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Technical news – Core solutions entries
On this page you can find key entries and excerpts from the GLOBALG.A.P. technical newsletter that relate to our core solutions, excluding Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA). Technical newsletter entries relating to IFA can be found on a separate page.
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Chain of Custody: Technical news
We would like to inform you that CBs auditing against CoC v6.1 shall seek to become CoC accredited according to ISO/IEC 17065 and can use the accreditation mark on the CoC certificate they issue.
CBs auditing against CoC through BRCGS, CoC through IFS or CoC through QS is not mandatory to be CoC accredited to ISO/IEC 17065, and they cannot use the accreditation mark on the GLOBALG.A.P. CoC certificates they issue.
View this technical news edition in fullCompound Feed Manufacturing: Technical news
News items from technical news editions published in Q4 2023 and beyond are published here. Please check the document center for technical news editions published prior to this.
Produce Handling Assurance: Technical news
News items from technical news editions published in Q4 2023 and beyond are published here. Please check the document center for technical news editions published prior to this.
Harmonized Produce Safety Standard: Technical news
News items from technical news editions published in Q4 2023 and beyond are published here. Please check the document center for technical news editions published prior to this.
Crops for Processing: Technical news
News items from technical news editions published in Q4 2023 and beyond are published here. Please check the document center for technical news editions published prior to this.
TR4 Biosecurity Standard: Technical news
News items from technical news editions published in Q4 2023 and beyond are published here. Please check the document center for technical news editions published prior to this.
Latest news
25 June 2024
GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024: Latest updates
Anticipation for the GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024 (10–12 September in Warsaw, Poland) is building and we're delighted to share the latest updates with you: Exclusive warm-up webinar, latest agenda announcements, and deadline for Early Bird tickets
25 June 2024
New discussion platform for national technical working groups
19 June marked the beginning of regular quarterly discussions for our national technical working groups (NTWGs). The two-way conversations are designed to provide updates and learn from the participants' unique challenges and experiences.
20 June 2024
2023 Integrity Report is out now!
Find out about the activities of the GLOBALG.A.P. Integrity Program in our report - published annually.
20 June 2024
GLOBALG.A.P. delegation engages in fruitful discussions at the International Congress of Red Fruits in Huelva, Spain
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”
05 June 2024
Webinar series: People, planet, prosperity
GLOBALG.A.P. North America will host a free three-part mini-series of webinars to explore the benefits that farmers can gain from proper implementation of good agricultural practices and responsible farming methods.
28 May 2024
GLOBALG.A.P. panel discussion spotlighted responsible farming for biodiversity preservation
GLOBALG.A.P. saw encouraging participation at a live panel discussion held in celebration of the United Nations International Day of Biological Diversity.
27 May 2024
Developing the new environmental sustainability solution: Where are we now?
As we enter the second round of public consultation for our new environmental sustainability solution, find out where we are in the development process and what to expect from the new solution.
27 May 2024
Coming up: Exclusive GRASP webinars co-presented by the International Labor Organization
Join us for three insightful webinars on the topic of forced labor in agricultural supply chains and the GRASP add-on. Hosted by GLOBALG.A.P. expert Nolan Quiros and ILO representative
24 May 2024
International Day of Biological Diversity panel discussion
On 24 May 2024, GLOBALG.A.P. c/o FoodPLUS GmbH hosted a virtual panel discussion in honor of the United Nations International Day of Biological Diversity. Find out what the panelists had to say.
23 May 2024
Looking back at Seafood Expo Global 2024
As one of the key players in the aquaculture certification sphere, GLOBALG.A.P. visited Seafood Expo Global once again to foster connections and drive conversations on responsible supply chains, transparency, and industry trends.
29 April 2024
New fee tables now available
The revised GLOBALG.A.P. fee tables, including the version for North America, were published on 29 April 2024. The new fee structure, as outlined in the documents, will be effective as of 1 August 2024.
29 April 2024
Coming up: Celebrating the UN International Day of Biological Diversity with a virtual panel discussion
On 24 May 2024, GLOBALG.A.P. c/o FoodPLUS GmbH will host a live online panel discussion in celebration of the United Nations International Day of Biological Diversity. Learn more about the topics, guest speakers, and how to tune in.
