RTRS Certified Soy

RTRS Certified Soy is a product certification issued by the Round Table on Responsible Soy Association (RTRS), a global multi-stakeholder organization that brings together producers, traders, processors, retailers, and civil society organizations across the soy value chain. The certification applies to soy, soy derivatives, and soy-based products, and covers both the physical flows of material and the associated sustainability claims made along the supply chain.

To earn certification, producers and supply chain operators must meet RTRS standards covering environmental responsibility, social conditions, and economic viability. This includes requirements related to land use, ecosystem protection, labor rights, and community relations. The standard is particularly relevant in major soy-producing regions such as Brazil, where deforestation and land conversion have been significant concerns.

This certification is relevant for agricultural producers, processors, traders, and energy sector companies — such as those using soy-based biofuels — that want to demonstrate a credible commitment to responsible sourcing. It is suited to organizations operating in or sourcing from Brazil and other key soy-producing regions who need to meet buyer, regulatory, or corporate sustainability requirements.