The UK’s Soil Association recently launched a comprehensive 10-Point Trade Plan to drive growth in the organic sector. For international agricultural producers, exporters, and UK food importers, this plan signals critical shifts in how organic food will be traded, regulated, and marketed in the coming years.
As an international certification body bridging global agricultural supply chains, ETKO is closely tracking three key developments from the plan:
Focus on Cross-Border Trade & SPS Alignment: The plan prioritizes Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) alignment and announces the creation of a new UK Trade Forum. For UK buyers sourcing organic produce, nuts, or grains internationally, working with globally recognized certifiers like ETKO ensures imports meet evolving UK border compliance without friction.
Defending Against Greenwashing: With tightening regulations around environmental claims, the plan emphasizes building a strong evidence base for organic farming. ETKO’s rigorous on-the-ground agricultural audits provide the exact traceability UK food brands need to market their products safely and legally.
Driving Consumer Demand: Initiatives like Organic September aim to make organic food the "trusted choice for health and nature." As UK consumer demand grows, ETKO-certified international farmers are ready to supply the market with verified, high-quality organic ingredients.
At ETKO, we ensure that global agricultural operations meet the rigorous compliance standards expected by UK regulators, importers, and consumers.