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Science Backs Rainforest Alliance Certification

Consumers want to support farming communities and the global environment by purchasing certified products, but the proliferation of certification seals can make it difficult to assess the true impact of various systems. That’s where science comes in: a new third-party study confirms that Rainforest Alliance certification benefits farmers and wildlife, boosts productivity and protects the health of water and soil.

Science Backs Rainforest Alliance Certification


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