Resources

There are a number of different certification systems in the world today covering a range of products and production methods. These systems provide information and assurances about a wide variety of product and service attributes. Examples of the range of activities that are certified today include:

* Food (organic)

* Electronics (UL)

* Marine products (Marine Stewardship Council)

* Management Systems (ISO)

* Medical (AMA)

* Accounting (CPA)

* Forests & Logging (SFI, FSC, CSA, Master Logger)

There is growing interest in the certification of other materials as well as forests, and recognition that the source of a material is at least as important to environmental considerations as the nature of the material itself. Dovetail is committed to promoting the wise use of all materials and providing information that allows individuals and organizations to make informed choices.

Forest Certification Programs

American Tree Farm System (ATFS)

Canadian Standards Association (CSA)

Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)

Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification schemes (PEFC)

Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)

Forest Certification Programs and Case Studies (click here)

Map of Minnesota's certified forests (click here)

Logger Certification Programs

Northeast Master Logger Certification Program

Minnesota Master Logger Certification Program

Master Logger Certification, California