Check your GlobalGAP readiness

Do you have a farm map showing plots, water sources and stores? Key point

Did you assess site risks before planting (contamination, flooding, neighbours)? Key point

Is one person responsible for quality management on the farm?

Do you record land preparation and fertilising for each plot?

Do you have a lab soil analysis from the last 3 years?

Do you have an irrigation water analysis from the last 12 months? Key point

Is every water source recorded and marked on the farm map? Key point

Do you record irrigation volumes?

Is post-harvest washing water of drinking quality? Key point

Are fertilisers stored away from produce and pesticides? Key point

Do you record type, amount and date of each fertiliser application? Key point

Are all pesticides used registered for the crop in Egypt and the export market? Key point

Do you respect and record pre-harvest intervals? Key point

Is the pesticide store locked, ventilated and signposted? Key point

Do you have a residue analysis from an accredited lab this season?

Are harvest containers clean and used only for produce? Key point

Are toilets and hand-washing close to field workers? Key point

Can you trace any carton back to its plot and harvest date? Key point

Have workers been trained in hygiene and safety? Key point

Is there a first-aid kit and a trained person?

Do sprayers have protective clothing and equipment? Key point

Do you keep records for at least two years?

Do you have a written product-recall procedure? Key point

Do you have a way to record and resolve customer complaints?