GLOBALG.A.P. delegation engages in fruitful discussions at the International Congress of Red Fruits in Huelva, Spain

GLOBALG.A.P. delegation engages in fruitful discussions at the International Congress of Red Fruits in Huelva, Spain 

On 20 June during International Congress of Red Fruits in Huelva, a delegation from GLOBALG.A.P. visited the southern Spanish region and Dr Nolan Quiros delivered a presentation to the congress attendees titled "Harvesting 'new' successes: GLOBALG.A.P. and its competitive advantages for Huelva berries".

[Huelva, Spain/Cologne, Germany, 20 June 2024] - The recent visit of a GLOBALG.A.P. delegation to the International Congress of Red Fruits Huelva, Spain, from 19-20 June 2024 marked a significant date in the agricultural certification landscape and served as a pivotal platform for industry stakeholders, including producers, exporters, suppliers, and service companies, to converge and exchange insights on the evolving Spanish red fruits sector. 

As part of the congress, Dr Nolan Quiros Senior Technical expert at GLOBALG.A.P., delivered a compelling presentation titled "Harvesting 'new' successes: GLOBALG.A.P. and its competitive advantages for Huelva berries." During the presentation Quiros emphasized the importance of voluntary standards such as the GLOBALG.A.P. Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) standard and the GRASP add-on in mitigating risks related to human rights and food safety non-conformities. Highlighting the regional red fruits landscape in Spain, Quiros underscored the shifting focus towards compliance with human and worker's rights, showcasing Huelva as a hub of competitiveness with a strong commitment to social and work aspects. The GRASP add-on was lauded for its role in supporting producers in adhering to local regulations and ILO core conventions, ensuring fair treatment and equal remuneration for all workers. 

In his closing remarks, Quiros commended Huelva for its resilience in addressing current challenges, attributing much of the success to the support of organizations like Freshuelva. He emphasized that certifications and assessments like GLOBALG.A.P. IFA and GRASP serve as more than mere verification documents; they are integral information systems for supply chains, driving transparency and accountability and fostering responsible agriculture practices.

The GLOBALG.A.P. delegation's participation at the International Congress of Red Fruits exemplifies a shared commitment to responsible agriculture practices and ethical standards within the industry. As the sector continues to evolve, collaborations and initiatives like these pave the way for a more responsible and resilient agricultural future.

From left to right: Nolan Quiros (Senior Technical Expert at GLOBALG.A.P.), Rafael Dominguez (Managing Director at Freshuelva), Ignacio Antequera (Director Sales & Stakeholder Relations at GLOBALG.A.P.), Leonie Fischer (Public Relations Manager at GLOBALG.A.P.)

About GLOBALG.A.P. 

GLOBALG.A.P. is a brand of smart farm assurance solutions developed by FoodPLUS GmbH in Cologne, Germany, with cooperation from producers, retailers, and other stakeholders across the food industry. These solutions include a range of standards for safe, socially and environmentally responsible farming practices. The most widely used GLOBALG.A.P. standard is IFA, applicable to fruit and vegetables, aquaculture, floriculture, and more. This standard also forms the basis for the GGN label – the consumer label for certified, responsible farming and transparency.

The GLOBALG.A.P. brand began its journey as EUREPGAP in 1997. Now, over twenty-five years later, more than 200,000 producers are under GLOBALG.A.P. certification in 132 countries. Nearly 150 team members around the world are dedicated to the mission of spreading responsible farming practices to ensure safe food for future generations. 

Press contact: Leonie Fischer – pressoffice@globalgap.org