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Forest & farm manager - Preferred by Nature Certification

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Due Diligence System - Preferred by Nature Certification

Efficiently meet regulatory obligations with our Standard, aligning due diligence and supplier management activities with the EUDR.

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EUDR alignment - Preferred by Nature Certification

Learn how we can support you to align with the EU Deforestation Regulation.

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Chain of Custody - Preferred by Nature Certification

Simplify product flows, meet EUDR requirements and ensure clear communication in the supply chain.

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Whether you manage forests or nurture farms, achieving sustainability excellence can be challenging. The Preferred by Nature Certification programme helps you navigate this journey with its comprehensive yet adaptable approach.

 

We offer two options to cater to your unique needs:

  • Full certification: Earn Preferred by Nature Certification against the Sustainability Framework, covering environmental, social and economic aspects of your operations. 
  • Regulatory scope option: Streamline your certification process by focusing on specific regulatory indicators, including those within the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), demonstrating alignment efficiently.

You can also integrate the Preferred by Nature Certification as an add-on to other existing certificates you have, making your whole certification effort more efficient and cost-effective. This means you will not have to undergo duplicate audits for the same issues.  

We continuously refine our Sustainability Framework through benchmarking against leading international standards. This helps us pinpoint differences and develop guidelines for businesses already certified under other sustainability programmes. Access the benchmarking results.

Jump to the ‘Your Options’ section to explore our add-on options.

Ready to make a difference?

Take the first step towards achieving sustainability excellence. Contact our experienced team today to discuss your specific needs and explore the best certification option for your forestry or agricultural operations.

Add-on option for forestry

We have benchmarked the Sustainability Framework against the Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) Forest Management (FM) and Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard. Forest managers holding an FSC certification and wishing to use Preferred by Nature Certification-related claims must comply with additional requirements for FSC-certified forest management operations, where applicable.

Get in touch with our team to discuss the specifics of eligibility. The add-on requirements can be checked during your regular FSC audit or, if preferred, checked earlier in a separate audit.

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Add-on option for agriculture

The Framework has also been benchmarked against the Rainforest Alliance 2020 Sustainable Agriculture Standard: Farm Requirements. Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Agriculture (RA SAS) Farm-certified companies can apply for an add-on certification within the Preferred by Nature Certification. The add-on requirements can be seamlessly integrated into your next scheduled audit, ensuring efficiency and minimal disruption.

Alternatively, if desired, a separate add-on audit can be conducted to expedite the certification process. Get in touch with our team to initiate the add-on certification process, and they will assist you in planning the next steps.

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Preferred by Nature Certification - Certification Rules V1.0

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This document provides detailed information about how the programme operates fo...

Preferred by Nature Certification Service Guide
Preferred by Nature Certification Forest & farm certification Chain of Custody certification Due Diligence System certification EUDR alignment
Preferred by Nature Certification Service Guide

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Learn about the Preferred by Nature Certification process, including the certif...

Preferred by Nature Certification for land managers
Preferred by Nature Certification Forest & farm certification
Preferred by Nature Certification for land managers

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Whether you aim to strengthen legal compliance, amplify existing certifications...

Preferred by Nature Certification info sheet
Preferred by Nature Certification Forest & farm certification Chain of Custody certification Due Diligence System certification EUDR alignment
Preferred by Nature Certification Info Sheet

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Preferred by Nature Certification - FAQs
Preferred by Nature Certification Forest & farm certification Chain of Custody certification Due Diligence System certification EUDR alignment
Preferred by Nature Certification - FAQs

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This FAQ provides answers to commonly asked questions from clients and stakehol...

RA SA benchmark incl EUDR JUN24
Preferred by Nature Certification Forest & farm certification
Benchmarking summary & add-on indicators: Sustainability Framework & Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Agriculture Standard

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This document provides a summary of benchmark results for comparison with the R...

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Preferred by Nature Certification Forest & farm certification
Benchmarking summary & add-on indicators: Sustainability Framework & Forest Stewardship Council Forest Management Standard

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This document encapsulates the benchmark findings, facilitating comparison with...

