Are GMOs Allowed on Rainforest Alliance Certified Farms?
No. Our Sustainable Agriculture Standard prohibits the use of genetically modified organisms on Rainforest Alliance Certified farms.... Continue Reading
FAQs
July 6, 2023
An archive of the FAQs available on the Rainforest Alliance website.
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How is the Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Agriculture Standard Developed and Maintained?
We are committed to keeping our Sustainable Agriculture Standard effective and relevant, and review it at least every five years.... Continue Reading
Does Rainforest Alliance Certification Guarantee a Minimum Price for Certified Crops?
Rainforest Alliance certification does not guarantee a minimum price for certified crops, but our 2020 Certification Program includes an important requirement for additional cash payments for certified crops.
Pricing is definitely an important part of certification, and while Rainforest Alliance Certified farms often generate higher prices for their crops, a system that focuses primarily on pricing disregards other critical elements that influence whether or not farmers can lift themselves out of...... Continue Reading
Does Rainforest Alliance Certification Require a Farm to Be Organic?
Rainforest Alliance Certified farms are not required to be organic.... Continue Reading
How Does the Rainforest Alliance Work with the Forest Stewardship Council?
The Rainforest Alliance is one of the founders of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the premier sustainable forestry standard-setting body.... Continue Reading