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Approved inputs for organic farming
These standards set out which inputs can be used in organic farming and how they are assessed and approved, helping farmers and suppliers protect organic integrity, soils and the environment.
Approved inputs are products that farmers and growers are allowed to use in organic farming. The approved inputs standards assure that an input, such as fertiliser or compost, meets the Soil Association standards and organic regulations.
The scheme means that farmers and growers can confidently choose the right inputs.
It aims to ensure transparency by setting out a clear set of requirements for inputs and making them accessible to consumers, farmers and growers.
Standards
Soil Association standards for approved inputs
Published 01 Jan 2024
Soil Association standards put organic principles into practice. The Approved Inputs standards set out the rules for making and supplying inputs permitted for use by Soil Association-certified organic businesses in Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
What is input certification?
Find out how the Soil Association assesses and approves inputs for use in organic farming, including fertilisers, soil conditioners and crop protection products, and how businesses can apply for approval.
Inputs directory
Check which inputs are approved or verified for use under Soil Association organic standards. Find permitted products, conditions of use and any restrictions before you apply.