TODAY , OF & G is one of the largest control bodies in the UK , certifying over 50 % of UK organic land and operating across Great Britain and Northern Ireland , including the Channel Islands and Isle of Man .
As the only agroecology standard that is globally recognised , organic connects farming and the natural world . The simple truth is the planet has finite resources , so we all need to be more considerate in our approach to tackling the big challenges of the day .
Based on rigorous standards that require positive action for animal welfare , and prohibit the
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use of herbicides and fertilisers , organic improves biodiversity , builds healthier soils , reduces greenhouse gas emissions and protects us from pollution .
For farmers keen to learn about the benefits of organic conversion , OF & G host a wealth of certification-related technical documents , information packs and forms which are available to download . These are supported with licensee case studies which showcase the successes of real life organic businesses . Information is also provided alongside a short video to help guide people who are considering converting their farm businesses to organic :
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OF & G Organic conversion information .
A viable , widely evidenced approach , organic guarantees delivery of the system transformation that we urgently need in our farming and food systems .
Every summer , OF & G organises the largest on-farm organic conference in the UK . National Organic Combinable Crops ( NOCC ) is an event dedicated to organic food businesses and celebrates organic mixed farming . The 2021 NOCC report is online .
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In addition to the organic certification scheme OF & G offer inspection and certification for the Pasture For Life mark , commercial composting , as well as a scheme for the product of anaerobic digestion , the Biofertiliser Certification Scheme .
Certification is also provided for the Woodland Carbon Code and the Peatland Code .
OF & G staff have significant experience of working with different enterprises , and over
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many years of working for OF & G have built up extensive knowledge of each sector and how businesses operate .
The company ’ s headquarters are in Shrewsbury , Shropshire .
https :// ofgorganic . org / of-gorganic-conversion-information
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