Agriculture and Crops
From compliance to sustainability, safe food production to changing consumer and retailer demands — your challenges are constantly evolving.
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GLOBALG.A.P.
Improve food safety and business performance, and gain access to the world's largest food retailers.CanadaGAP
Minimize food safety hazards, reduce contamination risk and gain access to Canadian retailers and food processors.PrimusGFS
Reduce food safety risks, improve farm management and meet retailer requirements.Good Farming Practices
Show buyers and consumers your commitment to good farming and animal production practices.LEAF Marque Certification
Prove your commitment to sustainability with LEAF Marque certification.USDA Organic Certification
Protect the planet and verify the organic integrity of your products at any stage of the global supply chain.Supply Chain Sustainability
Commit to responsible sourcing and transparency to increase competitiveness and build client, investor and consumer confidence.Food Safety, Quality and Standards Training
Learn from experts who understand industry expectations. Be ready to apply that knowledge the very next day.CDP Sustainability Reporting
If you need to improve your CDP score, or want help with CDP project management, our expert team can provide guidance at every step.Verification of Compostability and No Intentionally Added PFAS Claims
NSF provides trusted third-party verification, ensuring that compostable products meet stringent standards and comply with evolving regulations.Social Responsibility Audits
Increase social impact and mitigate supply chain risk through social responsibility scheme management, auditing and verification.ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System
Create an environment where workplace health and safety and reduced organizational risk go hand in hand.Non-GMO Verification
Enter this fast-growing market and earn the Non-GMO Project’s well-recognized butterfly logo.Plant-Based Certification
Set your product apart and connect with the 40% of consumers reducing their meat intake and seeking plant-based food options.Safe Quality Food (SQF) Certification
Certify your facility to the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, a comprehensive HACCP-based food safety and quality management certification system.GFSI Global Markets Programme
Strengthen your food safety system through a four-step process consistent with Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) requirements.HACCP Certification and GMP Audits
Demonstrate your commitment to food safety through HACCP certification or a GMP audit.Food Risk Management Consulting Services
Protect your brand, safeguard public health, mitigate risk and speed recovery in the event of a food crisis.Food Fraud/Defense Consulting Services
Reduce the risk of food fraud and product recalls by bolstering food fraud awareness, detection and prevention.Developing Food Product for Commercial Shelf Life
Work with Cambium Analytica, an NSF company, to develop safe, high-quality food and beverage products. Access expertise in product development, stability and shelf life testing, and contract research to support commercialization.Import Supplier Certification (ISC)
NSF's import supplier certification program certifies supplier compliance to U.S. food safety regulations under the FDA’s Third-Party Accredited Certification program.Outsourced Technical Support
Take advantage of NSF’s network of experts to assist your business, short- or long-term.Due Diligence
Uncover potential risks and establish fair value during a merger and acquisition.Food Safety Gap Assessment Services for FSMS Compliance and GFSI Readiness
Understand the gaps in your Food Safety Management System (FSMS) and the steps you need to take to strengthen compliance with FSMA and GFSI global food safety standards, like SQF Edition 10.Food Safety Culture
Make food safety a way of life by embedding key values and behaviors in your team.Food Supply Chain Support and Management
Integrating a food safety management system is vital in ensuring your business meets safety and food hygiene requirements, protecting your customers and brand reputation.Food Safety Policy and Procedure Development
Create and implement clear and efficient program documents that meet requirements and help ensure food safety and quality.FSMA Readiness
Ensure your business and facility comply with the U.S. FDA’s requirements for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).SMETA Ethical Audits
Supply chain monitoring is essential to human rights due diligence, and an important tool to help identify risks. Gain confidence with SMETA audits.Sustainability Strategy Solutions
Achieve your organization’s sustainability goals with expert guidance to support your journey.Supply Chain Sustainability and ESG Management
Develop, monitor, and report on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance in your supply chain with expertise from NSF.Product Environmental Performance
Calculate the environmental impact of products or services to achieve your sustainability goals with expert advice from NSF.ESG Reporting
Demonstrate your commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts with sustainability expertise from NSF.Climate Action Solutions
Build your Climate Action Plan, calculate your greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and assess climate risks with sustainability expertise from NSF.Organic Certification in Mexico
QAI provides organic certification for products sold in Mexico through the Organic Products Law Standard (LPO: Ley de Productos Orgánicos).Organic Certification in Canada and Quebec
Organic certification for products sold in Canada and Quebec. Leverage your USDA organic certification via the U.S.-Canada Equivalency Arrangement.GLOBALG.A.P. CoC (Chain of Custody) Certification
Ensure transparency and integrity in the food supply chain with a GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody (CoC) certification.GLOBALG.A.P. Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) Certification
Demonstrate high production standards and gain access to international buyers with an IFA certification.ESG Verification Solutions
Verify your ESG reporting results and GHG calculations with independent expertise from NSF.Organic Certification Advice
Navigate organic certification to the NOP and other global organic standards with expert advice from NSF.Sustainability Scan
Are your company’s sustainability practices enough to stand out, meet buyer demands, and satisfy existing and impending regulatory requirements? Not sure? NSF’s Sustainability Scan can help.GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Aquaculture Certification
From net pens to recirculation systems, IFA Aquaculture certification demonstrates your commitment to responsible fish farming. NSF guides your journey through the process, helping you achieve market access, sustainable practices and operational excellence.ISO/IEC 42001 Artificial Intelligence – Management System
Build resilience and manage the risks and opportunities associated with AI systems.Environmental Claim Verification
Build trust and brand credibility with independent verification of environmental claims you make about your products, services or business.Rainforest Alliance Certification
Drive more sustainable agricultural production and responsible supply chains with Rainforest Alliance Certification with NSF.
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Quality and Compliance Software
If you’re looking for a solution to confidently manage complex and critical data - including supplier compliance, regulatory requirements, and environmental reporting - take a look at NSF TraQtion® cloud-based software.
Resources
LEAF Marque v17.0: What You Need to Know
ArticleThe new version of the LEAF Marque Standard is here. Discover the key updates and what you need to do to achieve certification. Version 17.0 was published on 5 November 2025 and will apply to audits from 5 May 2026.
What are Environmental Claims?
ArticleDiscover the value behind independently verified environmental claims, and why they bring value to you and your customers.
Why Sustainability Still Matters – From Boardrooms to Grocery Aisles
ArticleJustin Brown, NSF's Senior Manager of Sustainability, explains why sustainability remains a vital and current issue for today’s consumer goods-oriented businesses, despite changing regulatory landscapes for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) globally.
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