Agriculture & Sustainability
KS 1758
Kenya Standard — Fresh fruit and vegetables
What is it?
KS 1758 is a Kenya Bureau of Standards code of practice for fresh fruit and vegetables, covering hygiene, handling and quality from production through to the point of sale.
Who needs it?
Growers, packers and traders of fresh produce supplying the Kenyan and regional market.
Why certify?
Certification supports compliance with national quality requirements and builds buyer confidence in local supply chains.
Certification process
- 01
Apply
Submit your application and confirm the scope of certification with our team.
- 02
Review
We review your application and agree audit scope, timing and cost.
- 03
Audit
An independent auditor assesses your site or system against the standard.
- 04
Corrective action
Any nonconformities identified are closed out before a decision is made.
- 05
Certification decision
An independent reviewer, separate from the audit team, makes the decision.
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Maintain certification
Surveillance audits keep your certificate valid on an ongoing basis.
Apply for KS 1758 certification
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