Standards
Australian Certified Organic
Governing Organization
Auditing / Certification Body
Assessment Type
Third party assessed by non-verified bodies
Sectors Covered
Food, Beverage and Agriculture
Issues Covered
Food Safety, Organic, Quality
Description
Australian Certified Organic (ACO) is Australias largest certifier for organic and biodynamic produce and has over 1500 operators within its certification system. ACO is a fully-owned subsidiary of Biological Farmers of Australia (BFA).
Benefit from product trust and integrity using the popular “Organic Bud” logo. Research shows the ACO's Bud is the most recognised logo by Australian consumers providing their guarantee of organic integrity. ACO is part of a nonprofit group owned by industry members and provides market access and advantage based on compliance to some of the highest standards available for organic worldwide. Australian Certified Organic (ACO) is winner of the consumer watchdog Choice Award for 2010 Best Food Endorsement Program.
