Farmers and Handlers applying for certification must complete questionnaires pertaining to their production and handling practices, participate in an on-site inspection of his or her operation and provide access to necessary support documentation.

Applicants pay an administrative fee to Protected Harvest and cover the cost of site inspection and associated travel costs. Rates are determined according to location, crop, and acreage; please inquire.

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Field Certification (for farmers)
Chain-of-Custody Certification (for handlers)
About the standards
Developing new standards