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About GLOBALG.A.P.

Focus groups and working groups

Focus groups and working groups support the innovation of GLOBALG.A.P. smart farm assurance solutions by providing sector-specific insights and problem-solving expertise on concentrated topics. Assembled by the Technical Advisory Committee as required, these groups are composed of both GLOBALG.A.P. Community Members and unaffiliated industry experts.

Expertise driving innovation

What are focus groups and working groups?

Focus groups and working groups are assembled on an ad-hoc basis to provide targeted input on areas of interest to the GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat. This usually consists of feedback on the development or revision of GLOBALG.A.P. standards and add-ons, as seen through the lens of the specific focus group topic. Made up of experts from a variety of backgrounds, focus group members are passionate about representing their sector and supporting positive change with their industry-specific insights.

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How are focus groups and working groups structured?

Participation is open to anyone with industry expertise in the focus group’s relevant field. While it is not restricted to GLOBALG.A.P. Community Members, at least one member from the producer/supplier and one member from retail/food service categories are always included. A representative from the GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat is also assigned to each group.

Each group works without a fixed term, as the duration is determined by the nature of the topic. It is up to each group to determine how many meetings are necessary. They are always open to new members, and participation is voluntary/free of charge. Group members are required to disclose any potential or current conflicts of interest to the GLOBALG.A.P. Advisory Board for consideration, which will agree upon a resolution if required.

What are the responsibilities of focus groups?

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Reviewing drafts

of new or revised standards and add-ons and providing feedback in their area of expertise

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Providing topic- and/or sector-specific input

to the Technical Advisory Committee and/or working groups

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Meeting at regular intervals

to discuss urgent issues, trends, or challenges affecting the industry as a whole

Contribute your know-how today

Why join a focus group?

Designed by the industry, for the industry, GLOBALG.A.P. certification is the farm assurance of choice for almost 200,000 producers around the world. Without the vital input of technical experts and our stakeholders, GLOBALG.A.P. smart farm assurance solutions could never be as practical and far-reaching as they are today.

What are the benefits?

  • Have a direct impact on GLOBALG.A.P. smart farm assurance solutions

  • Contribute to smart, flexible, fit-for-purpose solutions

  • Offer insight and expertise to ensure your sector is adequately represented

  • Collaborate with leading decision-makers to build synergies

  • Be at the forefront of change and innovation within the sector

Contact us to join the conversation today and help shape the future of our industry!

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Five steps to joining a focus group

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GLOBALG.A.P. Community Membership

Looking for other ways to support and shape the GLOBALG.A.P. portfolio of smart farm assurance solutions?

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Active focus groups and working groups

There are currently three active focus/working groups covering the topics of environmental sustainability, flowers and ornamentals, and compound feed manufacturing. Click on the corresponding tab to learn more.

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Latest news

Visit us at Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid, Spain from 30 September to 2 October at booth 8A23

22 August 2025

Fruit Attraction 2025: AGRAYA unites GLOBALG.A.P. and the GGN label in Madrid

From 30 September to 2 October 2025, the Fruit Attraction trade fair in Madrid, Spain will be the stage for the next step in our journey.

Plants
Fruit and vegetables
Add-ons to core solutions
Core solutions
Primary solutions
Traceability
Environment
Food safety
Workers’ well-being
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22 August 2025

Celebrating the first GLOBALG.A.P. TOUR stop in Costa Rica

From 31 July–1 August 2025, more than 130 participants attended the capacity-building event hosted in partnership with TSI Life Science-Eurofins.

Plants
Add-ons to core solutions
Core solutions
Primary solutions
Workers’ well-being
Traceability
Environment
Food safety
Capacity building

Upcoming events

16 Sep - 16 Sep

2025

AIPH International Horticultural Industry Conference 2025

Location: Ghent, Belgium
Event type: Trade fair, Panel discussion
Event format: On-site

Plants
Flowers and ornamentals
Plant propagation material
Core solutions
Add-ons to core solutions
Traceability
Environment

23 Sep - 25 Sep

2025

GLOBALG.A.P. TOUR stop Kenya 2025

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Event type: GLOBALG.A.P. TOUR stop
Event format: On-site

Plants
Aquaculture
Core solutions
Primary solutions
Add-ons to core solutions
Fruit and vegetables
Flowers and ornamentals
Combinable crops
Plant propagation material
Animal health and welfare
Environment
Food safety
Traceability
Workers’ well-being
Capacity building

FAQ

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Contact us

For questions about the focus groups, please contact us at committees@globalgap.org.