List of relevant & related projects

Project acronym / Link Full name of the project
AE4EU project Agroecology for Europe
AgroServ Integrated SERvices supporting a sustainable AGROecological transition
ALLIANCE A hoListic framework in the quality Labelled food supply chain systems’ management towards enhanced data Integrity and verAcity, interoperability, traNsparenCy, and tracEability
CoDiet Combating diet related non-communicable disease through enhanced surveillance
CUES Consumers’ understanding of eating sustainably
Data4Food2030 Pathways towards a fair, inclusive and innovative Data Economy for Sustainable Food Systems
DiTECT Digital Technologies as an enabler for a continuous transformation of food safety system
DRG4FOOD Empowering a fair and responsible European FoodRegister, fostering citizen sovereignty and creating a data-driven food system
EFF-CoP European Food Fraud Community of Practice: From Outset to Operation
ENVISION Monitoring of Environmental Practices for Sustainable Agriculture Supported by Earth Observation
FishEUTrust Building trust in EU fish supply chains
FNS-Cloud Food Nutrition Security
FOODGUARD Microbiome applications and technological hubs as solutions to minimize food loss and waste
FoodMetNEt Support for a European Metrology Network on Food Safety
FoodTraNEt Advanced Research and Training Network in Food Quality, Safety and Security
h-ALO photonic system for Adaptable muLtiple-analyte monitoring of fOod-quality
INFOODMATION Optimising food information and communication towards healthier and more sustainable dietary patterns
ISOFOOD ERA Chair for isotope techniques in food quality, safety and traceability
LIVESEEDING Organic seed and plant breeding to accelerate sustainable and diverse food systems in Europe
METROFOOD High-level metrology services in food and nutrition for the enhancement of food quality and safety
OrganicTargets4EU Transformation scenarios for boosting organic farming and organic aquaculture towards the Farm-to-Fork targets
PestNu Field -testing and demonstration of digital and space based technologies with agro-ecological and organic practices in systemic innovation
ProMedLife Novel food products for the PROmotion of MEDiterranean LIFEstyle and healthy diet
ROSETTA Reducing food waste due to marketing standards through alternative market access
SEA2SEE Innovative blockchain traceability technology and Stakeholders’ Engagement strAtegy for boosting Sustainable sEafood visibility, social acceptance and consumption in Europe
TEALHELIX Building Resilience Through Inclusive and Personalized Food Labeling
TITAN Transparency solutions for transforming the food system
WATSON A holistic frameWork with Anticounterfeit and inTelligence-based technologieS that will assist food chain stakehOlders in rapidly identifying and preveNting the spread of fraudulent practices.

List of (EU) bodies and initiatives

Project acronym / Link Full name Description
A Cert European Organisation for Certification A CERT A CERT is a prominent certification body recognized for its rigorous standards and comprehensive services in organic and quality certification. With a commitment to ensuring the integrity and traceability of products within the food and agricultural sectors, A CERT provides essential services that help producers, manufacturers, and suppliers meet global and regional regulatory requirements and consumer expectations for quality and sustainability.
A B CERT A B CERT Emerging from one of the first organic inspection bodies in Germany, ABCERT proves itself as an innovative certification service provider with competence, reliability and independence. More than 20,000 customers in Germany alone rely on ABCERT certification for organic farming and other certification procedures.
ACO Certification Ltd ACO Certification Ltd ACO Certification Ltd (Previously Australian Certified Organic) is Australia’s largest certifier for organic and biodynamic produce and has over 2000 operators within its certification system.
Aditi Organic Certifications Pvt. Ltd. Aditi Organic Certifications Pvt. Ltd. Aditi Organic Certifications Pvt. Ltd. (Aditi) is a professional organic certification firm based in Bangalore city, India, with over 15+ years of experience in certifying organic products. Our top priority is to ensure the organic integrity of products from origin to destination.
aditiorganic Aditi Organic Certifications Professional organic certification firm based in Bangalore city, India, with over 15+ years of experience in certifying organic products.
