GFSI
GFSI Raises the Bar for Food Safety, Releases All-new GFSI Benchmarking Requirements
SEATTLE, WA, 26 February — During the opening plenary of its annual conference, a gathering of more than 1,000 food distributors, manufacturers and safety professionals, the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) announced the newest edition of its Benchmarking Requirements. GFSI has long set the “global standard” for those in the industry, […]
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Global Collaboration, Enhanced Food Safety: The Benchmarking Requirements 2024 Unveiled
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) is excited to announce the much anticipated release of its revised Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024. This significant milestone represents a commitment to enhancing food safety programmes worldwide and safeguarding consumer health. Aligned with Codex Alimentarius and ISO 22003, these science-based requirements enable a common understanding and mutual trust in […]
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GFSI Benchmarking Requirements: Key Changes Version 2020.1 to Version 2024
This document provides an overview of key updates to Parts I, II, III, and the Glossary of the GFSI Benchmarking Requirements (BMR) v 2024. These updates are categorised under two main headings: New Elements and Strengthened Elements.
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GFSI Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024
GFSI’s work in benchmarking and harmonisation fosters mutual acceptance of GFSI-recognised Certification Programmes across the industry and enables a simplified “once certified, recognised everywhere” approach.
Science in Action Within GFSI’s Benchmarking and Harmonisation Working Group
On the occasion of World Food Safety Day 2025, dive into the essential decision-making process behind GFSI’s Benchmarking Requirements. Here, the Co-Chairs of the GFSI Benchmarking and Harmonisation Working Group, Leda Touliatou, Head of Quality and Food Safety at Nestlé Purina PetCare Europe and Andrew Clarke, Senior Director Quality Assurance at Loblaw Companies Limited, discuss […]
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New GFSI Japan Local Group Chair Kotani and New Vice-Chair Ishikawa Talk About Their Aspirations
In January, Masanori Kotani (Amazon Japan G.K.) assumed office as the Chair of the GFSI Japan Local Group, with Atsushi Ishikawa (Harada Tea Processing Co., Ltd.) assuming office as the Vice-Chair. This interview was postponed due to COVID-19 crisis, and was conducted in June for the two to speak on future policies and activities […]
Benchmarking
CanadaGAP Obtains Recognition Against Version 2020.1 of GFSI Benchmarking Requirements
PARIS, 4th May 2021 — CanadaGAP®, an internationally recognised food safety programme for fresh fruit and vegetable suppliers, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), The Consumer Goods Forum’s Coalition of Action on food safety, today announced that CanadaGAP has successfully achieved recognition against GFSI’s Version 2020.1 Benchmarking Requirements. The recognition encompasses three CanadaGAP certification options: […]
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Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) Withdraws from GFSI Recognition
The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has decided to withdraw from the GFSI Recognition process. This decision was made by the EFI Board after careful consideration. Timeline The GFSI Technical Subcommittee took the decision on 7 June 2024 to suspend GFSI recognition of EFI’s food safety programme for non-alignment with GFSI requirements. Following this suspension, the […]
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Call for Participation: Join GFSI’s Benchmarking and Harmonisation Working Group
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recently released its revised Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, a testament to our commitment to improving food safety programmes globally and protecting consumer health. The new BMRs v2024 were made possible by the members of the Benchmarking Harmonisation Working Group (BHWG), who worked diligently to deliver the group’s mandate. […]
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Update on Temporary Audit Measures During Covid-19 Pandemic
Editor’s note: The Global Food Safety Initiative is monitoring the evolving Covid-19 situation on a daily basis and is committed to publishing timely updates and announcements in this space. Please check back here regularly and ensure you are subscribed to receive GFSI News. Food operations everywhere are feeling the effects caused by COVID-19. Around […]
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BRCGS for Food Safety, Packaging Materials and Agents & Brokers Gain Recognition Against GFSI’s Benchmarking Requirements Version 2020.1
PARIS and LONDON, 1st June 2021 — The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), The Consumer Goods Forum’s Coalition of Action on food safety, and BRCGS, a global consumer protection organisation that provides supply chain confidence through its suite of Global Standards, are pleased to announce that BRCGS has successfully achieved recognition against GFSI’s Benchmarking Requirements […]
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4 GFSI Myths, Busted: The Truth About Auditors, CPOs and Regulations
There is always more to learn about GFSI! In the months since stepping into the role of Director last October, I’ve been focused on truly understanding the all facets of the critical and unique role GFSI plays in the global food safety ecosystem. As part of this process, I’ve encountered a few misconceptions […]
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GFSI Benchmarking Process Handbook Version 2024
This Process Handbook provides detailed guidance and clarity on the Benchmarking Process outlining key steps, best practices, and examples where necessary to support with the implementation process for Certification Programmes Owners.
Certification
GFSI Benchmarking Implementation Handbook Version 2024
This Implementation Handbook provides detailed guidance and clarity on the Benchmarking Process outlining key steps, best practices, and examples where necessary to support with the implementation process for Certification Programmes Owners.
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A “Revolution” for Food Safety: GFSI Director Erica Sheward on Version 2020 and the Race to the Top
Since taking the reins of GFSI in October 2019, Director Erica Sheward has helped to launch some of the most ambitious initiatives in the organisation’s recent history. Erica, who has over two decades of food safety experience in the public, private and academic sectors, is leading the charge on GFSI’s Race to the Top, […]
Benchmarking
BRCGS Global Standard Agents and Brokers Issue 3 Gains GFSI Recognition
Paris and London, 16 September 2022 – The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), The Consumer Goods Forum’s Coalition of Action on food safety, and BRCGS are pleased to announce that BRCGS Global Standard Agents and Brokers Issue 3 has successfully achieved recognition against GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2020. The recognition encompasses GFSI Scope FII – Food […]
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