SQFI Blog: Primary Plant Production

Resources, program developments, industry updates, and much more from SQFI. 

SQFI Supports Pollinator Health Through Integrated Pest Management

Pollinators, both insects and animals, are a critical link in our sustainable food system. According to the USDA about one-third of crops produced globally rely on insect or animal pollinators.

Enhancing Farm Resilience and Sustainability Through IPM and Pollinator Protection

Implementing sustainable agriculture practices, including integrated pest management (IPM) and pollinator protection, is crucial...

Why Indoor Farmers Need SQF Certification

For a process that starts with a tiny seed, indoor farming has grown into a big business. Already topping $40 billion, the industry is projected to grow at an annual growth rate of 13.5% between...

SQF Food Safety Code: Primary Plant Production – the GFSI Benchmarked Standard of Choice for the New Zealand Primary Produce Sector

SQF certification is relatively new to the New Zealand produce sector, but with the release of the SQF Food Safety Code: Primary Plant Production Code.