What It Means to Be Sun+Earth Certified

At Sun+Earth Certified, we believe that the way cannabis is grown matters—not just for the quality of the product, but for the health of the planet, the well-being of farmers, and the future of our communities. Our certification is more than a label; it’s a commitment to regenerative farming, fair labor practices, and sustainability.

For donors and supporters like you, understanding what it means to be Sun+Earth Certified is key to appreciating the impact of your contributions. Here’s why our certification is so important and how it sets the highest standard in the cannabis industry.

The Sun+Earth Difference

Sun+Earth Certified farms are held to stringent guidelines that go beyond traditional organic standards. Our certification ensures that cannabis is grown:

• In the soil: No hydroponics or artificial growing mediums—just healthy, living soil that supports biodiversity and sequesters carbon.
• Under the sun: No energy-intensive indoor grows. Sun+Earth Certified farms harness the power of natural sunlight, reducing their carbon footprint.
• Without chemicals: No synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers are allowed, protecting the environment and the health of farmworkers and consumers.
• By fairly paid farmers and workers: We prioritize fair labor practices, ensuring that the people who cultivate and care for the land are treated with dignity and respect.

Why It’s Important

The cannabis industry is at a crossroads. As legalization spreads, large-scale industrial operations are moving in, bringing with them the harmful practices of chemical-intensive agriculture and energy-intensive indoor cultivation. These practices:

• Destroy topsoil and pollute water sources.
• Displace small family farmers, who are often unable to compete with corporate operations.
• Contribute to climate change, with indoor grows producing massive amounts of greenhouse gas emissions.

Sun+Earth Certified offers a better way forward. By supporting regenerative farming practices, we’re not only producing the highest-quality cannabis but also addressing critical environmental and social issues.

The Most Rigorous Certification in Cannabis

What truly sets Sun+Earth Certified apart is our commitment to in-person farm inspections. We are the only cannabis certifier that conducts on-site visits to ensure that farms meet our rigorous standards. These inspections are conducted by experts who evaluate everything from soil health to labor practices, ensuring that every certified farm is living up to the Sun+Earth promise.

This hands-on approach ensures transparency and accountability, giving consumers confidence that when they choose Sun+Earth Certified products, they’re supporting farms that truly care for the Earth and their communities.

The Impact of Your Support

By supporting Sun+Earth Certified, you’re helping to:

• Protect the planet: Regenerative farming practices restore soil health, sequester carbon, and reduce the environmental impact of cannabis cultivation.
• Empower small farmers: Certification helps small, family-owned farms compete in a market dominated by large corporations.
• Promote fair labor: Your support ensures that farmworkers are treated with respect and paid fairly for their work.
• Educate consumers: Certification provides a clear, trustworthy way for consumers to choose products that align with their values.

A Vision for the Future

Sun+Earth Certified is more than a certification—it’s a movement. We’re working to create a cannabis industry that prioritizes sustainability, equity, and community well-being. With your continued support, we can expand our reach, certify more farms, and inspire others to adopt regenerative practices.

Together, we can build a future where cannabis is grown in harmony with the Earth, by people who are treated with dignity, for the benefit of all.

Thank You for Supporting Sun+Earth Certified

Your contributions make this work possible. By supporting Sun+Earth Certified, you’re not just helping farmers—you’re helping to create a healthier planet and a more just cannabis industry.

To learn more about the farms we work with, visit our list of certified farm profiles.

Thank you for being part of this movement.

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