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Guide to certification

Since 1973, we've offered an unrivalled certification service, technical knowledge and guidance through - and beyond - the application process.

  • Do I need to be certified?
    If you want to sell a product labelled as organic or are growing produce that you want to sell as organic, chances are that you will require certification.  Find out more here.
     
  • Why choose us?
    Our long-standing expertise is just one of the things that sets us apart from other organic certification bodies. Find out what else we have to offer. 
     
  • Steps to certification
    We offer an experienced and personal service throughout each stage of the certification process. Find out how going organic is more straightforward than you might think. 
     
  • Information Packs
  • Everything you need to apply for organic certification
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