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Bio Siegel (Germany )
Since September 2001, all agricultural products and foodstuffs from organic farming may be labelled with the national Bio-Siegel (eco label) of Germany. The small hexagonal logo with the inscription "Bio" brings about clarity, uniformity and orientation for organic or eco products respectively. Consumers can rely on it: "If it says 'Bio' on the outside it contains organic products."
Only producers and manufacturers who comply with the provisions of the EU Organic Farming Regulation and subject themselves to the mandatory inspections may sell their products as organic or eco goods and label them accordingly with the Bio-Siegel.
Cosmebio ( France )
Cosmébio is the Professional Association of the Ecological and Organic Cosmetics which gathers the whole of the actors of the network :
- suppliers of raw materials and ingredients,
- manufacturers,
- cosmetics laboratories,
- distributors
All association members bearing the logos of the Ecological and Organic Cosmetics are committed to using natural and organic cosmetics and have been certified by an independent control organization.
Composition criteria for the "Bio" logo :- ingredients resulting from organic agriculture : Minimum 10% of the ingrédients total
- ingrédients resulting from organic agriculture : Minimum 95% of the certifiable ingredients
Composition criteria for the "Eco" logo :
- ingrédients resulting from organic agriculture : Minimum 5% of the ingredients total
- ingrédients resulting from organic agriculture : Minimum 50% of the certifiable ingredients
ECOCERT ( Europe )
ECOCERT is a control and certification organisation, whose activities are governed accordingly by the public authorities and legislation. ECOCERT is accredited for structure and procedures by COFRAC (French committee for accreditation), in accordance with guide standard ISO 65 (EN 45011), which requires independence, competence and impartiality.
ECOCERT currently carries out inspections and certification services in over 80 countries outside the EU, on all continents.
DEMETER ( Europe )
Demeter is the brand for products from Biodynamic Agriculture. Only strictly controlled and contractually bound partners are permitted to use the Brand. A comprehensive verification process insures strict compliance with the International Demeter Production and Processing Standards, as well as applicable organic regulations in the various countries; from agricultural production to processing and final product packaging. Demeter requirements exceed government mandated regulations. Not only do they exclude the use of synthetic fertilisers and chemical plant protection agents in agricultural crop production, or artificial additives during processing, but also require very specific measures to strengthen the life processes in soil and foodstuffs. Demeter farmers and processors actively contribute toward the shaping of a future worth living for creating healthy foods.
ACO/Australia Certified Organic ( Australia )
ACO is Australia’s largest certifier for organic and biodynamic produce and has over 1500 operators within its certification system. ACO is a fully-owned subsidiary of Biological Farmers of Australia (BFA).
ACO provides certification services to operators from all sectors of the organic industry. Certification ensures compliance with national production standards and allows trace back of all products to their origin.
BFA / Biological Farmers of Australia ( Australia )
BFA actively works to influence standards development, represent views at government level, and support the growth of the Australian organic market. It provides assistance in market intelligence, exporting requirements, and development of contacts and networks.
BFA continues to increase consumer awareness of organic food,supports growth of local food economies and remain active in lobbying for support for organic producers and in maintaining high standards across Australia.
NASAA / National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia ( Australia )
Formed in 1986, The National Association for Sustainable Agriculture, Australia (NASAA) is the nation's leading organic certifier – focused on providing quality, cost efficient organic certification services. With operations both in Australia and Overseas, the company provides certification and inspection services, which assist in facilitating market access throughout the world for NASAA certified organic product.
NASAA
was the first
Australian
certification body
to achieve
accreditation
through the International
Federation of
Organic
Agriculture
Movements (IFOAM).
NASAA
also holds
accreditation
under the US
National Organic
Program (USNOP).
Bio Gro ( New Zealand )
BioGro is New Zealand's leading organic certification agency. Established in 1983, BioGro now certifies over 900 operations across New Zealand's primary production, processing, farm input supply, export, and retail sectors.
BioGro is a not-for-profit organic producer and consumer organisation, actively working to grow organics in New Zealand. BioGro is one of just 30 international organic certification agencies accredited by the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM). IFOAM represents the best in international organic standards.
