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Register your farm.

Register your interest in Certified Farmer-Owned certification. This is the first step, not the full application: a few basics so we know who you are. We are accepting registrations only for now. We review every submission, then connect registered farms with the independent Certification Body, once it is appointed, to walk you through the intake process.

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This is a first step, not a guarantee of certification.

—Applicant FAQ
Is this the full application?

No. This is a short first step, enough for us to know who you are and start the conversation. The real application (ownership documents, evidence you're an active farmer, and a signed declaration) is handled directly with an independent Certification Body once one is appointed. Until then, we are accepting registrations only.

What happens after I submit this form?

We review every submission and keep your registration on file. We are accepting registrations only for now. When the independent Certification Body is appointed, we connect registered farms with it to walk you through the intake process.

How long does the real application take?

The application is designed to take less than an hour. The Certification Body will handle the full application and review, and we will share the process and timing as soon as it is appointed.

Do I need my paperwork ready before I apply here?

No. This form doesn't ask for ownership documents or farmer evidence. The Certification Body will tell you exactly what's needed for your business type once it is appointed and you're connected.

Is there a cost to certify?

Registering your interest is free. Certification involves a one-time, non-refundable application fee, which is credited toward your first year's license fee if you are certified, and an annual license fee that scales with your business's revenue. Independent verification may carry its own cost. You will see every fee before you commit to anything, and fees are the same whether or not you have donated.

What if I'm not sure I qualify?

Register anyway, or email us at info@farmerownedproject.org first if you'd rather talk it through before submitting anything.