FERNMARK FOR
THE
HONEY
SECTOR
THE FERNMARK LICENCE PROGRAMME
The FernMark Licence Programme is a government-backed country-of-origin accreditation programme, designed to promote and protect Aotearoa New Zealand’s products and services on a global scale.
The FernMark logo is recognised by people around the world as a unique and trusted symbol of provenance and authenticity. For New Zealand Mānuka honey producers, it provides a level of consumer assurance and promotes the New Zealand Mānuka brand.
The FernMark complements other honey grading certification standards by providing a government-backed stamp of authenticity. It guarantees Mānuka honey products are 100% of New Zealand.
WHY JOIN?
Now is a critical time to support and protect New Zealand’s beekeeping industry. It is our opportunity to share the story of New Zealand Mānuka honey with the world.
The unique properties of New Zealand Mānuka honey are strong selling points internationally. The FernMark provides an instantly recognisable connection to New Zealand and plays an important role in protecting the integrity of New Zealand Mānuka honey globally.
Distinguish New Zealand Mānuka in international markets, promoting trust and authenticity.
Differentiate New Zealand Mānuka products from Australian competitors.
Enhance consumer confidence in your products with government-backed accreditation.
Utilise QR code verification to allow international consumers to instantly verify your FernMark status.
Benefit from trademark protection in 34 international jurisdictions.
SEE WHY OTHER HONEY COMPANIES ARE JOINING THE FERNMARK LICENCE PROGRAMME HERE
WHO'S ELIGIBLE?
The FernMark Licence Programme is open to New Zealand honey producers and businesses who are focused on international markets, committed to telling their New Zealand provenance story.
To qualify for a FernMark Licence, honey businesses must meet the following criteria:
Be GST registered in New Zealand.
Be compliant with all New Zealand laws and relevant regulations (including food safety laws).
Be of good character and repute.
Have a substantial level of New Zealand ownership, governance and full-time employees.
Have been exporting for a minimum of 12 months, and
Own or control the products and brands it is applying for.
Each honey product must also:
Be made and processed in New Zealand from New Zealand sourced honey, and
Meet the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) ‘Mānuka Honey Science Definition’ if the product is Mānuka honey.
ANNUAL LICENCE FEES
A FernMark Licence is valid for three years and may be renewed every three years. The licence fee is invoiced annually and based on five tiers that relate to the overall annual revenue of your business. The licence fee covers our Licensees for an unlimited number of approved products or services you wish to carry the FernMark. You can apply to have additional products and services approved at any time during the licence term, at no extra cost.
All licence fees are used to cover the costs of the Programme, including the promotion and protection of the brand equity associated with the FernMark trade mark.
tier 1
$800
+GST
/YEAR
Applies to a business with a total annual revenue of less than $2 million.
tier 2
$1,600
+GST
/YEAR
Applies to a business with a total annual revenue between $2 million and $10 million.
tier 3
$3,200
+GST
/YEAR
Applies to a business with a total annual revenue between $10 million and $20 million.
tier 4
$7,500
+GST
/YEAR
Applies to a business with a total annual revenue between $20 million and $100 million
tier 5
$10,000
+GST
/YEAR
Applies to a business with a total annual revenue of more than $100 million.
To find out how FernMark can support your business, book a call or apply now.
Apply Now
20 MIN ONLINE APPLICATION
It's free to apply. Fee payment is only required once
your application is approved and your Licence has been issued.