Crown Culinary Supply

Organic Certification Standards

Our Organic Commitment

Crown Culinary Supply is committed to providing certified organic herbs that meet the highest standards of organic agriculture. Our organic certification ensures that our herbs are grown, processed, and handled according to strict organic standards without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers.

Certification Bodies

Our organic herbs are certified by internationally recognized certification bodies:

  • EU Organic Regulation (EC) 834/2007 compliance
  • UK Organic Standards certification
  • USDA Organic equivalency standards
  • JAS Organic (Japan Agricultural Standards) recognition
  • Regular third-party audits and inspections

Organic Farming Practices

  • No synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers
  • Use of natural and organic-approved inputs only
  • Crop rotation and biodiversity enhancement
  • Soil health improvement through organic matter
  • Integrated pest management using natural methods
  • Water conservation and sustainable irrigation
  • Prohibition of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)

Soil Management

Organic soil management is fundamental to our organic certification:

  • Organic compost and natural fertilizers
  • Cover cropping to prevent soil erosion
  • Minimal tillage practices
  • Regular soil testing and monitoring
  • Maintenance of soil organic matter levels
  • Protection of soil microorganisms

Pest and Disease Management

  • Biological pest control methods
  • Beneficial insects and natural predators
  • Organic-approved botanical pesticides
  • Physical barriers and traps
  • Companion planting strategies
  • Regular monitoring and early intervention

Processing and Handling

Organic integrity is maintained throughout processing:

  • Segregation from non-organic products
  • Organic-approved processing aids only
  • No artificial preservatives or additives
  • Dedicated organic processing equipment
  • Thorough cleaning protocols between batches
  • Organic storage and packaging materials

Traceability and Documentation

  • Complete chain of custody documentation
  • Field-to-fork traceability systems
  • Organic transaction certificates
  • Regular record keeping and audits
  • Supplier verification and monitoring
  • Customer access to organic certificates

Transition Period

For farms transitioning to organic production:

  • Minimum 3-year transition period required
  • No prohibited substances during transition
  • Detailed transition plan implementation
  • Regular inspection during transition
  • Separate handling of transition products
  • Full organic certification upon completion

Benefits of Organic Herbs

  • Higher levels of antioxidants and nutrients
  • No synthetic chemical residues
  • Enhanced flavor and aroma profiles
  • Environmental sustainability benefits
  • Support for biodiversity conservation
  • Reduced environmental impact

Certification Verification

All our organic products come with valid organic certificates that can be verified through the respective certification body databases. For specific organic certificate verification or to request copies of our organic certificates, please contact us at orders@crownculinary.co.uk or +447846645040.

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