sustainability and Fair Trade Standards

Sustainable Forestry Certification

SelamtaCert will offer a broad range of certification services in the area organic, sustainable and fair trade and food safety standars tailored to farmers, food processors and international traders.

Benefits of Sustainable Forestry Certification

Environmental Protection

Certified forests are managed to protect biodiversity, water resources, and soil health. This helps to mitigate climate change by maintaining forests as carbon sinks and preserving habitats for wildlife.

Economic Viability

Sustainable forestry practices ensure that forests can continue to provide valuable resources and financial benefits for local communities and industries. Certified products often command higher market prices and open up new market opportunities.

Social Responsibility

Certification promotes fair labour practices, respects Indigenous Peoples' rights, and supports local communities' well-being. It encourages transparent and inclusive decision-making processes.

Certification Standards

Our certification program is based on internationally recognized standards, including those set by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). These standards cover a wide range of criteria, including:

Forest Management

Ensuring sustainable harvest levels, protecting biodiversity, and maintaining ecosystem services.

Chain of Custody

Tracking certified products from the forest to the final consumer to ensure transparency and traceability.

Community Engagement

Involving local communities and Indigenous Peoples in forest management decisions and respecting their rights and traditions.

How to Get Certified

1 Assessment

Forest managers thoroughly evaluate their practices against our certification standards. This includes field inspections, stakeholder consultations, and document reviews.

2 Certification Decision

Based on the assessment, a certification decision is made. If the forest management practices meet our standards, certification is granted.

3 Monitoring and Auditing

Certified forests are subject to regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance with our standards. This helps to maintain the integrity and credibility of our certification program.

Why Choose FloraCert?

By choosing FloraCert Sustainable Forestry Certification, you support responsible forest management practices that benefit the environment, economy, and society. Our certification program is trusted by businesses, governments, and consumers worldwide, and it helps to promote a sustainable future for our forests

How FloraCert can help you

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