In the lush heart of the Byron Shire, two local businesses are showing how what they call a ‘values-led collaboration’ can nurture both people and the planet. Santos Organics and Synthesis Organics have joined forces in a powerful partnership grounded in sustainability, ethics, and community resilience.
For over four decades, Santos Organics has been a trusted local hub for organic, earth-friendly products nourishing the Northern Rivers while prioritising ethical sourcing and environmental stewardship. Every decision, from what’s on the shelves to how it’s packaged, is guided by a mission to create positive change.
Synthesis Organics, based in the Byron hinterland, shares this same ‘heart-led approach’. Their award-winning certified organic skincare and wellness range is crafted using biodynamic farming methods, certified organic botanicals, and energy activated formulations designed to support wellbeing and the Earth.
This year Synthesis was awarded the 2025 Climate Leadership Award at the Clean + Conscious Sustainability + Social Impact Awards, a new category dedicated to recognising trailblazing brands creating true, lasting change for people and planet.
This recognition celebrates their unwavering commitment to climate action, reducing emissions, and regenerating ecosystems. Their ethos of doing business with integrity, consciousness and care for the planet is shared wholeheartedly with Santos Organics.
The businesses say that their ‘alignment of values made the collaboration a natural step’. Through its Grow the Growers initiative, Santos Organics recently provided funding to help Synthesis cultivate their regenerative farm, expand their production capacity, and strengthen their supply of locally-grown botanicals.
‘By investing in Synthesis, we’re strengthening a circular local economy where resources, knowledge, and profits stay within the community,’ says Rob, General Manager at Santos Organics. ‘Localisation is key to building resilience – supporting the land, the people, and a thriving future.’
Thanks to this support, Synthesis has achieved full biodynamic and organic certification for their farm, launched their Earth Rising roadside stall and is now offering fresh produce to the local community.
Theme Rains, founder and formulator of Synthesis Organics, shares: ‘This partnership helped us bring our vision to life. It’s supported not just the growth of our farm, but the spirit of our work.’
As part of the collaboration, Santos Organics now proudly stocks Synthesis Organics products in-store at Mullumbimby and online. Customers can also enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on their first Synthesis purchase via a dedicated affiliate link on the Santos website.
Together, Santos and Synthesis are showing what’s possible when local businesses work in synergy – honouring nature, empowering community, and cultivating a resilient and sustainable future.
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