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Chapter 5
                GLOBALG.A.P. Overview

      GLOBALG.A.P.  is  an  internationally  recognized
      GFSI  standard  for  farm  production.  The  goal  is
      safe  and  sustainable  agriculture  production  to
      benefit farmers,  retailers and consumers throughout
      the world. It is the  world’s  leading  farm  assurance
      program  translating  consumer  requirements  into
      Good  Agricultural  Practice  in  more  than  136
      countries.

      Being certified to GLOBALG.A.P. allows consumers
      and  retailers  t o   know  that  your  business  has
      Good Agricultural Practices in place to ensure food
      safety  and  quality.  It  signifies  food  has  been
      produced  sustainably  considering  the  health  and
      safety  of  workers,  the  impact  on  the  environment
      and  animal  welfare.

      Benefits  of  GLOBALG.A.P.  certification  include:

      •  Reduced food safety risks
      •  Improved efficiency of farm management
      •  Improved compliance with regulatory food
         safety
      •  Improved employee satisfaction
      •  Reduced negative impact on the environment



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