About QCS
QCS is the certification body of Florida Certified Organic Growers and Consumers Inc., a nonprofit organization that began certifying organic growers in 1987 and received its USDA accreditation in 2001.
QCS is a USDA, COR, EU and ANAB ISO/IEC 17065 accredited certification body that offers a wide array of certification options for farming of crops, livestock, aquaculture, animal feed manufacturing, packing, handling and processing and wild harvest operations. We’re proud of our diverse clients and services, but we’re most proud to offer affordable certification and an unwavering commitment to customer service.
As an industry leader with more than 35 years of experience in certification, QCS has clients in 39 states and 20 countries, meeting the needs of operations regardless of type, location, or size in the ever-expanding worldwide market.
Our staff includes food and agricultural scientists, educators, and regulators, all highly trained in US & international organic and food safety standards. We started around a kitchen table in Florida and over the years we have grown from our home state to have staff all over the United States. We also have subsidiary offices in Ecuador and the Dominican Republic. We also have multilingual staff available to assist our international clients.
Our mission is to provide a variety of quality certification/verification options that promote sustainability as well as enhance global market access from seed to shelf through partnerships, innovations and technology.
Why QCS?
QCS is your advocate and supporter as you certify your agricultural operation. Here are a few reasons why we believe you’ll prefer to partner with us.
With more than 35 years of experience, our integrity and commitment to customer service make us a natural choice as you pursue certification.
Our highly trained staff includes food and agricultural scientists, educators, and regulators. We have multilingual staff available to assist our international clients.
Certification is more affordable than you think, and it’s the gateway to cementing your agricultural operation as a trusted entity. Contact us today to find out more about our rates and services.
QCS was one of the first certifiers officially approved by the USDA. We are now the largest certifier on the eastern seaboard.
QCS has clients in 39 states and 20 countries. Our home office is in Florida, and QCS has additional locations in Ecuador and the Dominican Republic.
QCS offers a variety of accredited organic, food safety, and ethical certifications. Options include certification in areas like:
- Farming
- Livestock
- Aquaculture
- Compound animal feed
- Packing
- Handling
- Processing
- Wild harvesting
- Brokering, Trading, Exporting
Have Questions?
We’re here to make your certification goals a reality. Please reach out with any questions or concerns. We’d love to hear from you!
Send us an email to qcs@qcsinfo.org with any questions. Or, give us a call at (352) 377-0133.