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Why get certified?
Certified members will have access to training resources, technical support, and a peer learning network to help them progress to higher levels and deepen their positive impact.
Continous Improvement
Gain skills to enhance career growth and opportunities.
Support
Trusted proof of environmental and ethical responsibility.
Supply Chain
Ensures transparency and accountability across supply chain.
4 Step Process
1.
Application & Desk Review
Producers submit a self-assessment and request an audit. Certification staff reviews submitted documents, verifying policies and procedures.
3.
Expert Instructors
Each criterion is scored to determine the certification level. A detailed report is provided, highlighting strengths and offering recommendations for improvement.
2.
On-Site Audit
Certified evaluators visit farms or facilities to observe practices firsthand and conduct interviews with relevant stakeholders.
4.
Supportive Community
Certificates are issued for 2 years, with annual monitoring. Producers may renew their certification or apply for a higher level through a new evaluation.
Levels of
Certification
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Each pillar contains standards and criteria that will be evaluated using a point-based system; resulting in three levels of certification: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The total possible points are 100.
Meets baseline standards, with opportunities for improvement identified.
(60–74 points)
Strong alignment with standards, with several notable best practices.
(75–89 points)
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Shows exemplary leadership in ethical and sustainable sourcing.
(90-100 points)