29 April 2024
GLOBALG.A.P. hosts panel discussion on responsible aquaculture supply chains at Seafood Expo Global 2024
On the afternoon of April 23, GLOBALG.A.P. c/o FoodPLUS GmbH brought together representatives from across the aquaculture sector to discuss the latest trends and developments currently evolving in Europe.
29 April 2024
Looking back at the 2024 GLOBALG.A.P. TOUR Stop in Paarl, South Africa
The latest GLOBALG.A.P. TOUR stop, held 16–17 April, welcomed 128 participants to explore the theme of "Embracing responsible solutions”.
11 April 2024
New GLOBALG.A.P. webinar series: A guide to IFA v6 transition
Hosted by GLOBALG.A.P. experts, our latest free webinar series is designed to help producers transition seamlessly to IFA version 6 for flowers and ornamentals, fruit and vegetables, and aquaculture. Find your webinar today!
26 March 2024
NSF Certification UK Ltd awards the first IFA v6 Smart certificate
Italian fruit producer Roberto Faillace is the first to receive a certificate for IFA v6 Smart. Learn more about his experience transitioning to the latest version of GLOBALG.A.P.’s flagship standard.
26 March 2024
Don’t miss our upcoming panel discussion: Exploring responsible aquaculture supply chains
Join us at Seafood Expo Global 2024 for an engaging panel discussion on the topic of evolving transparency requirements in aquaculture supply chains. 2 p.m., Tuesday 23 April, Conference Center 5, Conference Room CC 5.2, Fira Barcelona.
26 March 2024
GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024: Changemaker Awards
We are excited to announce the launch of a new initiative to celebrate global stakeholders who foster positive change in the world of farming: The Changemaker Awards. The submission period opens on 10 April 2024. Learn more about how to apply.
26 March 2024
Exploring Fish International 2024
Read about our experience at Fish International 2024, the biennial German trade fair for the fish and seafood sector held in Bremen. As usual, the GLOBALG.A.P. and GGN label brands shared an exhibition booth and our experts enjoyed meeting you there.
25 March 2024
Changemaker Awards 2024 launches
In September 2024, FoodPLUS GmbH (GLOBALG.A.P. and the GGN label) will launch the first annual Changemaker Awards at the GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024 to celebrate those fostering positive change in the world of farming.
27 February 2024
Join us at SUMMIT 2024: Early Bird tickets now on sale!
For the first time since 2018 in Peru, the SUMMIT event will return in September 2024 in Warsaw, Poland, to explore the latest developments in food safety and sustainability, as well as the future of the industry.
27 February 2024
Launch of new educational video series on risk assessments
The free e-learning tool, launched in February 2024, aims to support producers and trainers in understanding on-farm risk assessments.
26 February 2024
An impactful Fruit Logistica 2024
Fruit Logistica 2024 provided the stage for tens of thousands of individuals from across the fresh produce supply chain to connect, network, and discover the latest developments and innovations in the industry.
26 February 2024
Leading farm management software provider Farmable becomes GLOBALG.A.P. Community Member
Cutting-edge farm management software provider Farmable is now a GLOBALG.A.P. Community Member. Explore their role in shaping a sustainable future for global farming.
19 February 2024
IPM Essen 2024 highlights
Discover how GLOBALG.A.P. and GGN label brands shone at IPM Essen 2024, showcasing innovative solutions, fostering sustainability discussions, and presenting the International Grower of the Year award.
08 February 2024
GLOBALG.A.P. panel discussion tackles critical topic of responsible water management at Berlin’s Fruit Logistica 2024
GLOBALG.A.P. c/o FoodPLUS held a panel discussion at Fruit Logistica featuring various industry experts to share cross-sector perspectives on the current challenges and solutions in farm level responsible water management.
22 January 2024
Panel discussion to address responsible water management during Fruit Logistica 2024
Don’t miss our new-format panel discussion at Fruit Logistica 2024, where diverse stakeholders address the topic of responsible water management in high water risk regions. 3pm, Thursday 8 February, Hub 27, Level Beta, Room Beta 6.
