Certified Sustainable

13/05/2026

Nature is one of agriculture’s most powerful tools!

This research shows how boosting biodiversity can reduce pesticide reliance — delivering real environmental gains.

For Certified Sustainable producers, these are the kinds of practices that become verified, measurable improvements across the supply chain.

Researchers are discovering that nature might provide the answers on how to protect crops from various pests in Australia, Chine, the Pacific and Africa.

05/05/2026

Certified Sustainable livestock production gives producers a real market advantage — it validates performance with hard data, strengthens buyer confidence, and positions Australian beef for future trade and premium markets.

As Marg Will puts it, “we need to validate what we’re doing,” and certification is the mechanism that turns on‑farm practice into verifiable proof. By embedding ESG principles from emissions to governance, Certified Sustainable shows measurable progress, not just intent. It demonstrates that producers understand their baseline, are improving year on year, and can back every claim with transparent evidence.

That level of verification builds trust with processors, retailers, and export partners who increasingly demand ESG‑aligned supply chains. Certified Sustainable transforms data into credibility, resilience, and long‑term value — giving Australian beef producers a stronger position in competitive, sustainability‑driven markets.

30/04/2026

Protecting the integrity of sustainability claims matters.

Without independent verification, sustainability claims risk losing credibility — and trust across supply chains.

That’s why Certified Sustainable exists: to protect integrity, strengthen confidence, and ensure claims stand up to scrutiny.

28/04/2026

Congratulations to Rocky Ridge Brewing Co on nine years of brewing with purpose.

As Australia’s first Certified Sustainable and Carbon Neutral brewery, they continue to show what genuine, measurable sustainability looks like in action.

Check out their nine‑year story and the impact behind it.
Well done, Rocky Ridge.

9 years of Beers Crafting a sustainable brewing Journey. The Story so far

02/04/2026

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and restorative Easter.

As families and communities come together, it’s also a moment to reflect on the small choices that protect our environment and strengthen the sustainability of the industries we rely on.

At Certified Sustainable, we’re proud to support producers and supply chains that prioritise responsible practices — today and every day. This Easter, we celebrate the people behind those efforts and the commitment to continuous improvement across agriculture, food, and fibre.

Enjoy the long weekend, travel safely, and choose sustainably where you can — from locally sourced produce to verified, responsibly made products.
Together, we keep building trust, transparency, and a more sustainable future.

Happy Easter from the Certified Sustainable team.

30/03/2026

Sustainability claims carry weight in global markets — but only when they’re backed by evidence.

Certified Sustainable provides third‑party verification that supports compliance, strengthens market access, and ensures your claims stand up to scrutiny.

Confidence grows when proof is part of the process.

23/03/2026

Leading the way in verified sustainability! 💚

Ryefield Hops, based in Bemboka NSW, has become one of the first hops growers in Australia to measure and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as part of achieving Certified SustainaRyefield Hops, based in Bemboka NSW, has become one of the first hops growers in Australia to measure and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as part of achieving Certified Sustaina accreditation.

Through the certification process, Ryefield undergoes annual independent auditing, verifying that its on-farm production and processing systems meet sustainability standards covering soil health, resource efficiency and broader ESG practices such as responsible workplace practices, waste reduction and community engagement.

By measuring and reporting emissions, Ryefield can track improvements over time and provide credible upstream data to brewers, helping support greater transparency across the supply chain and contributing to Scope 3 reporting.

Alongside its sustainability commitments, Ryefield produces distinctive hop varietals that give brewers flexibility across a wide range of beer styles — while supporting Australian-grown ingredients.

A great example of how verified sustainability can strengthen trust from farm to final product.

13/03/2026

Clear input approval pathways are essential to maintaining the integrity of sustainability claims.

They ensure that every input — from fertilisers and feed supplements to processing aids — is assessed against defined criteria, approved for use, and documented for traceability.

This process supports consistency across certified operations, enables transparent audits, and ensures alignment with sustainability standards at every stage of production.

It’s not just about what goes into the system — it’s about knowing, verifying, and communicating it with confidence.

11/03/2026

Annual verification is what keeps certification meaningful.

Independent audits each year confirm continued compliance and protect the integrity of sustainability claims across the supply chain.

It’s how trust is built — and how it’s maintained.

09/03/2026

A new US survey shows overwhelming support for regenerative agriculture — not just as a concept, but as a practical pathway to healthier soils, stronger rural communities, and long‑term productivity.

At Certified Sustainable, it’s encouraging to see international momentum aligning with what Australian producers already know: when sustainability is backed by evidence, transparency, and independent verification, it delivers real value across the supply chain.

Producers are leading the shift. Markets are paying attention. And trust is becoming one of agriculture’s most important assets.

Read the full Beef Central article here!

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