New certification bodies to manage compost protocol

The Composting Association, together with WRAP, has announced that certification bodies CMi Certification and Organic Farmers & Growers have taken over management of the BSI PAS 100 compost certification scheme.

The two certification bodies will now take over administration of the scheme from the Composting Association and carry out on-site audits in order to certify composted material. The aim of the Quality Protocol for Compost is to rubber stamp the fact that compost is not a waste, but a quality product that can deliver great results in a wide range of applications.

Jane Gilbert, Chief Executive of the Composting Association, said of the development: "We are expecting a significant increase in the number of composters wanting to become certified to PAS 100 standard so it seems like a natural decision to subcontract it to specialist organisations who can give the scheme the time and resources it deserves.  

"CMi Certification and Organic Farmers & Growers are experts in this field and have managed a number of similar schemes. We are confident that the transition to the new management will be seamless and that composters currently on the scheme will start to see improvements to the service immediately. We will still have overall control but composters will be dealing with CMi Certification and Organic Farmers & Growers on a daily basis rather than our technical team."

Richard Jacobs, Chief Executive of Organic Farmers & Growers, added: "We're very pleased to be working with the Composting Association and WRAP to offer the PAS 100 standard. It's a natural extension to our existing expertise in certification and I know that clients will appreciate the practical approach offered by our friendly team!"