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Event title Event type Language Location Dates Status
FSC Controlled Wood Expert Course Expert course English Jurmala, Latvia 27 - Completed
EUDR: Get ready with our overview, updates and solutions Webinar Japanese Online 17 - Completed
FSC Chain of Custody Expert Course Expert course English Minnesota, USA 29 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course Spanish Argentina 27 - Completed
FSC Chain of Custody Expert Course Expert course Spanish Argentina 21 - Completed
EU Deforestation Regulation: Unpacking the latest updates and solutions Webinar Chinese Simplified Online 08 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course English Montreal, Canada 25 - Completed
EUDR: Understanding implications for US companies Webinar English Online 13 - Completed
FSC Chain of Custody Expert Course Expert course English Toronto, Canada 12 - Completed
FSC Chain of Custody Expert Course Expert course Chinese Simplified China 05 - Completed
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): Implications for the agricultural sector Webinar Spanish Online 20 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course English Berlin, Germany 19 - Completed
FSC Chain of Custody Expert Course Expert course English Berlin, Germany 30 - Completed
Implications of the new EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) for the forestry sector Webinar Spanish Online 17 - Completed
FSC Chain of Custody Expert Course Expert course English Bangalore, India 12 - Completed
FSC Chain of Custody Expert Course Expert course English Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA 28 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course English Jurmala, Latvia 20 - Completed
Sustainability in Practice: EUDR & Carbon Footprint Management Seminar Estonian Tallinn, Estonia 16 - Completed
Sustainability in Practice - EUDR & Carbon Footprint Management Seminar Latvian Rīga, Latvia 15 - Completed
Sustainability in Practice - EUDR & Carbon Footprint Management Seminar Lithuanian Vilnius, Lithuania 13 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course English Beijing, China 06 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course English Beijing, China 06 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course Spanish Concepción, Chile 02 - Completed
FSC Controlled Wood Expert Course Expert course English Jurmala, Latvia 26 - Completed
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): Business implications and impact Webinar Chinese Simplified Online 22 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course Spanish Medellín, Colombia 14 - Completed
EUDR & the Future of Forest-risk Commodities Procurement Seminar, Webinar Japanese Tokyo, Japan 12 - Completed
FSC Controlled Wood Expert Course Expert course English Online 05 - Completed
FSC Forest Management Expert Course Expert course English Jurmala, Latvia 29 - Completed
How Scientific Testing can support companies to comply with Due Diligence requirements of the EUDR? Webinar English Online 28 - Completed
How Scientific Testing can support the enforcement of the EUDR? Webinar English Online 21 - Completed
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): Business implications and compliance Seminar Chinese Simplified Shanghai, China 20 - Completed
Complying with the new EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): A practical workshop for timber businesses Seminar Vietnamese Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam 13 - Completed
EUDR and FSC Policy to Address Conversion & Remedy Framework – What will it mean for Malaysian companies? Seminar English Sabah, Malaysia 09 - Completed
EUDR and FSC Policy to Address Conversion & Remedy Framework – What will it mean for Malaysian companies? Seminar English Sarawak, Malaysia 08 - Completed
EUDR and FSC Policy to Address Conversion & Remedy Framework – What will it mean for Malaysian companies? Seminar English Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 06 - Completed
Informationsdag FSC og PEFC sporbarhedscertificering Seminar Danish Denmark Completed

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Unlock the next level of sustainability excellence with this all-inclusive certification.

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Forest & farm certification
Forest & farm manager - Preferred by Nature Certification

Elevate forestry and agriculture sustainability with efficient full or add-on options.

FSC
Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™)

Gaining FSC certification helps you meet market demands, enhance your reputation and support the world's forests.

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FSC Chain of Custody
Chain of Custody Certification - FSC

Enhance your market access, build your brand and empower customers to support the world’s forests.

FSC Controlled Wood
Controlled Wood Certification - FSC

Boost your ability to trade forest products with controlled wood claims which are demanded by FSC-certified buyers.

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FSC Forest Management
Forest Management Certification - FSC

Assure responsible forestry to your buyers and investors.

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FSC Project Certification
Project Certification - FSC

Certify your building project and communicate the responsible origin of timber used for construction.

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LegalSource

Whether you operate at forest level or as an operator in a supply chain, demonstrate your ability to exclude illegal…

PEFC
Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)

Get PEFC certified to show your commitment to managing forests in line with environmental, social and economic…

PEFC Chain of Custody Certification
PEFC Chain of Custody
Chain of Custody Certification - PEFC

Obtain PEFC Chain of Custody certification to expand your market access and forward the PEFC claims and labels to your…

PEFC Forest Management Certification
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Forest Management Certification - PEFC

Gain PEFC certification to provide assurance of your responsible forest management practices.

Responsible Biomass Programme
Responsible Biomass Programme

Verify your responsible biomass compliance with legal requirements.

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SmartLogging
SmartLogging

Ensuring responsible management of forest resources while balancing environmental, economic and social needs.

Sustainable Biomass Program-SBP
Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP)

Obtain SBP certification for assurance that your woody biomass is sourced both legally and sustainably.

Sustainable Forestry Initiative-SFI
Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)

Supporting forest stakeholders in adopting best practices and improving operations.

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