DEMETER USA is an American organization that specializes in certifying biodynamic farms and products. Part of the global organization Demeter International, Demeter Biodynamic is the first and only certifier for Biodynamic® Farm and Processing Standards agriculture in the United States. The Farm Standard originated in the first stages of the modern sustainable farming movement, capturing […]
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CARBON NEUTRAL certifications demonstrate that a product or company is committed to decarbonisation and reducing carbon emissions. Carbon Trust motivates organizations to reach a carbon neutral footprint across all production means. This means that the total sum of the greenhouse gas emissions produced by that product or company can be completely offset either by natural
SOIL ASSOCIATION is a leading organic certifier in the United Kingdom, verifying the sustainability initiatives of a wide range of farms and companies that provide anything from food and catering services to beauty and fashion products. With the fundamental belief that food, farming and forestry are interconnected, the organization aims to connect humans with nature
FAIR FOR LIFE is a certification program derived from the Fairtrade Foundation. This certification system acts as a driving force for factors such as sustainability and corporate social responsibility. The Fair for Life certification promises that the business or company in question possesses responsible supply chains that commit to positive economic, environmental and social initiatives.
FAIRTRADE standards are designed to address poverty and motivate producers and traders to employ ethical working regulations and environments. The standards include economic, environmental and social criteria that are required by traders and producers in order to obtain and retain Fairtrade certification. The economic criteria cites the Fairtrade Minimum Price, providing a safety net for
USDA ORGANIC certifications indicate that a product was made in adherence with federal USDA sustainable guidelines. These guidelines or standards typically address agricultural factors such as soil quality, livestock welfare, use of additives, pest and weed control and more. To become certified, the business or farm not only has to comply with annual on-site organic
RAINFOREST ALLIANCE Alliance certification can be awarded to a business or product, third-party auditors must thoroughly assess the impact on forests, the climate, human rights and the livelihoods of farmers and workers from rural communities. Rainforest Alliance primarily certifies agricultural and forestry products. Â In order for a product to qualify for certification, a minimum
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