Next to the codes, standards and certification systems that are included in the portal, some additional information in the field of certification is presented here. You will find some interseting links to other certification systems and codes that are for specific niche markets.
Tesco Nature’s Choice
Tesco Nature’s Choice is a standard developed and used by Tesco (UK retailer). All their fresh produce growers around the world must achieve this standard in order to supply Tesco with fresh fruit, vegetables and salads.
The standard was developed to ensure that their fresh produce comes from growers who use good agricultural practices, operate in an environmentally responsible way and with proper regard for the health and well being of their staff.
Go to the website of Tesco Nature's Choice
LEAF
LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) promotes environmentally responsible farming. The LEAF audit offers a complete management package to help producers record, evaluate and improve their farming practices against the standards of Integrated Farm Management and best whole farm management decisions LEAF is a UK based organization for producers and retailers.
Go to the website of LEAF
Alter Eco
Alter Eco sells fair trade products for which more than a minimum price, including a development premium, has been paid. Alter Eco works with FLO certification but also uses their own charter that measures progress made on three main criteria: economic, social and environment.
Go to the website of Alter Eco
Together with Pricewaterhouse Coopers they have developed their own audit methodology FTA200 which considers all value chain actors. For criteria and checklist FTA200 please click here.
More than half of the products that Alter Eco sells is also organic certified (AB label). In addition, Alter Eco wishes to add as much value as possible in the production countries and therefore encourages local processing and packaging.
IFAT
IFAT is the International Fair Trade Association, the global network of Fair Trade Organizations. IFAT’s mission is to enable producers to improve their livelihoods and communities through Fair Trade. IFAT will be the global network and advocate for Fair Trade, ensuring producer voices are heard. Over 300 Fair Trade Organizations in 70 countries form the basis of this network. IFAT does not set standards and does not do certifications, however it bundles organisations that have Fair Trade at the heart of their mission. These members can be recognized by the FTO Mark. The Mark means that standards are being implemented regarding working conditions, wages, child labour and the environment. These standards are verified by self-assessment, mutual reviews and external verification. It demonstrates that an organization's trading activity is committed to continuing improvement.
