Florida Certified Organic Growers and Consumers, Inc. Email Format
FarmingFlorida, United States11-50 Employees
Florida Certified Organic Growers and Consumers, Inc. (FOG) is a nonprofit organization based in Gainesville, Florida, established in 1987. It operates two main programs: Quality Certification Services, which provides USDA-accredited organic certification and other certifications (including National Organic Program, Canadian, Japanese, and European Union credentials) as well as Social Justice, Aquaculture, and Vegan options, and Education & Outreach, which engages producers, consumers, and policymakers through workshops and classes to share expertise in organic farming and related topics. The organization serves farming, wildcrafting, livestock, processing, packing, and handling entities across more than 30 states and 14 countries, supporting a broad certification network and a community-oriented education platform. FOG’s recent activities include launching the Gaining New Ground Initiative with support from RAFI-USA, reflecting an ongoing expansion of its program offerings.