Standard Owner Benchmark - DEBIO

By CommonShare

DEBIO is an organic certification organization based in Norway. It is a non-profit organization that offers certification services for organic products and provides support to the organic industry in Norway. DEBIO was founded in 1986 and operates under the supervision of the Norwegian Ministry of Agriculture and Food.

DEBIO is responsible for certifying and inspecting organic farms, processors, and traders to ensure compliance with the organic standards set by the Norwegian government and the European Union regulations. Their certification process includes on-site inspections, documentation review, and verification of adherence to organic principles and practices.

The organic certification provided by DEBIO assures consumers that the certified products meet strict organic standards, including the use of organic farming methods, prohibited use of synthetic pesticides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and sustainable management of natural resources. DEBIO's certification mark is widely recognized in Norway and indicates that the product has been produced and handled according to organic standards.

In addition to certification services, DEBIO also supports the development and growth of the organic industry in Norway. They provide information, training, and guidance to farmers, processors, and traders interested in organic production. DEBIO works to raise awareness about organic agriculture, promote sustainable farming practices, and contribute to the overall development of the organic sector in Norway.

As a non-profit organization, DEBIO operates with the objective of promoting and ensuring the integrity of organic products in Norway. Their certification services and support help consumers make informed choices and support sustainable and environmentally friendly agricultural practices.

Overall Rating

2.0
Undistinguished

Governance

The certification uses a multi-stakeholder, independent governance model to support the development of the standards related to the certification.

Supply Side Digitization

Details on the certificate are easily available via technology for inclusion in third party digital applications.

Buy Side Availability

Buy side availability details out how easy it is for consumers to find products and companies exhibiting the standards offered by the certification.

Relevance

This considers the scale of the certification, and the number of products and companies that currently contribute to the certificate. National and local certification are normalized with countries.

Digital Accessibility

How easy is it for innovative new companies, startups, and local retailers to have the same access and affordable pricing models to use standard information in digital applications.

How our Standard Owner Benchmark® Works?

By CommonShare

This is a benchmark to help companies understand which standards should be part of a sustainable procurement plan. Further, the benchmark allows standard setting schemes, i.e. "Standard Owners", to benchmark their performance versus industry peers.