
Date: August 25, 2025 / Author: Organic Garden / Click:
Organic Garden Earns New Zealand's Prestigious FernMark Certification (August 2025)
In August 2025, Organic Garden achieved a significant milestone by receiving New Zealand's official FernMark Certification (Silver Fern Certification), the government's highest quality endorsement for products representing New Zealand's values and standards on the global stage.
The FernMark License, administered by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), is only granted to companies that meet six strict criteria:
✓ be GST registered in New Zealand
✓ be compliant with all New Zealand laws and relevant regulations
✓ be of good character and repute
✓ have a substantial level of New Zealand ownership, governance and full timeemployees
✓ have been exporting for a minimum of 12 monthsown or control the products and brands it is applying for.
This certification embodies three core New Zealand values:
·Guardianship (Kaitiaki): Protecting nature and health for future generations
·Integrity: Transparent production and scientific evidence
·Innovation: Technology-driven industry standards
The certification recognizes Organic Garden's commitment to quality across several areas:
·Utilizing local ingredients like New Zealand kiwi extract and Irish red algae calcium
·Formulas verified by University of Auckland pediatric experts
·Partnerships with New Zealand biotech giants like Quantec for patented IDP® technology to enhance lactoferrin bioavailability
·Compliance with international certifications including Australian TGA, GMP, and SGS
This prestigious certification allows global consumers to verify Organic Garden's authentic New Zealand origin through the official FernMark website (www.fernmark.nzstory.govt.nz/licensees) by entering "Organic Garden" or certification number 101157.