AFNOR Groupe AFNOR Groupe AFNOR and its subsidiaries form an international group serving the public interest and sustainable development. The Group, with 1318 employees, 37 sites worldwide and 68,000 customers, has been designing solutions based on voluntary standards, a source of progress and trust, since 1926.
AGRECO AGRECO Control and certification in all control areas: Production, Beekeeping, Farm processing, Feed production, Food processing, Gastronomy, Trade, Import, Export. Third country projects: from organic farming, wild collection to processing and export; Non-food production, Fair Trade.
ASS.O.CERT.BIO ASS.O.CERT.BIO National Association that brings together the main Italian Organic Certification Bodies.
BASAK EKLOJIK BASAK EKLOJIK Provides control and certification services in organic agriculture in line with the authorization it received from the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the Turkish Accreditation Agency.
bioagricert – A FOODCHAIN ID COMPANY bioagricert – A FOODCHAIN ID COMPANY One of the leading bodies in Italy in the certification of organic and quality agri-food productions and also offers environmental, social and non-food sustainability certifications.
bio.inspecta bio.inspecta bio.inspecta AG is a company providing inspection and certification services. We offer a number of different services in our ‘Agriculture’, ‘Processing and Trade’ and ‘International’ divisions. Our service portfolio includes recognised inspections and certifications of organic and label products.
BIOKONTROLL HUNGARIA BIOKONTROLL HUNGARIA Biokontroll Hungária Nonprofit Kft., which monitors and certifies the work of the Hungarian organic food economy sector, is looking for a full-time CERTIFYING employee for its offices in Budapest and/or Nyíregyháza (partly teleworking).
BIOTECHNICON BIOTECHNICON Biotechnicon d.o.o. is a Croatian company specializing in consultancy, education, and certification support in the field of organic agriculture and production. It provides professional training, technical assistance, and expert guidance to farmers and producers who want to apply ecological principles in line with EU legislation and standards.
CAAE – Certified Organic Products and much more CAAE – Certified Organic Products and much more CAAE is an international certification entity with a global focus for a more organic and sustainable world, offering services that cover all the needs of the agri-food sector. In addition to accompanying you in the certification process, with CAAE you will be able to make others enjoy your organic products around the world, as we operate in Europe, America, Africa and Asia. More than 10 branches are at your service.
CAECV CAECV The Committee of Ecological Agriculture of the Valencian Community (CAECV) is the Control Authority in charge of certifying agri-food products organic of plant or animal origin, transformed or not, obtained in the Valencian Community.
Caerm Caerm Council of Organic Agriculture of the Region of Murcia
CCPAE CCPAE Catalan Council for Organic Agricultural Production
CCPB control and certification CCPB control and certification CCPB certifies organic and eco-friendly sustainable products all over the world. CCPB operates in compliance with the most important international standards in order to offer an agrifood product certification able to guarantee integration between natural inputs and a reduction of chemical inputs.
Bios organic certifications Bios organic certifications Certification body for organic production authorized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry (MASAF) for Italy and by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MADR) for Romania
CERTIPLANET BY CAAE CERTIPLANET BY CAAE CERTIPLANET was established in 2003 with the main mission of allowing Organic Production operators to choose a certification body with high standards of competence, ethics and coherence in relation to the main principles and objectives of Organic Production, built on the basis of a human resources team with the greatest experience in Portugal.
CERTISYS CERTISYS The Benelux subsidiary of the international Ecocert Group, the world specialist in the certification of sustainable practices.
CERES Certification of Environmental Standard CERES Certification of Environmental Standard CERES is an international inspection and certification body for organic food, organic & sustainable textiles, GLOBALG.A.P., food sustainability, and climate and environmental standards.
CONTROLUNION CONTROLUNION Expertise in certifications, inspections, laboratory services, pest control and risk management, providing peace of mind and trustworthy worldwide trade.
CTR CTR CTR is a globally accredited, independent and impartial organization; It provides international conformity assessment services in the fields of certification, training, verification and professional qualification.
DQS DQS In everything we do, we set the highest standards of quality and competence in every project. This makes our actions the benchmark for our industry, but also our own maxim, which we set up anew every day.
