GLOBALG.A.P is an organization that represents an overall set of comprehensive smart farm assurance solutions that certify agriculture, aquaculture and floriculture. The solutions certify products that are safe to export. The certifications also help farmers employ safer and more environmentally responsible practices in over 135 countries around the world, including Thailand.
The importance of food safety and quality assurance is more crucial than ever in the ever-expanding global food trade. The GLOBALG.A.P standard uses a network of more than 430 community member organizations across the world’s food chains to improve the standards of fruit and vegetables and help ensure the health of global consumers.
These organizations equip food producers with experience and practical knowledge in responsible farming practices within specific areas of farming that enable producers to obtain certification for the exportation of their crops. In turn, the certification process also helps farmers introduce good farming practices that benefit the producers and the environment.
What is GLOBALG.A.P. Certification for Imported Fruits?
GLOBALG.A.P certification begins with a Smart Checklist Builder built on a series of questions relating to the type of food production or supply chain operations of the farmer or food producer. Once the questionnaire has been completed and submitted, the applicant receives recommendations for relevant GLOBALG.A.P standards and add-on practices tailored to align with and enhance the producer’s existing practices.
IFA certification under the GLOBALG.A.P standard covers over 600 species of fruits and vegetables. It covers a wide variety of arming and production systems from open-field farming to indoor hydroponics. It offers different certification options for many different sizes and types of farms, including smallholders and producer groups marketing their products together.
The steps involved in obtaining certification include application, audit, compliance, and renewal. To ensure continued compliance, an important system of continuous improvement and regular assessments is in place.
The Role of GLOBALG.A.P. in the Agricultural Sector
The overall role of GLOBALG.A.P. is to provide a third-party certification system that assures compliance with its standards. The standard covers a wide variety of agricultural products, including livestock, poultry, dairy and fresh produce.
The standards also cover food safety and traceability, animal welfare, worker health and safety standards implementation and environmental protection.
In addition, GLOBALG.A.P. offers capacity-building programs that help growers and producers expand their businesses while implementing environmentally responsible farming procedures and practices.
Benefits for Importers and Retailers
Importers and retailers who recognize the rise in quality of dealing with GLOBALG.A.P. producers are encouraged to support the organization’s ongoing efforts. Customers will continue to be assured of product safety and quality, and sustainable farming practices will continue to increase. The respect given to the GLOBALG.A.P. standard also helps enhance the brand reputation of importers and retailers and raises the level of trust in consumers shopping at their outlets. It also simplifies the supplier selection process to only deal with producers certified under the GLOBALG.A.P. standard.
Benefits for Producers and Exporters
Producers and exporters certified under GLOBALG.A.P. enjoy streamlined access to international markets and improved efficiency in their operations. They’re also in compliance with international regulations and standards as most countries use the standards of GLOBALG.A.P.
Fresh Point: A Certified Thai Fruit Exporter
Fresh Point is a leading exporter of Thai fresh fruits and vegetables and high-quality freeze-dried fruits. Our products include:
Fresh Fruits
- Durian
- Coconut
- Guava
- Pineapple
- Pomelo
- Papaya
- Longan
- Lemon
Fresh Vegetables
- Asparagus
- Babycorn
- Ginger
- Parsley
- Pandanus
- Guinea Pepper
- Basil
Non-fresh Products
- Dried Mango
- Dried tamarind
- Dried Durian
- Dried Pandanus
- Dried Pineapple
- Dried Herbs
As a certified Thai fruit exporter, we are committed to GLOBALG.A.P. standards for the benefits they offer to our suppliers, customers, and global consumers. We also fully support their worldwide role and considerable efforts in promoting sustainable and safe agricultural practices. We encourage B2B stakeholders to prioritize certified partners like Fresh Point. Our name and our products represent quality assurance to our customers. Test the quality for yourself by ordering quality fruits and vegetables from Fresh Point today.
