Organic
Differences Between Organic, 'Natural' and Good Agricultural Practices
'Natural' is not subject to audit; organic and Good Agricultural Practices are official systems certified under different rules.
Organic Technical Criteria: Pesticides, GMOs and Soil
In organic production synthetic pesticides and chemical fertilizers are banned, GMOs cannot be used, and soil is regularly analyzed.
What Is an Organic Certificate and Why Does It Matter?
An organic certificate is an authorized body's confirmation that a product is grown and processed without synthetic chemicals or GMOs.
How Is an Organic Certificate Obtained?
Organic certification is carried out through application to an authorized body, a production plan, on-site inspection and residue analyses.
How Is the Organic Logo Used on Packaging?
The organic logo may be used only on certified products, together with the certificate number and control body information.
Organic Certification Transition Period and Timeline
Converting from conventional to organic requires a transition period, usually lasting a few years, for the land to clear of chemicals.
Organic Accreditation and International Validity (EU, USDA)
Organic logos are recognized according to the issuing body's accreditation and the target market's regulations (EU, USDA, etc.).
Why Should You Get an Organic Certificate?
An organic certificate provides consumer trust, higher added value and access to the growing organic market.