ECOGLOBE ECOGLOBE International certification body compliant with ISO 17065. The organization promotes organic and sustainable food markets.
EKOagros EKOagros CERTIFICATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD PRODUCTS
ETKO EKOLOJİK TARIM ETKO EKOLOJİK TARIM Independent product certification organization for verifying organic food, textiles, cosmetics, leather, plastic, paper, controlled wood and more — under organic production standards and sustainability goals.
FoodChain ID FoodChain ID Over 30,000 food, beverage, ingredient, dietary supplement and cosmetic companies across the global supply chain rely on FoodChain ID for food safety, quality and sustainability services.
gencat.cat gencat.cat Information, procedures, services of the Government of Catalonia
GfRS – Die Gesellschaft für Ressourcenschutz GfRS – Die Gesellschaft für Ressourcenschutz The Society for Resource Conservation (GfRS) conducts supplier audits across Europe to support local organic certification and builds effective global quality assurance systems for organic products.
Horizon Europe Horizon Europe Horizon Europe is the EU’s key research and innovation program (2021–2027), funding projects on sustainable agriculture, food safety, biodiversity, and the green transition.
ICEA Certifica ICEA Certifica ICEA certifies products and services in ethical and environmental standards to enhance sustainable, green-economy companies. Offers certification for agriculture, cosmetics, textiles, and tourism.
IFOAM IFOAM – Organics International IFOAM – Organics International is a membership-based organisation working to bring true sustainability to agriculture across the globe.
IMOcert IMOcert Legally established in Bolivia, IMOcert certifies in more than 20 Latin American and Caribbean countries under ISO/IEC 17065 and other global standards, ensuring specialist market access for certified organic products.
IMO IN – organic and sustainable agriculture IMO Control Private Limited (IMO IN) An independent certification body based in India, conducting audits and certifications for organic & sustainable agriculture, wild collection, processing, and trade since 1995.
IMI Internal Market Information System IMI facilitates cross-border cooperation between EU/EEA public authorities for implementing internal market legislation, including aspects relevant to food certification and regulatory compliance.
INDOCERT INDOCERT A certification body established in India, INDOCERT is accredited by the National Accreditation Body for certifying crop production, processing, wild collection, and trade under the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP).
INTERECO INTERECO Founded in 1999, INTERECO is a nonprofit that unites public organic farming authorities across Spain’s autonomous communities. It promotes public organic control, certification, and policy alignment.
International Certification Bio Suisse AG (ICB AG) International Certification Bio Suisse AG (ICB AG) ICB AG certifies farms outside Switzerland producing for the Bio Suisse market. Accredited by the Swiss Accreditation Service, it handles organic agriculture, processing, wild collection, aquaculture, and more.
JRC Joint Research Centre The JRC is the European Commission’s science and knowledge service, supporting EU policy with independent evidence including food fraud detection, agricultural sustainability, and food system resilience.
KC-FFQ EU Knowledge centre for food fraud and quality Provides and shares scientific knowledge on food fraud and quality issues; coordinates market surveillance and operates early warning and information systems for food fraud.
KIWA Organic agriculture Europe certification Organic agriculture Europe certification allows your organic products to be commercialised within the European Union.
Labelling guidelines Regulations on food and agricultural products
LETIS Organic & Quality Certifier LETIS Organic & Quality Certifier LETIS provides audit and certification services for national and international quality and sustainability standards in agri-food production.
Legislation for the organics sector New organic legislation New organic legislation applicable from 1 January 2022 ensures fair competition, fraud prevention and consumer trust for the fast-growing organics sector.
MAYACERT CERTIFIER MAYACERT CERTIFIER Certification of excellence in Latin America and the world, MAYACERT leads multi-certification of agricultural products and systems for producers, traders, and exporters.
Metrocert Metrocert Internationally accredited and nationally approved certifier of Mexican organic production, committed to transparency and impartiality, making them effective and reliable.
MITHRACERT MITHRACERT MITHRACERT offers organic certification with a strong belief in sustainable agriculture. With expert teams and global compliance, they ensure high standards in certification.
