
BIO Hellas
BIO Hellas
Accredited organic certification for Greek and Bulgarian agricultural producers and food businesses
Key Strengths
- Accredited certification body operating under ISO/IEC Guide 65 for product certification
- Covers a wide range of organic sectors: plant production, animal husbandry, beekeeping, and food processing
- Recognized by both Greek and Bulgarian Ministries of Agriculture
- Offers certification against multiple private standards including BioSuisse, Demeter, KRAV, and Naturland
- Also provides food safety and integrated crop management certifications (ISO 22000, GLOBALG.A.P., IFS, BRC)
- Active member of the Greek organic agriculture promotion and research community
Ideal For
BIO Hellas certification is best suited for Greek and Bulgarian agricultural producers, processors, and food businesses seeking recognized organic certification for EU and international markets. It is particularly valuable for operators in plant production, animal husbandry, beekeeping, and food processing who need compliance with EU organic regulations and private standards such as BioSuisse, Demeter, KRAV, and Naturland.
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Overview
BIO Hellas is an accredited inspection and certification body for organic products, operating under ISO/IEC Guide 65 and recognized by the Ministries of Agriculture in both Greece and Bulgaria. It provides certification services across a broad range of sectors, including plant production, animal husbandry, beekeeping, and food processing, verifying compliance with EU organic regulations. The body is also approved to certify against several internationally recognized private standards, including BioSuisse, Demeter, KRAV, and Naturland.
The certification is best suited for agricultural producers, processors, and food businesses in Greece and Bulgaria that want to enter or expand in organic markets. Operators who achieve certification earn the right to use the BIO Hellas mark on their products, which signals compliance with organic standards to buyers and consumers. Certification can also support eligibility for EU organic farming subsidies and open doors to premium domestic and export markets.
Beyond organic certification, BIO Hellas offers inspection and certification services for food safety and crop management standards such as ISO 22000, GLOBALG.A.P., IFS, and BRC. The organization is also active in the research and promotion of organic agriculture in Greece, making it a relevant point of contact for businesses looking not just for compliance, but for broader engagement with the organic sector.
Requirements & Verification
Evidence Requirements
Conformity with BIO Hellas's standard is verified by our own organization (second party) following ISO / IEC Guide 65 Product Certification
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Assessment Process
Certification is conducted through on-site inspections carried out by BIO Hellas inspectors, following ISO/IEC Guide 65 product certification procedures. Inspectors review farm or facility records, conduct physical site visits, and verify compliance with the applicable organic standard (EU regulation and/or private standards such as BioSuisse, Demeter, KRAV, or Naturland). Documentation review and field/facility inspection are both required. Annual re-inspection is mandatory for certification maintenance.
Renewal & Compliance
Certified operators are subject to annual inspection and recertification to maintain their BIO Hellas certification, in accordance with EU organic regulation requirements and ISO/IEC Guide 65 procedures. Continued compliance with the relevant organic standard(s) must be demonstrated at each inspection cycle.
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Consider Alternatives If...
Businesses outside Greece and Bulgaria seeking broader international organic certification recognition may find larger global bodies (e.g., ECOCERT, Bureau Veritas) more suitable. Operators primarily targeting North American markets should consider USDA NOP-accredited certifiers with stronger US market presence.
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