Red Tractor Assurance: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how Red Tractor certification works for farmers supplying major retailers and the requirements for maintaining food safety and welfare standards.
Red Tractor Assurance is a certification system used to verify that food production meets specific standards for safety and animal welfare.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed for farmers who supply their products to major retailers.
What you get
By participating, you receive industry-standard certification. This proves that your production methods meet established benchmarks for food safety and animal welfare, which helps maintain trust with large buyers.
What it costs you
There are costs involved in maintaining your status, including an annual membership fee and the costs associated with undergoing regular audits.
The catch to know
When you undergo an audit, you may be found with "non-conformances." These are specific areas where your practices do not meet the required standard. You must fix these issues and close them within a very tight timeframe to stay certified.
How to apply
- Review the standards required for your specific sector.
- Prepare your farm to meet the food safety and welfare benchmarks.
- Arrange for an official audit to verify your compliance.
- Manage any required corrections identified during the audit process.
Visit the official portal for more details: https://assurance.redtractor.org.uk/