Beter voor Natuur en boer
Beter voor Natuur & Boer is a Dutch certification for farmers, growers, and chain partners committed to a future-proof food chain. It focuses on improving biodiversity, enhancing animal welfare, and reducing CO2 emissions. This standard supports the journey towards greater food production sustainability. Control Union provides independent assessment services for organisations seeking certification, enabling them to meet market demands and demonstrate their commitment to quality.
What is Beter voor Natuur & Boer?
Beter voor Natuur & Boer operates on a principle of shared responsibility, involving the entire supply chain. It addresses key topics that are critical for meeting customer requirements. This certification provides credible, third-party confirmation of efforts towards sustainable food production. By engaging all partners, from producer to seller, it creates a collective approach to a future-proof food system, making sustainability visible and demonstrable to all stakeholders.
Why choose Control Union as your certification partner?
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Global and local customer-focused employees with broad knowledge and years of (practical) experience. We guide you through the changing world of certifications.
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We conduct audits and certifications with a human touch. We enjoy contributing ideas on how to take your company to the next level and communicate clearly about the certification process.
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Control Union understands the importance of acting quickly, which is why our auditors will visit you for the audit as soon as possible after your request, always in consultation with you, of course.
Features of beter voor natuur & boer (dierlijk)
Holistic chain approach
Engages the entire supply chain, from farmers to sellers, ensuring shared responsibility for sustainability.
Core sustainability pillars
Focuses on improving biodiversity in agriculture, enhancing animal welfare in farming, and reducing CO2 emissions.CO2-uitstoot.
Future-proof market position
Prepares businesses for future market demands by demonstrating a clear commitment to sustainable production methods.
Credible and independent
Managed by an independent foundation, providing credible, third-party confirmation of sustainability claims.
Broad sector coverage
Applicable across key Dutch food sectors, including dairy, pork, poultry, and fruit and vegetable production.
Commodities
This certification applies to a wide range of organic products, including:
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Meat & poultry
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Global coverage, local knowledge
Control Union provides peace of mind in supply chains worldwide. Thanks to our up-to-date knowledge and experience, we cover all aspects of the supply and value chain in various industries. We think along, communicate clearly and offer concrete solutions. As a ‘one-stop shop’ for international and local certificates, we make certification more efficient. Want to know more about our independent, accredited audits and certifications? Whether you are certifying for the first time or have been around for years, we help!
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Does your organisation have specific certification or audit requirements that are not covered by the certification programmes? For example developing a new standard? Control Union also provides independent customised services.
