Certification
Global G.A.P
GLOBALGAP (formerly EurepGAP) is an initiative of several European supermarkets (including Tesco, Delhaize, Albert Heijn, Laurus and Schuitema). They have established basic guidelines for advancing good agricultural practices (GAP) for fresh fruit and vegetables. These are known as the GLOBALG.A.P. guidelines.
Golden standard
These European supermarkets impose the GLOBALG.A.P protocol as a basic standard with the aim of keeping consumer confidence with regard to food safety. The standard ensures harmonised regulations for the cultivation of products. After implementation, the grower has a system to demonstrate that its products have been produced responsibly. In addition to food safety, this international production standard for cultivation also pays attention to:
- Minimising environmental pollution;
- Reducing the use of plant production products;
- More efficient use of natural resources;
- Attention to employee health, safety, and wellbeing;
- Conservation and enhancement of nearby vegetation and wildlife.
source: QAssurance
