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Policy, rules, organic certifications, support and criteria for organic farming.

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Organics at a glance
At a glance information on EU organic policy, the organic logo and legislation relating to the organic sector, as well as frequently asked questions.
Organic action plan
This plan aims to drive investment and innovation in organic farming and boost demand for organic food. Check out what has been achieved so far.
EU Organic Awards
7 awards across 6 different categories acknowledging different actors along the organic value chain.
The future of organics
Information on the new organic legislation in force since January 2022, the consultation that was held about the new law and the action plan for organics.
Becoming an organic farmer
Certification and conversion, the support available to organic farmers and where to get advice on best practice.
The organic logo
Aims of the EU organic logo, rules on how and by whom it must be displayed and downloadable logo files.
Trade in organics
Information on how to import organic goods into the EU and guidance for third country control bodies.
Controls and enforcement
How organic farmers, producers and distributors are inspected and how the European Commission checks the inspection regimes of European countries.
New Livestock unit (LSU) interactive map

The livestock unit density interactive map shows the density of livestock farming in relation to other data including environmental and sectoral indicators, which help monitor the performance of the CAP.

The goal of this map is to identify areas for sustainable agriculture development and make informed policy decisions.

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  • General information
  • 4 December 2025
National lists of organic operators exempted from certification

Lists of organic operators in the EU, IS, NO, SM and UK-NI that are exempted from the obligation to receive a certificate in accordance with Article 35(8) of Regulation (EU) 2018/848.

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