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ABCERT AG
Esslingen am Neckar, DEImpact-drivenPrivate SectorOrganic FarmingESG & CSR Reporting
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees51 - 100
Founded2008
LocationEsslingen am Neckar
About ABCERT AG
ABCERT AG is a leading certification partner for organic and quality certifications across Germany and Europe. Since 2008, the organization has supported companies in complying with organic regulations (e.g., EU 2018/848) and a wide array of other quality and sustainability standards within the food and agricultural sectors. With main offices in Esslingen and Augsburg, alongside international branches in Italy and the Czech Republic, ABCERT AG employs approximately 240 staff and serves over 20,000 clients. Its commitment to sustainability is highlighted by comprehensive certification services and reporting via the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
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Sustainability Goals
Responsible Consumption & Production
Certifying Sustainable Food Production
The organization ensures agricultural businesses and food producers comply with stringent organic, quality, and sustainability standards, such as the EU Organic Regulation or GLOBALG.A.P.
Promoting Responsible Consumer Choices
Through labels for organic products, animal welfare, and non-GMO production, ABCERT AG empowers consumers to make informed choices for more sustainable and ethical products.
Life on Land
Protecting Ecosystems via Organic Certification
ABCERT AG certifies farms according to organic standards that promote soil health, biodiversity, and the sustainable management of natural resources within terrestrial ecosystems.
Ensuring Animal Welfare in Agriculture
The organization certifies initiatives like the 'Animal Welfare Label 'For More Animal Protection'', directly contributing to more humane farming practices and the well-being of livestock on land.
Climate Action
Promoting Climate-Friendly Agriculture
By certifying organic farms, ABCERT AG supports cultivation methods that contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhance soil health for better carbon sequestration.
Supporting Renewable Energy in Agriculture
The organization offers certifications for Agri-Photovoltaics systems, thereby advancing the integration of sustainable energy generation on agricultural land and strengthening climate protection efforts.
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FAQs
Q1What is ABCERT AG's core mission?
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ABCERT AG's core mission is to act as a leading certification partner, ensuring compliance with organic regulations, notably EU Regulation No. 2018/848, and a diverse array of other quality and sustainability standards across the food and agricultural sectors. The organization supports companies in certifying their products and processes accordingly.
Q2How many employees does ABCERT AG have?
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ABCERT AG employs approximately 240 competent staff members who work across various locations in Germany and in its international branches. These professionals ensure efficient and flexible client support.
Q3Where does ABCERT AG operate offices?
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ABCERT AG maintains main offices in Esslingen and Augsburg, with a nationwide presence across six locations in Germany. Internationally, the organization operates branches in Italy (ABCERT Italia) and an office in the Czech Republic (ABCERT Česká republika).
Q4When was ABCERT AG founded?
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ABCERT AG was founded in 2008. It emerged from one of Germany's first organic control bodies and has since established itself as an innovative certification service provider.
Q5What types of certifications does ABCERT AG offer?
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ABCERT AG offers a broad portfolio of certifications, including organic certifications under EU Regulation 2018/848, quality standards such as GLOBALG.A.P., KAT, QM-Milch, and QS, as well as regional labels. Additionally, it certifies sustainability initiatives like "ohne Gentechnik / VLOG" (non-GMO), the "Tierschutzlabel 'Für Mehr Tierschutz'" (Animal Welfare Label), Agri-Photovoltaics, and ethical sourcing standards like UEBT.
Q6How does ABCERT AG demonstrate its commitment to sustainability?
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As Germany's largest certifier for organic agriculture, sustainability is a core concern for ABCERT AG, reflected in its primary alignment with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). The organization comprehensively accounts for its activities using the "Greenhouse Gas Protocol" and offers certifications for numerous sustainability initiatives.
