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Key Facts: Pancyprian TS Org. Agriculture Exam

404

Official subject code for ΒΙΟΛΟΓΙΚΗ ΓΕΩΡΓΙΑ Τ.Σ. (Θ.Κ.) in the 2026 Pancyprian Access Examinations

Cyprus Examinations Service

2.5 hours

Official examination duration (08:00–10:30) from the 2026 timetable

Cyprus Examinations Service

EUR 25

2026 fee per access subject (not code 032)

Cyprus Examinations Service

0–20

Marking scale for each Pancyprian subject

Cyprus Examinations Service

8–26 June 2026

Examination period of the 2026 Pancyprian Access Examinations

Cyprus Examinations Service

100

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Free 100-question English-language MCQ study bank for Pancyprian Technical School Organic Agriculture (Theoretical Direction) (code 404). Official duration: 2.5 hours (08:00–10:30). Official fee: EUR 25.00 per access subject in 2026. This bank is a study aid, not an official translation or format simulation.

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1What is the primary legal framework governing organic production and labelling across the European Union?
A.Regulation (EU) 2018/848 on organic production and labelling
B.Directive 2009/128/EC on sustainable use of pesticides
C.Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009 on plant protection products
D.Directive 2000/60/EC on water policy
Explanation: Regulation (EU) 2018/848 is the central EU organic law, replacing earlier regulations and harmonising rules on production, control and labelling. It applies to all EU member states including Cyprus.
2Which EU organic logo must appear on pre-packaged organic food sold in the EU when the product meets organic rules?
A.The blue CE conformity mark
B.The green EU organic leaf logo (Euro-leaf)
C.The red triangular hazard symbol
D.The Fairtrade black-and-white symbol
Explanation: Pre-packaged EU organic products must carry the Euro-leaf logo when they comply with organic rules. It assures consumers that the product was controlled under the EU organic system.
3In Cyprus, which authority typically oversees certification and inspection of organic operators under EU organic rules?
A.The Department of Labour Inspection only
B.The Cyprus Tourism Organisation
C.An approved control body or the competent national authority designated under Regulation (EU) 2018/848
D.Individual farm cooperatives without external audit
Explanation: Organic operators must be checked by approved control bodies or the competent authority. Cyprus implements EU rules through national oversight and accredited inspectors.
4What minimum conversion period is generally required before formerly conventional land can be sold as organic in the EU?
A.No conversion period if compost is used
B.Six months if no pesticides were applied
C.Ten years regardless of crop type
D.Two years for annual crops (with specific rules for perennials)
Explanation: EU rules require a conversion period—typically two years for land producing annual crops—so residues decline and organic practices are established. Perennials such as vines and olives have longer periods.
5Which statement best describes the 'organic integrity' principle?
A.Organic and conventional products may be mixed freely if labelled 'natural'
B.Organic products must be kept separate from non-organic products at all stages to prevent contamination and fraud
C.Only the final packaging needs to be organic
D.Integrity applies only during harvest, not storage or transport
Explanation: Organic integrity requires separation, traceability and clear documentation throughout the chain. Mixing or contamination can cause loss of organic status.
6A farmer wants to label a product 'organic' in the EU. Which condition must be met?
A.Only products exported outside the EU need certification
B.The farmer must simply avoid synthetic fertilisers for one season
C.The product must comply with Regulation (EU) 2018/848 and be certified by an approved control body
D.Labelling 'organic' is voluntary and unregulated
Explanation: EU law restricts the term 'organic' and related claims to products that meet the regulation and pass official controls. Uncertified use of the term is prohibited.
7What does the Greek term 'αμειψισπορά' (ameipsispora) refer to in organic farming?
A.Crop rotation—the planned sequence of different crops on the same land
B.Greenhouse heating with biomass
C.Irrigation scheduling by evapotranspiration
D.Post-harvest cold storage
Explanation: Αμειψισπορά means crop rotation, a core organic practice that breaks pest cycles and balances nutrient use. It is emphasised in Cyprus technical school organic agriculture syllabi.
8Which input category is generally PROHIBITED in EU organic crop production?
A.Microbial plant strengtheners approved for organic use
B.Composted farmyard manure from organic holdings
C.Green manure legumes incorporated before the next crop
D.Synthetic chemical pesticides not listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2018/848
Explanation: EU organic production bans most synthetic pesticides and restricts inputs to those explicitly permitted. Approved biological and mechanical methods are preferred.
9What is the purpose of an organic farm's documentation system (field records, input logs, sales records)?
A.To calculate income tax only
B.To replace the need for any physical inspection
C.To demonstrate compliance during inspection and ensure traceability from field to market
D.To advertise products on social media
Explanation: Detailed records prove that only approved practices and inputs were used. Inspectors verify rotation plans, treatments and separation during audits.
10Which marketing claim is permitted for a certified organic olive oil from Cyprus?
A.'100% chemical-free' as a substitute for the organic logo without certification
B.'Βιολογικό' / 'Organic' when the holding and mill are certified and the product meets EU rules
C.'Pesticide-proof' without control body approval
D.'Natural' alone to imply organic status
Explanation: Certified operators may use regulated organic terms and the EU logo when products comply. Misleading 'chemical-free' or 'natural' claims cannot replace certification.

