The EUREP GAP (Fresh Fruit & Vegetable) Protocol describes essential elements and develops best practice for global production of fresh produce and horticultural products. It demonstrates to customers a company´s commitment and ability to produce safe and clean food, under an exhaustive system (HACCP) verified by an internationally recognized independent third party.

EVENT

EUREP (Euro Retailer Produce Working Group), represents leading European food retailers and uses GAP (Good Agricultural Practice) as a framework for verification. It is presently specifically designed for businesses in the fresh produce supply chain. It offers a means of incorporating Integrated Crop Management (ICM) and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices within the framework of commercial agricultural production.

Based on its success and involvement of a wide range of stakeholders EUREPGAP is now also working on a standard for Livestock, Flowers, Coffee and Combinable Crops.

PERFORMANCE

. Ensures retailer and consumer confidence through responsible and sustainable production
. Complies to the minimum standard acceptable to leading retail groups in Europe
. Incorporates IPM and ICM in commercial agricultural production
. Supports the basic principles of HACCP

PLACES

Since the start of the program (2000), over 200 certificates have been issued and operational with qualified staff in over 5 countries.

Primary producers, retailers, grower-associations, traders and their organizations can be certified against EUREP GAP standards. The following sectors are covered: fruits, vegetables, potatoes, salads, cut flowers, nursery stock.

WHY BRUCKE & VIRTUS?

. One-stop full service offering expertise in all food quality issues
. Brucke & Virtus is known throughout the world for its integrity and professionalism
. Brucke & Virtus is a one-stop certification body that knows the agri-food industry - saving you time and money
. Brucke & Virtus employs full-time, Integrated and multi-skilled agri-food auditors who understand your business
. Brucke & Virtus uses dedicated Key-Account Managers to look after clients- one point of contact
. Brucke & Virtus can provide E-Commerce solutions through Brucke & Virtus eValuate +
. Brucke & Virtus has training services to support all its services
. Brucke & Virtus has a global network of food laboratories around the world
. Brucke & Virtus integrity and strength come from over 50 years of experience
. Brucke & Virtus certification marks are recognized around the world
. Brucke & Virtus is the world´s largest certification body

CERTIFICATION

1. Proposal/Application for Certification
2. Attend EUREP/GAP Awareness Course (optional)
3. Pre-assessment Audit (optional)
4. Certification Audit
5. Registration / Ongoing Surveillance