Certification bodies began assessing Red Tractor Assurance farm members against revised RTA Farm Scheme Standards from the start of this month.
The revisions are the result of a regular review of the standards to ensure they continue to reflect legislation, good agricultural practice and industry needs and expectations.
All RTA farm members received notification of the planned changes in the June member newsletter. In addition, they should also recently have received further notice from their individual Certification Body or milk first purchaser.
David Clarke, CEO at Red Tractor Assurance said: “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 by downloading a copy from the RTA website at www.redtractorassurance.org.uk.
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