NATURALIS SK NATURALIS SK Founded in 2004, Naturalis SK certifies organic agriculture in Slovakia. Services include certification for crop and animal production, processing, and trade.
OCNE Organic Cities Network Europe Organic Cities Network Europe serves the European cities dedicated to promoting healthy food and sustainable farming policies.
OF&G ORGANIC OF&G ORGANIC Founded in 1973, OF&G was the UK’s first government-approved organic certifier and now certifies over 30% of the UK’s organic sector.
Organización Internacional Agropecuaria S.A. (OIA) Organización Internacional Agropecuaria S.A. (OIA) OIA is a renowned Argentinian certification body offering organic, quality, and sustainability services across Latin America and for global markets.
ORGANIC CONTROL SYSTEM ORGANIC CONTROL SYSTEM The first domestic organic control body in Serbia, certified under EU and USDA/NOP standards since 2003. Promotes organic production and consumer trust.
ORGANIC STANDARD ORGANIC STANDARD Founded in 2007, Organic Standard is Ukraine’s first organic certification body, known for its expertise and leadership in the sector.
Organic Trust Organic Trust Ireland’s premier organic certifier, known for its expertise, integrity, and full-service certification and technical support for operators.
OK – ORGANSKA KONTROLA OK – ORGANSKA KONTROLA Bosnia and Herzegovina’s first organic certifier. Accredited under ISO/IEC 17065 by IOAS. Certifies organic operators in the Balkans region.
OREGON TILTH OREGON TILTH Nonprofit certifier and advocate for organic agriculture. Offers certification, education, and policy support across the U.S. and internationally.
Orser Control and certification organization Orser Control and certification organization Accredited by TURKAK for organic and good agricultural practices in Turkey. Offers impartial and confidential organic certification.
OriGIn Organization for an International Geographical Indications Network oriGIn is the global alliance of Geographical Indications (GIs) representing 600+ producer associations and GI institutions across 40 countries.
QCI – Quality, Certification and Inspection QCI – Quality, Certification and Inspection One of the first accredited inspection bodies for organic farming in the EU. Provides quality assurance, certification, and food safety services across Europe.
QCS – Quality Certification Services QCS – Quality Certification Services USDA-accredited certifier based in Florida, supporting organic growers since 1987. Certifies crop production, livestock, processing, and handlers worldwide.
SGS SGS SGS is the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. Operates 2,500+ offices and labs across 115 countries for sustainability and quality assurance.
Skal BIO CONTROLE Skal BIO CONTROLE Independent Dutch certification body that ensures organic production and trade complies with EU organic regulations and the Dutch Agricultural Quality Act.
Soil Association Soil Association UK-based charity and certifier promoting sustainable food, farming, and land use for over 75 years. Certifies organic food, textiles, and forestry.
SOHISCERT SOHISCERT Founded in 1998, SOHISCERT provides certification services for agri-food products to ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
SRS-CERTIFICATION GMBH SRS-CERTIFICATION GMBH German certification body with 15+ years of global experience in organic farming, food safety, and sustainable agricultural systems.
STC – Certification and testing centre STC – Certification and testing centre Latvia-based center founded in 1911, offers machinery and agricultural certification, product testing, and organic production evaluation.
STS CONTROL AND CERTIFICATION LTD. STI. STS CONTROL AND CERTIFICATION LTD. STI. Turkish control and certification organization offering organic certification under ISO/IEC 17065 and national standards, with focus on impartiality and legal compliance.
Suolo e Salute Suolo e Salute Italy’s leading certifier of organic farming, covering over 25% of the national organic area with 23,000 certified operators and 670,000 hectares.
TRACES Trade Control and Expert System TRACES is the EU’s digital platform for tracking the movement of animals, food, feed, and plants, ensuring health standard compliance within the EU and globally.
TUV-NORD TUV-NORD Founded over 150 years ago, TUV-NORD is a global provider of certification, inspection, and engineering services. Operates in 100+ countries ensuring technical reliability and safety.