Organic Certification in Ireland
Organic is a term defined by EU law. This means that anyone who is using the term on a food product needs to hold a licence with an approved certification body. The EU has set basic standards for organic production and it is up to the individual member states to translate this into their own law. Any organic product sold in Ireland must by law display a certification symbol or number. When you see an organic symbol you can be sure that the product complies with minimum organic standards. These standards are set by each government within its own jurisdiction and meet European and international standards. Each certification body has its own symbol and EU code number.
IOFGA Irish Organic Farmers and Growers Association
Certifying the organic integrity of foodstuffs, produce, and products for farmers, growers, food processors, wholesalers, traders, and retailers.
Website http://www.iofga.org/index.htm
The Organic Trust
Organic certification for professional organic producers processors and distributors.
Website http://www.organic-trust.org/about/
The Soil Association
Soil Association Certification, the UK's market leading organic certification body, offers unrivalled service, value for money and robust organic standards
Website http://www.soilassociation.org
The Organic Food Federation (OF&F)
The Organic Food Federation was established in 1986 and is now one of the UK’s leading certification bodies operating nationally in all areas of organics.
Website http://www.orgfoodfed.com
Organic Farmers & Growers (OF&G)
Organic Farmers & Growers (OF&G) is a leading UK certification body with a reputation for practical, efficient and friendly service.
Website http://www.organicfarmers.org.uk
The EU Organic Symbol The European Commission have a logo bearing the words 'Organic Farming - EC Control System' that may be used by producers whose systems and products have been found on inspection to satisfy EU regulations.
