Join the 4C System
Producers and Producer Organisations
Why get 4C certified?
Joining the 4C Certification System is a step toward sustainable farming, stronger market access, and long-term resilience. Certification supports producers in improving agricultural practices, protecting the environment, and creating better social and economic conditions for farming communities.
This page provides a comprehensive guide on
How to Register for 4C Certification
5 Steps to Get Certified
Get involved today to make a significant impact on both your community and the environment.
Producers and Producer Organisations
Key Benefits of 4C Certification
4C Certification promotes good agricultural and management practices that are both socially and environmentally responsible. By adhering to these practices, you contribute to the conservation of ecosystems and improve social conditions within your community.
4C helps producers implement improvement plans that systematically enhance performance across various sustainability dimensions, including environmental protection, social equity, and economic viability. These plans are tailored to meet specific needs and conditions, facilitating ongoing progress and compliance with international standards.
With a focus on inclusivity, 4C ensures that its certification system is accessible to all producers, including smallholders. Four out of five 4C coffee producers are smallholders, demonstrating the certification’s adaptability and support for small-scale farms.
Through capacity-building measures, 4C aids producers in improving their productivity and profitability. These initiatives include training in modern farming techniques, efficient resource management, and sustainability best practices.
4C provides integrated solutions specifically designed for smallholder producers, ensuring they achieve tangible and meaningful impacts on the ground. This approach addresses unique challenges faced by smallholders, helping them improve their farming operations and sustainability credentials.
Certification opens doors to new international coffee markets that value sustainability. Producers can gain access to premium markets and customers who are willing to pay more for products that are certified as sustainably sourced.
By adhering to 4C standards, producers contribute to better working and living conditions for themselves and their workers. This includes fair labor practices, improved health and safety standards, and a more equitable working environment.
4C Certification
Get Involved, Grow Stronger
Becoming a 4C certified producer strengthens your farm, community, and market position. With practical tools, training, and ongoing support, 4C empowers producers and organisations to thrive while protecting people and the planet.
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