Changes To Red Tractor Assurance Farm Standards
UK - From 1 October 2011, Certification Bodies will start assessing Red Tractor Assurance (RTA) farm members against the revised RTA Farm Scheme Standards.
29 September 2011
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The revisions are the result of a regular review of the standards to ensure they continue to
be in line with legislation and reflect Good Agricultural Practice consistent with industry
needs and expectations.
The review involved experts from across the industry and farming
sectors and included a public consultation in spring 2011.
All RTA farm members received notification of the planned revision of standards in the June
member newsletter. In addition, they should also recently have received further notice of
the changes from their individual Certification Body or milk first purchaser.
David Clarke, CEO at Red Tractor Assurance said: "At Red Tractor, we’re committed to
ensuring high standards in food and farming. This latest review helps to ensure that the Red
Tractor Standards continue to progress in line with the latest industry needs without adding
unnecessary costs or complexity"
"Farmers are advised to check they meet the revised requirements and prepare for their
audits in advance by reading the RTA Farm Scheme addendums they have been sent or
downloading a copy from the RTA website www.redtractorassurance.org.uk."
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