OF&G chief executive steps down
21st August 2024
Roger Kerr, CEO of OF&G (Organic Farmers’ and Growers), has announced his resignation after a 10-year tenure leading the UK organic certification body.
Chairman of OF&G’s Board, Richard Thompson, expresses his thanks for Mr Kerr’s commitment to the organic sector and recognises his impact and influence.
“Roger has been instrumental in OF&G’s growth in stature and recognition as the organic certifier responsible for certifying over half of the UK’s overall organic land area,” he says.
“He has remained true to organic’s core principles, delivering high quality certification services while championing the sector and taking a pragmatic approach to protecting the interests of the organic farming community.
“As a highly respected figure within the wider agricultural industry, I’d personally like to express my gratitude for Roger’s hard work, leadership and accomplishments,” adds Mr Thompson.
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Roger Kerr speaking at the
National Organic Conference
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Mr Kerr is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and will remain in post until a successor is appointed.
He says; “I’m incredibly proud of what OF&G and all that the team has achieved, but now is the time for me to explore other personal business and consultancy opportunities. I am also looking forward to finding more time to spend with my family and grandchildren”.
“I would like to extend my thanks to my exceptional team and to the OF&G Board for their guidance and support.”
The Board is now seeking to appoint a successor.
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Notes to editors:
Issued by: Becky George, Pinstone e: b.george@pinstone.co.uk t: 01568 313 122
OF&G is one of the largest control bodies in the UK, certifying over 50% of UK organic land and operating across Great Britain and Northern Ireland, including the Channel Islands and Isle of Man.
OF&G has more than 40 years’ experience in the organic sector and is the longest established Defra-approved organic control body. The company’s headquarters are in Shrewsbury, Shropshire.