EUREPGAP announces the approval of the JGAP standard. JGAP, the Japanese Good Agricultural Practice standard, was developed through the collaborative effort among Japanese producers, retailers and distributors, taking into account the unique agricultural condition of Japan.
 “Since it is realistic and understandable for these stakeholders, it has been rapidly spreading across Japan,” said Hisanobu Katayama, President of JGAP. "Establishment of EurepGAP equivalence will tremendously help JGAP to be further accepted by producers, retailers and distributors in the country. We are very glad that we can further promote the importance of GAP principles in Japan."
Kristian Moeller, Secretary EUREPGAP, said: “It was only 15 months ago when we announced the start of the journey towards global harmonization of Good Agricultural Practice in Japan. We congratulate JGAP to this achievement!”
The formal agreement to initiate the process was signed during a GAP National Conference held in Tokyo on 27/28 April 06.
The announcement of JGAP`s global recognition recognition comes right in time before EUREPGAP`s annual event in Bangkok on 6th and 7th September 2007. A representative will explain JGAP`s approach among other expert speakers from more than 13 countries who will share their views and experience in setting up farm assurance certification in Asia.
The Conference Programme and online registration is available at the special Event website www.eurepgap2007.org.


(Make your trip to Thailand worthwhile and visit the ASIA Fruit Logistica 2007 - which will start one day before the EUREPGAP Conference - while being in Bangkok. For more information please see here www.asiafruitlogistica.com.)

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