Demeter e.V.

Demeter Germany is part of the international Demeter movement, the world’s oldest organic certification organization, dedicated to biodynamic agriculture based on holistic and ecological principles. Headquartered in Darmstadt, the German association supports farms, processors, and food businesses committed to the biodynamic approach, which treats the farm as a living organism and integrates soil health, biodiversity, and cosmic rhythms into agricultural practice. Demeter certification standards are among the most stringent globally, encompassing requirements for soil fertility management, animal husbandry, the use of biodynamic preparations, and the exclusion of genetically modified organisms. The association works with farmers, processors, and retailers to develop sustainable food systems grounded in ecological and social responsibility. Demeter-certified products are widely recognized for their exceptional quality and environmental stewardship. In Germany, Demeter supports a growing network of biodynamic farms and food enterprises, providing certification services, training, and market development support. The association also engages in research and public education to raise awareness of biodynamic agriculture and its benefits for soil health, biodiversity, and climate resilience.