Biokreis - regional & fair

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Aim/Focus
Standard organisation
Good to know

Short distances, market partnerships based on trust instead of anonymous market mechanisms, honest remuneration of farmers, good raw materials and the promotion of regional cultural landscapes.

Biokreis e.V. Association for organic farming and healthy nutrition.

Since its foundation in 1979, Biokreis e.V. has attached great importance to regional economic cycles and the participation of all members in the creation of fair value chains. The Biokreis regional & fair certification, launched in 2007, is a consistent step in this direction. Only organic companies that show special social and ecological commitment are allowed to use this label.

Which lifecycle phases are covered by the standard?

Raw materials extraction and production

Cultivation of basic products in fields (e.g. cereals, vegetables) in plantations (e.g. fruits, oils) as well as products of animal agriculture (e.g. meat, milk)

Manufacturing

Some food products go through complex manufacturing processes. During production, basic products are processed, preserved and food additives are added

Transportation / distribution

The transport route from one production stage to the next as well as to the end consumer

Products use and consumption

Usage by the owner

End-of-life

Disposal of food (waste) or further energetic use (biogas)