22 January 2024
First national interpretation guideline for aquaculture standard developed by Colombian working group
The Colombian National Technical Working Group published the first national interpretation guideline for Integrated Farm Assurance version 6 for aquaculture in December 2023.
22 January 2024
New FSMA PSR add-on v2 now available
Version 2 of the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule add-on for fruit and vegetable producers supplying the US market was launched on 1 January 2024.
19 January 2024
IFA v5 to v6 transition tool now available for flowers and ornamentals
The free-of-charge transition tool is designed to help floriculture producers transition from IFA v5 to IFA v6.
18 December 2023
First Latin American banana imports covered by Produce Handling Assurance certification
Equifruit, North America's leading certified banana importer, recently worked with Ecuadorian producer Asoguabo to be the first operation outside of the US with PHA certification.
12 December 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. portfolio updates for January 2024
As the year comes to a close, 2023 marks another step forward in GLOBALG.A.P.’s smart farm assurance solutions journey.
12 December 2023
Continuous improvement in sustainability matters – Launch of the IDA add-on for additional sectors
On 13 November, in another move towards more sustainable farming practices, the GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat unveiled the latest version of its Impact-Driven Approach to Sustainability (IDA) add-on.
29 November 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat and Paripassu hold successful TOUR stop in Brazil
October’s two-day TOUR stop Brazil saw 250 agriculture sector producers, retailers, and service providers in attendance to discuss their experiences with GLOBALG.A.P. standards.
29 November 2023
New environmental sustainability solution goes through first round of public consultation
The GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat held the first round of public consultation on the new environmental sustainability solution, marking a crucial step in the development of the upcoming solution through stakeholder collaboration.
13 November 2023
Applicability of GRASP v2 extended and transition period for new fees
The GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat communicates two key decisions to support the transition to IFA v6 for all stakeholders.
02 November 2023
Free webinars support the industry’s transition to Integrated Farm Assurance version 6
We are delighted to announce a series of free webinars aimed at guiding stakeholders through the adoption of the new standard.
31 October 2023
New GLOBALG.A.P. website now live - another step into the smart era
The GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat announces its new website and details the smart features.
25 October 2023
The GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat responds to the crisis in the Middle East
The GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat stands with producers with certified production processes in Israel, the Golan Heights, the West Bank, Lebanon, and Palestinian territories and is offering them the possibility to activate the emergency procedure.
20 September 2023
New SPRING add-on v2 for responsible water management available now
The updated SPRING add-on version 2 was launched on 5 September 2023 with recognition from both the WWF Spain and the SIFAV.
12 September 2023
International Accreditation Forum recognizes PHA standard
The International Accreditation Forum has accepted the GLOBALG.A.P. Produce Handling Assurance (PHA) standard under its Multilateral Recognition Agreement.
07 September 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat publishes revised SPRING v2 for responsible water management
Version 2 of the SPRING add-on furthers the GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat’s commitment to environmental sustainability by supporting responsible on farm water use.
26 August 2023
New TR4 Biosecurity Standard now available
Banana and plantain producers can now secure the future viability of their crops with a new GLOBALG.A.P. solution: the TR4 Biosecurity Standard.
26 August 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. meets with Italian apple producers and NTWG
GLOBALG.A.P. senior management visited the Italian region of Trentino-South Tyrol to attend a meeting hosted by the association of Italian apple producers.
15 August 2023
New Integrated Farm Assurance version 6 transition tools for seamless certification
Three new transition tools are now available to support producers in their transition to the newest version of the flagship GLOBALG.A.P. standard, IFA version 6
31 July 2023
Upcoming public consultations for plant propagation material and combinable crops
The GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat will soon be opening the hosting of the second public consultation period for the product categories plant propagation material.
31 July 2023
Mexican producer achieves first IFA v 6 GFS certification in the Americas
In May 2023, Contreras Avocados y Ganado S.P.R. de R.L. de C.V. received certification to the GLOBALG.A.P. Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 GFS for fruit and vegetables.
19 July 2023
US Food and Drug Administration recognizes alignment of GLOBALG.A.P. standard with the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule
The GLOBALG.A.P. Integrated Farm Assurance standard v 5.4-1-GFS, plus the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule (PSR) add-on, is now officially recognized by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be in alignment with the PSR.
