Western and Central Africa
Eastern and Southern Africa
Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Latin America
The Pacific
Arab States
Caribbean
Asia
What are main problems and potentials related to certification of natural products?
Certification of natural products may improve social and ecological environments. Potential economic benefits of certification of natural products include improved market access, value added, price premiums and better bargaining position, as well as strengthened internal mechanisms of monitoring and assessment. Potential economic costs include costs of certification, lower yields and increased management.