Implementation of GLOBALG.A.P. IFA V6 for Plants Course

What Will You Learn?

• Understand the purpose and structure of GLOBALG.A.P.
• Explore key normative documents and certification options.
• Learn how to register, prepare for audits, and maintain certification status.
• Master site management and plant propagation protocols.
• Evaluate GMO considerations and soil/substrate health.
• Apply best practices in water use, fertilizer application, and pest control.
• Ensure safe use of plant protection products and lab testing procedures.
• Manage equipment, supplier specs, and postharvest handling.
• Conduct self-assessments and implement hygiene standards.
• Promote worker health, safety, and welfare.
• Organize internal documentation and training resources.
• Manage subcontractors and outsourced activities responsibly.
• Build robust traceability systems and manage parallel ownership.
• Understand mass balance, recall, and withdrawal procedures.
• Handle non-conforming products and customer complaints effectively.
• Use the GLOBALG.A.P. logo appropriately and declare food safety policies.
• Identify and mitigate food defense and fraud risks.
• Support biodiversity, habitat conservation, and climate-conscious farming.
• Develop waste management strategies and continuous improvement plans.
• See the "Course Content" section below for the complete course outline.