Core sustainability and regulatory requirements, defines the core performance requirements under the Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification programme. It inclu...
Core sustainability and regulatory requirements, defines the core performance requirements under the Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification programme. It inclu...
Certification system implementation requirements specify the organizational and management system requirements needed to implement and maintain Preferred by Nature Sustainability ...
Certification system implementation requirements specify the organizational and management system requirements needed to implement and maintain Preferred by Nature Sustainability ...
Sustainability Framework CertificationDue Diligence System certificationEUDR
Due diligence system requirements including EUDR module, defines requirements for implementing due diligence to ensure product conformance and includes an EUDR-specific module.
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Due diligence system requirements including EUDR module, defines requirements for implementing due diligence to ensure product conformance and includes an EUDR-specific module.
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Rules for use of the Seal and approved claims provide requirements for the use of the Preferred by Nature Seal and approved claims. It supports clear, transparent, and credible co...
Rules for use of the Seal and approved claims provide requirements for the use of the Preferred by Nature Seal and approved claims. It supports clear, transparent, and credible co...
Sustainability Framework CertificationChain of Custody certification
Requirements for material control across supply chains define requirements for tracking and controlling certified materials throughout the supply chain. It supports transparency, ...
Requirements for material control across supply chains define requirements for tracking and controlling certified materials throughout the supply chain. It supports transparency, ...
Common terminology used across the certification programme provides definitions and explanations of key terms used throughout Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certific...
Common terminology used across the certification programme provides definitions and explanations of key terms used throughout Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certific...
Requirements related to pesticide risk management defines Preferred by Nature’s internal policy for pesticide classification, acceptance, restrictions, and oversight within Prefer...
Requirements related to pesticide risk management defines Preferred by Nature’s internal policy for pesticide classification, acceptance, restrictions, and oversight within Prefer...
Requirements related to genetically modified organisms define Preferred by Nature’s internal decision policy for GMO acceptance within Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework...
Requirements related to genetically modified organisms define Preferred by Nature’s internal decision policy for GMO acceptance within Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework...
Rules for off-product claims and communications define how organizations that do not use the Preferred by Nature Seal may communicate certification-related claims, including off-p...
Rules for off-product claims and communications define how organizations that do not use the Preferred by Nature Seal may communicate certification-related claims, including off-p...
Approved claim options for certified organizations provide a set of pre-approved claims that certified organizations may use when communicating certification status, subject to ap...
Approved claim options for certified organizations provide a set of pre-approved claims that certified organizations may use when communicating certification status, subject to ap...
This two-page info sheet provides an overview of Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification, including its three certification pathways, two certification scopes a...
This two-page info sheet provides an overview of Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification, including its three certification pathways, two certification scopes a...
A practical guide to understanding and navigating the certification process, from choosing the right certification pathway to preparing for audits, maintaining certification and c...
A practical guide to understanding and navigating the certification process, from choosing the right certification pathway to preparing for audits, maintaining certification and c...
Between September and December 2025, Preferred by Nature conducted a public stakeholder consultation on proposed updates to the Sustainability Framework Certification programme and related standards.
The consultation gathered feedback from companies, certification bodies, civil society organisations, technical experts and other stakeholders. Their input helped shape the final revisions and contributed to strengthening the programme's clarity, credibility and usability.
The updated Sustainability Framework Certification programme introduces a more integrated approach to land use, supply chains, due diligence and claims. Key improvements include:
A clearer and more coherent programme structure
Stronger focus on sustainability performance and outcomes
Enhanced alignment with emerging regulatory and market expectations
Improved requirements related to deforestation, climate and human rights
Clearer rules for claims and communication, including distinctions between Seal-eligible and non-Seal-eligible claims
We would like to thank everyone who contributed to the consultation process. Stakeholder feedback played an important role in refining the programme and ensuring it remains practical, credible and fit for purpose.
