Partners & Memberships
BioGro thrives off the many partnerships we have formed over the years - it’s important to us that we work alongside others with a common sustainability goal.
BioGro has made a point to be an active member of the Organic Sector and champion transparent and sustainable business practices.
If you think there could be a way we can work together, be sure to contact us - we’d love to have a chat!
Partnerships
Soil & Health Association
Soil & Health Association became the sole shareholder of BioGro New Zealand Ltd. after the Biological Producers and Consumers Association merged with the Soil & Health Association on 1st October 2016, after both memberships unanimously approved the merger in July 2016.
Biodynamics Association
Due to a restructuring of the Demeter Certification, BioGro is offering our services and established platforms to provide Organic Certification to Biodynamic customers.
Synchronising our systems will allow producers to hold two certifications with just one audit - and provides a gateway for those looking to export their great products overseas.
Organic Exporters Association of New Zealand (OEANZ)
OEANZ serves over 140 New Zealand companies exporting certified organic products to 90 markets around the world. Donald Nordeng, CEO of BioGro, is also Vice Chair of this Association. Donald’s involvement creates a voice for BioGro licensees and allows exporters to benefit from his expertise and knowledge in this sector.
OrganicFarmNZ (OFNZ)
OrganicFarmNZ is an organic certification programme designed for small-scale growers supplying the New Zealand market. OFNZ uses BioGro’s standards to ensure that the highest organic standards are being met.
NATRUE
BioGro is proud to be the only Australasian organisation accredited by NATRUE to certify health and body care products (cosmetics) as natural.
Natural certification by BioGro provides consumers with the assurance and confidence that a health and body care product meets internationally recognised standards.
Organic Aotearoa New Zealand (OANZ)
OANZ works as a national voice for organics, representing the interests of the New Zealand organic sector. BioGro has worked closely with OANZ as a founding member, ensuring that we represent our licensees where possible. Donald Nordeng, CEO sat on the board for two years. He now chairs the Standards Working Group Technical Team and is responsible for their proposal back to the Standards Working Group, which is open to all community members.