Organic food and agriculture certifications
Sustainable farming practices, trusted claims & clear compliance
Organic agriculture plays a key role in creating more sustainable, resilient and transparent food systems through sustainable farming practices across the food supply chain. As demand grows, certification programs provide credible confirmation of organic claims and support compliance for market access.
Control Union offers a comprehensive portfolio of organic agriculture certification programmes for producers, processors, traders and retailers across the global supply chain. By combining third party certification, regulatory expertise and laboratory testing, Control Union delivers certification services that strengthen trust, traceability and accountability. A global presence and local expertise support organisations in navigating complex requirements and managing supply chain integrity.
Certified, credible and compliant
Control Union offers organic agriculture certification programmes to match activities and market requirements.
Below you will find an overview of our organic certification programs and laboratory analyses.
Organic agriculture certification programs
EU input global
Organic farming operates within a fully audited supply chain where all components must be certified. For producers of agricultural inputs, obtaining a pest management certification is crucial for market entry. This independent assessment confirms product quality claims to clients and helps manage traceability and contamination risks effectively. Control Union’s global network supports an efficient and cost-effective certification process, including annual audits, to meet the demands of the organic sector.
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ROC™ – Regenerative Organic Certified
The Regenerative Organic Certified® standard is essential for organisations aiming to market products with the ROC label. The pathway to compliance is tailored to a business’s specific role, offering options for certification for growers and processors, as well as licensing for brands and private-label retailers. This framework ensures that any business handling regenerative organic products can demonstrate compliance with customer and partner requirements for transparency and sustainability. Control Union offers expert guidance to navigate the appropriate certification or licensing process.
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Rainforest Alliance
The Rainforest Alliance standard is a framework for sustainable agriculture, designed for farmers and supply chain companies. It aims to protect forests, improve livelihoods, and promote human rights. Being Rainforest Alliance certified demonstrates a commitment to these values. Control Union is a globally recognised body providing certification for both farming and supply chain operations, facilitating this process for businesses worldwide.
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On the way to PlanetProof
On the way to PlanetProof certification, farmers and growers can verify their sustainable farming practices through an integrated approach based on Life Cycle Analysis. By meeting these quality requirements, you improve air, water, and soil quality while enhancing biodiversity on your farm. Control Union Certifications offers global expertise with local support, providing efficient verification services that position your organisation as a sustainability leader according to stakeholders, investors, and consumers.
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GLOBALG.A.P.
GLOBALG.A.P. (Good Agricultural Practices) is an internationally recognised certification that promotes safer and more sustainable farming practices in agriculture, aquaculture, and floriculture. It enables producers to meet market demands, while Control Union provides comprehensive certification services across all GLOBALG.A.P. standards.
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Bio Suisse
Bio Suisse is the private label for the Swiss organic market, recognisable by its ‘Bud’ trademark. This certification allows international agricultural producers, processors, and traders to supply their organic products to Switzerland. Control Union offers independent audits for operations outside of Switzerland, facilitating access to this premium market by assessing compliance with Bio Suisse standards.
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Laboratory analyses to support organic certification
TLR International Laboratories, part of Control Union, offers state-of-the-art laboratory analyses that support the organic certification process. From agricultural products, meat and fish to textiles, TLR delivers reliable results essential for organic compliance.
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The benefits of organic certification
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Market access to national and global organic markets
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Compliance certification aligned with European Union (EU) and international organic regulations
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Consumer trust through organic claims confirmed by independent assessment
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Stronger supply chain sustainability through improved traceability and reduced fraud and contamination risks
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Alignment with growing retailer, manufacturer and consumer demand for transparently produced food from regenerative agricultural systems
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.
How can we help?
Contact us for a free exploration of options and feasibility of certifications. Already know which program you want to start with? Then click on the appropriate program earlier on this page.
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