IP is a guideline for growing fruit and vegetables, a production method. In order to preserve the environment and sustainability, our fruit growers use all techniques, means of production and pesticides in such a way as to rationalize fertilization and reduce the application of synthetic chemicals to a minimum.
Some of our apples are grown using organic methods. This type of growing technique takes the whole agricultural ecosystem into consideration, exploits the soil’s natural fertility, encouraging it with limited intervention, fosters the biodiversity of the surrounding environment and excludes the use of synthetic products.
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VOG commercialises branded apples guaranteeing the highest quality standards.
The assortment ranges from the Südtiroler Apfel g.g.A.® and Marlene® brand names up to the sale of club apples: Pink Lady®, Kanzi®, Envy™ and others. Organically grown apples, namely Biosüdtirol® and Bio Marlene®, complete the offer.
One big advantage for VOG, for the fruit growers and for the consumer is the possibility of obtaining Group GLOBALG.A.P. accreditation. A strict and coherent system of quality management together with the collaboration of different organisations ensures that each grower complies with the requirements of the standard. The result: a system that works to perfection and which guarantees maximum product safety for the consumer.
The Quality Management System is based on ISO 9001:2008.
VOG is certified under ISO and all the cooperatives are certified under ISO IFS and BRC. More than 30 internal inspectors work for VOG and the member cooperatives.
Apples from South Tyrol - Südtirol are more than just a piece of unspoiled nature. They are the pride of an entire region. As a byword for health, unmistakable taste and unique pleasure, they meet best quality standards. Read more