Australian Certified Organic
Australian Certified Organic - subsidiary of Biological Farmers of Australia
ACO provides certification services to operators from all sectors of the organic industry. Certification ensures compliance with national production standards and allows trace back of all products to their origin.
Key Strengths
- One of Australia's oldest and most recognised organic certification bodies
- Covers the full organic supply chain from farm to retail
- Backed by Biological Farmers of Australia, the country's peak organic industry body
- Enables access to domestic and international organic markets
- Third-party audited to ISO/IEC Guide 65 for high credibility
- Iconic bud logo widely recognised by Australian consumers
Ideal For
Best suited for Australian farmers, processors, handlers, and exporters seeking to market their products as certified organic in domestic and international markets. Ideal for businesses across the organic supply chain — from primary producers to retailers — who need credible third-party verification of their organic practices.
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Program WebsiteAustralian Certified Organic - subsidiary of Biological Farmers of AustraliaLast verified Mar 11, 2026