29 June 2023
Water challenges and how to tackle them with the GLOBALG.A.P. SPRING add-on
Our solution, the Sustainable Program for Irrigation and Groundwater Use (SPRING), is a farm-level add-on that helps producers, retailers, and traders demonstrate their commitment to responsible and sustainable water management.
01 June 2023
Success story: first localg.a.p. PFA compliant farms in Peru
Today’s localg.a.p. success is the result of active collaboration between multiple stakeholders who are all intent on bringing safe food to Peruvian consumers.
31 May 2023
GGFSA: new version reflects updates in IFA v6 and FSA 3.0
Version 3.0 of our GGFSA add-on has undergone some important changes in this latest update that is scheduled for release on 1 May.
02 May 2023
Setup of Environmental Sustainability Working Group
The main task of the ESWG will be to develop an environmental sustainability solution in the form of an add-on or stand-alone standard, to be launched in 2025.
02 May 2023
AEON introduces cross-category GGN label on select fruit and vegetables in Japan
AEON rolled out the first products with the cross-category GGN label today in AEON, AEON Style, and Daiei supermarkets in the Kantō and Kinki regions of Japan.
02 May 2023
First Turkmen farm achieves GLOBALG.A.P. certification – more expected
TCA is a program operated by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to encourage economic growth in Central Asia by improving trade.
27 April 2023
Dole achieves GRASP certification on Philippine banana farms
Dole’s commitment to the wellbeing of their farm employees is raising the bar for other producers in the industry and in the region.
26 April 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. presented important social and environmental issues at Seafood Expo Global 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. experts and stakeholders hosted an information booth and a press conference at this year’s Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona.
17 April 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. secures a continuity option for the IFA livestock scope
GLOBALG.A.P. has been working to identify a certification scheme to support livestock stakeholders during the transition process.
31 March 2023
Leading Jordanian poultry farm achieves GLOBALG.A.P. certification
The National Poultry Company became the first and only poultry producer in Jordan and in the MENA region to achieve GLOBALG.A.P. certification.
28 February 2023
Samunnati: new Community Member from India
GLOBALG.A.P. recently welcomed India-based Samunnati as a new Community Member.
09 February 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. presents new sustainability solutions at Fruit Logistica 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. experts at Fruit Logistica presented the company’s updated farm assurance products for the fresh produce industry.
31 January 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. tools featured in human rights due diligence workshop
Risk Assessment on Social Practice (GRASP) add-on and the Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) standard were highlighted in a webinar held on 17 January.
24 January 2023
GLOBALG.A.P. presented new sustainable solutions at IPM ESSEN
Experts from GLOBALG.A.P. presented a comprehensive range of new sustainable solutions for the floriculture sector at the horticulture trade fair IPM ESSEN.
20 December 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. in 2022: the year in review
Amidst the resulting shortages in European supermarkets, GLOBALG.A.P. has been spreading the message that every generation has the right to safe food.
20 December 2022
Dutch government places its confidence in IFA certification
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) recently recognized GLOBALG.A.P.’s IFA standard as a trusted farm assurance scheme.
15 December 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. officially recognized by Dutch government‘s Consumer Product Safety Authority
The NVWA recently recognized GLOBALG.A.P.’s Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) standard as a trusted farm assurance system.
15 December 2022
DUTCH - GLOBALG.A.P. officially recognized by Dutch government‘s Consumer Product Safety Authority (dutch version)
The NVWA recently recognized GLOBALG.A.P.’s Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) standard as a trusted farm assurance system.
13 December 2022
Expansion of GLOBALG.A.P.’s farm-level social management tool GRASP in Asia
Following the successful implementation of the GLOBALG.A.P. GRASP in numerous countries across Asia, the first GRASP assessment has taken place in Japan.
30 November 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. showcased floriculture solutions at Royal FloraHolland’s Trade Fair Aalsmeer
Trade Fair Aalsmeer is a Royal FloraHolland initiative that brings the floriculture sector together every year to showcase the latest trends and innovations.
29 November 2022
New labeling opportunity for potted fruit and vegetable plants
Since the launch of the new GGN logo and the introduction of the agriculture scope in April 2021, the GGN label has continued to grow.
