The ongoing crisis in Ukraine is causing concern in the international community, and the
potential impact of this situation on GLOBALG.A.P. services and programs cannot be dismissed.
GLOBALG.A.P. and its members stand for democracy and partnership. Therefore, GLOBALG.A.P. strongly
condemns Russia's invasion of Ukraine as a clear violation of international law. Our organization
stands firmly with the Ukrainian people.
With respect to the many Russian citizens who share our opinion, and also considering that
there is currently no general embargo on Russia, we will refrain from withdrawing or suspending
already issued certificates or certification body activities in Russia.
We will continue to keep a close eye on developments, requirements, and EU sanctions, and
reserve the right to refuse future requests from Russian and Belarusian applicants to become
GLOBALG.A.P. approved certification bodies and from Russian and Belarusian entities to join the
GLOBALG.A.P. member community.
GLOBALG.A.P. stands with the certified Ukrainian producers, offering them the possibility to
activate the emergency procedure for certificate validity extension for a maximum period of six
months.
In addition, the certification bodies that are not able to conduct an on-site
inspection/audit due to the current official travel restrictions and state of emergency
circumstances (“force majeure”) in Ukraine, may conduct the inspection/audit remotely following the
GLOBALG.A.P. Remote Procedure. This was introduced as a response to the coronavirus crisis and has
been active since May 2020. The GLOBALG.A.P. Remote Procedure solution is applicable to the
majority of GLOBALG.A.P. standards and add-ons, with the exception of GFSI-recognized editions.
GLOBALG.A.P. will continue to communicate updates on this topic and remains available to
respond to questions or concerns.
In the meantime, we call for peace.

Update Ukraine
22 March 2022