About the Pancyprian TS Org. Agriculture Exam

The Pancyprian Access Examination in Technical School Organic Agriculture (Theoretical Direction) (code 404, ΒΙΟΛΟΓΙΚΗ ΓΕΩΡΓΙΑ Τ.Σ. (Θ.Κ.)) is a centrally set 2026 subject assessment administered by the Examinations Service of the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth for university admission ranking in Cyprus and Greece. A 2.5-hour written Technical School Organic Agriculture paper (theoretical direction) in Greek. English-language MCQ study adaptation of organic agriculture syllabus content; not an official translation or format simulation. Distinct from practical-direction code 500 and from code 417 organic agriculture with viticulture elements.

Exam sponsor: Examinations Service, Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

A 2.5-hour written Technical School Organic Agriculture paper (theoretical direction) in Greek. English-language MCQ study adaptation of organic agriculture syllabus content; not an official translation or format simulation. Distinct from practical-direction code 500 and from code 417 organic agriculture with viticulture elements.

Time Limit

2.5 hours (08:00–10:30 per the official 2026 timetable)

Passing Score

Marked on a 0–20 scale; no pass mark — feeds the access/ranking grade (βαθμός πρόσβασης) for Cyprus and Greece public university allocation.

Exam / Certification Fees

EUR 25.00 per access subject for 2026 (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable electronically by card during the official 2–17 April 2026 payment window per Examinations Service notices.

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Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

16%

Organic Certification And Eu Rules

Practice coverage of organic certification, EU organic production rules basics, labelling and marketing mapped to the official Pancyprian 404 specification.

16%

Soil Fertility And Living Soil

Practice coverage of soil structure, organic matter and living-soil biology mapped to the official Pancyprian 404 specification.

14%

Crop Rotation And Green Manure

Practice coverage of crop rotation (αμειψισπορά) and green manuring mapped to the official Pancyprian 404 specification.

18%

Pest Disease Management Without Synthetics

Practice coverage of prevention, mild plant protection and non-synthetic pest and disease control mapped to the official Pancyprian 404 specification.

14%

Fertilizers Compost And Manure

Practice coverage of compost, manure and organic fertility inputs mapped to the official Pancyprian 404 specification.

22%

Cyprus Crops Annual And Perennial

Practice coverage of organic annual and perennial Cyprus crops (olive, vine, citrus, apple and annuals) mapped to the official Pancyprian 404 specification; not the specialised viticulture-elements focus of code 417.

Preparing for the Pancyprian TS Org. Agriculture Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Marked on a 0–20 scale; no pass mark — feeds the access/ranking grade (βαθμός πρόσβασης) for Cyprus and Greece public university allocation.
  • Assessment: A 2.5-hour written Technical School Organic Agriculture paper (theoretical direction) in Greek. English-language MCQ study adaptation of organic agriculture syllabus content; not an official translation or format simulation. Distinct from practical-direction code 500 and from code 417 organic agriculture with viticulture elements.
  • Time limit: 2.5 hours (08:00–10:30 per the official 2026 timetable)
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 25.00 per access subject for 2026 (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable electronically by card during the official 2–17 April 2026 payment window per Examinations Service notices. Official sources

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Pancyprian TS Org. Agriculture: Suggested Study Strategy

1Read the official specifications table for code 404 (ΒΙΟΛΟΓΙΚΗ ΓΕΩΡΓΙΑ Τ.Σ. (Θ.Κ.)) before drilling MCQs.
2Contrast organic production with conventional and integrated crop management so you can explain differences clearly.
3Practise soil fertility, rotation, compost and mild plant-protection scenarios with Cyprus crops (olive, citrus, vine, apple, annuals).
4Track weak categories from this bank and re-test them after 48 hours.
5Confirm logistics (centre, materials, language of response) from panexams.moec.gov.cy announcements, not from third-party summaries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the official Pancyprian Technical School Organic Agriculture (Theoretical Direction) exam?

No. The official assessment is administered by the Cyprus Examinations Service as a constructed-response paper under code 404. This bank is a free English-language MCQ study adaptation for revision; practise the official written format with Θέματα - Λύσεις and the specification.

How is code 404 different from codes 500 and 417?

Code 404 is Organic Agriculture for the Technical School theoretical direction (Θ.Κ.). Code 500 is the practical direction (Π.Κ.) of Organic Agriculture. Code 417 is Organic Agriculture and Organic Viticulture Elements (theoretical direction). Use the matching subject code for your programme.

How is the subject marked?

Like all Pancyprian access subjects it is marked on a 0–20 scale. There is no pass mark; the grade contributes to the access/ranking grade used for admission to public universities in Cyprus and Greece.

What is the 2026 exam fee?

EUR 25.00 per access subject (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable by card in the official 2–17 April 2026 window, with exemptions for specified groups.

Who can sit this examination?

Final-year student or graduate of a Cyprus public secondary school (lyceum cycle), the English School Nicosia, a licensed private school, or an equivalent foreign upper-secondary school (with certification), within Examinations Service nationality/residence rules. Applications are electronic; un-promoted final-year students with 135+ absences are excluded.

Why is the practice bank in English?

OpenExamPrep publishes one English-language practice URL per exam. The official 404 paper is written in Greek. The bank is not an official translation of the Greek exam environment.

How should I use this bank with official materials?

Use the bank to diagnose weak syllabus areas, then switch to Θέματα - Λύσεις and the official Πίνακας Προδιαγραφών on panexams.moec.gov.cy / archeia.moec.gov.cy for timed written practice that this bank does not simulate.