09 November 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. to showcase floriculture solutions at royal FloraHolland’s Trade Fair Aalsmeer
The new GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 for flowers and ornamentals is a smarter, streamlined, and more intuitive standard dedicated to the floriculture sector.
08 November 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. statement on GAP Research Institute’s Common GAP Mark
GLOBALG.A.P. wishes to clarify that the Common GAP Mark is not a joint initiative, and that the GAP Research Institute is not a GLOBALG.A.P. Community Member.
27 October 2022
Ecuador’s Floral Chain Group achieves GRASP assessment
Floral Chain Group, an integrated network of innovative companies in the floriculture sector, comprises more than 700 direct collaborators in Ecuador alone.
27 October 2022
Improving supply chain sustainability with the new GLOBALG.A.P. Community Member Consentio
Consentio is the digital solution that employs tech intelligence to streamline interactions between clients and suppliers in the fresh produce sector.
05 October 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. engages with the Spanish market at Fruit Attraction 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. provided the agriculture industry with a news update at Fruit Attraction at IFEMA MADRID.
29 September 2022
New GLOBALG.A.P. trademarks policy document takes effect
In order to ensure that the GLOBALG.A.P. trademarks are not misused or misrepresented, and thereby protect brand integrity, the new policy was introduced.
31 August 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. Registered Trainer supports the export of new superfood in Zimbabwe
With their firsthand knowledge of the GLOBALG.A.P. system, Registered Trainers play a major role in promoting responsible farming practices.
31 August 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. at Fruit Attraction once more
With over 90,000 visitors expected this year, Fruit Attraction is one of the biggest dates in the calendar for those in the fruit and vegetables trade.
28 July 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. on Speakers' Corner panel at IPM Summer Edition
After a two-year absence, the world’s leading horticultural trade fair returned and the industry’s wish to meet on site was realized at the IPM Summer Edition.
30 June 2022
GGN label awarded top quality rating for sustainable aquaculture
Milieu Centraal, an independent Dutch educational sustainability foundation, has awarded the GGN label the highest classification of “top quality label.”
30 June 2022
Namibian government welcomes GLOBALG.A.P. standards
GLOBALG.A.P. and the Namibian Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform discussed the topics of food security and reducing import dependence.
30 June 2022
Farm assurance training meets digitalization
To complement the increasing shift towards online learning, the farm visit element has now been successfully adapted for online trainings.
31 May 2022
GLOBALG.A.P. welcomes new Community Member Çukurova Technopark Inc.
Çukurova Technopark has prioritized the promotion of certification and analysis services and hopes to become an influential voice in Turkey’s farming sector.
31 May 2022
We are hailing a new era - GLOBALG.A.P. IFA standard for aquaculture v6
The responsible members of the GLOBALG.A.P. Secretariat published the new version 6 of the IFA standard for aquaculture at the end of April this year.
16 April 2022
Smart farm assurance solutions webinar series
Thank you for joining a “Smart Farm Assurance Solutions” webinar hosted by GLOBALG.A.P. technical experts. We hope you found it informative!
27 January 2021
Your comments requested: new version 6 topics open for public consultation
As the new year begins, GLOBALG.A.P. is doubling down on its efforts to consult as many stakeholders as possible on the revision of GLOBALG.A.P. standards.
22 December 2020
Second public consultation phase opens for food safety version 6 draft – December 15 to January 31, 2021
GLOBALG.A.P. has released a new working draft of the Food Safety Module for version 6. The document will be open for public comment until January 31, 2021.
29 June 2020
A good start to the world consultation tour
Through the WCT, GLOBALG.A.P. has created a space for continuous feedback and exchange – far almost 50 meetings have been conducted in 8 different languages.
14 May 2020
GLOBALG.A.P. begins world consultation tour for standard revision version 6
The World Consultation Tour will begin at the end of May. It offers a unique opportunity to network with experts from the industry.
26 March 2019
Avocado farm becomes trailblazer in reduction of rural poverty
Founded in 1962, Grupo Agricola Cuadra is a key part of local heritage in rural Mexico through success as a responsible avocado producer.
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