Why choose BioGro

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8 important reasons for you to be certified organic by us: 

  1. We believe in organics as much as you do. Organics is our philosophy and focus – and it has been every day of every year, since 1983.
  2. Our organic certification processes are robust and stand up to international scrutiny.
  3. We have developed and maintained the highest organic standards that support the organic principles on which we were founded.
  4. Our trademark is more than just a logo. Our certification is trusted the world over, and gives you access to international and domestic markets.
  5. Our passionate and professional team of staff and auditors offers you superior technical support and expertise whenever you need it.
  6. In support of our organic integrity and to help your business grow, we promote BioGro certification and organics in New Zealand and around the world.
  7. We keep you up to date with the latest facts, figures and findings on organics and market access requirements.
  8. You can have a say in BioGro’s future by becoming a member of The New Zealand Biological Producers and Consumers Society (the not for profit, incorporated society and registered charity that owns BioGro).


 

BioGro Bulletins

Fraudulent feijoas a pest for organics community

 

On 15 December 2011, MAF released a press release which reported that six samples of organic feijoas included in the Food Residue Surveillance Programme (FRSP) were found to contain residues of pesticides that are not permitted to be used in organic production. MAF have subsequently confirmed that the feijoas were certified organic. The name of the certifier is yet to be disclosed.

 

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Producer Profile

Geoskincare 220

NZ Skincare Company

NZ Skincare Company made a move in 2011 for its skincare brand ‘geoskincare’ to switch its organic certification to BioGro. Founder Penny Vergeest is proud to explain why.

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