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Sourcing Managers

Resources for sourcing managers, buyers and procurement managers who are sourcing Rainforest Alliance Certified ingredients.

Sourcing more sustainably through the Rainforest Alliance certification program is an opportunity for your company to make a public and positive impact on the world.

Here you’ll find materials and resources that show how sourcing more sustainably can benefit your company as you have reliable access to a high-quality, reliable supply of certified products at competitive prices.

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Sustainable Agriculture Certification

Considering getting Rainforest Alliance Certified?  Here’s everything you need to know to make this important decision.

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The Rainforest Alliance’s Tailored Supply Chain Services team supports companies’ responsible sourcing commitments both beyond and in line with certification.

2020 Rainforest Alliance Certification Program

Learn more about the development of our new 2020 Rainforest Alliance Certification Program.

2019 Certification Data Report

View our certification data report to see the 2019 reach of our Rainforest Alliance and UTZ programs in our primary sectors.

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Measures to Strengthen the Cocoa Sector

After a two-year comprehensive analysis on the necessary evolution of certification, we have developed a set of ambitious and pragmatic approaches, fortified by advanced monitoring techniques, to improve our cocoa certification program.... Continue Reading
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Temporary Supply Shortage for Supply Chain Actors

As we all navigate this difficult COVID-19 pandemic, we are committed to working together with our company partners to adapt to the changing conditions.... Continue Reading
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How Much Does Rainforest Alliance Certification Cost?

This page gives you an overview of certification costs for farmers and companies.... Continue Reading
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How Rainforest Alliance Certification Will Benefit Your Company

Through certification, companies also gain rewards from establishing better business practices for both people and nature.... Continue Reading
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Transition for Fresh Fruit, Vegetables and Flower Supply Chain Actors

This page supports Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Supply Chain Actors in transitioning to the 2020 Certification Program.[Read more...]

Published on May 18, 2022

Topics: 2020 Certification ProgramCertificationFlowersFruit

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Policy: New Certificate Holders During the Transition Period For the 2020 Rainforest Alliance Certification Program

Rainforest Alliance has established a one-year period with special, transitory rules intended to facilitate a smooth transition from the UTZ and 2017 Rainforest Alliance Programs into the new 2020
View: Policy: New Certificate Holders During the Transition Period For the 2020 Rainforest Alliance Certification Program

Published on May 10, 2022
Available in: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Vietnamese, French

Topics: 2020 Certification ProgramAssurance SystemBinding DocumentsCertificationFarm CertificationSupply Chain Certification

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Improving Farmer Food System Resilience through Climate-Smart Agriculture

A key aspect of climate-smart agriculture (CSA) is helping farmers to improve farm productivity, thus achieve higher incomes and improved standard of living.  Our four main interconnected areas of
View: Improving Farmer Food System Resilience through Climate-Smart Agriculture

Published on May 5, 2022
Available in: English

Topics: 2020 Certification ProgramCertification

How to Use Our Certification Program’s Online Portals

As we are developing our certification program, we currently have multiple systems in place for labeling, licensing, and traceability. To ensure clarity for all company partners we work with, we’ve created a quick guide to the various platforms and portals you may use as a certificate holder.[Read more...]

Published on May 3, 2022

Topics: CertificationSupply Chain Certification

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Shaping Human Rights and Environmental Policy for a Sustainable Future

Advocacy complements the other main areas of our work by shaping policies and practices that will affect agriculture, forests, and business for years and decades to come.[Read more...]

Published on May 2, 2022

Topics: InsightsMaya Biosphere ReserveShared Responsibility

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Integrated Community Forest Management Monitoring and Evaluation Tool

This tool has been developed by the Rainforest Alliance with support from IIED and field tested by the Rainforest Alliance in Indonesia, Guatemala and Cameroon, to implement community based monitoring
View: Integrated Community Forest Management Monitoring and Evaluation Tool

Published on April 21, 2022
Available in: English, French, Spanish

Topics: Forest Allies

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