The Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Audit Training e-Course was developed under the 11th European Development Fund Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures Project, which seeks to increase compliance by CARIFORUM States with international SPS measures, standards and procedures to increase international and regional market access. An important thrust of the SPS Measures Project is building the capacity of public and private sector stakeholders in critical areas relating to agricultural health and food safety, including the application of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) on farms.
The GAP Audit Training e-Course aims to provide systematic coverage of the critical areas undertaken during the on-farm audit process, focusing on critical analysis and application to the Caribbean context. Specifically, the course includes basic information on the procedures, techniques, field skills, and tools needed to plan and conduct an effective on-farm GAP Audit.
Target audience:
Producers, Extension Officers, Field Officers and Agriculture Students who are knowledgeable about the principles and practice of GAP.
Course start date:
July 10th, 2023
The Course is open from July 10 for 8 weeks and can be completed at your own pace within that time period.
Method:
Self-paced learning
Register for the Opening Webinar on
10th July 2023 at 11AM AST!
Course Introduction Video
Course Modules
Module 1
Overview of the importance and application of good agricultural practices in improving the safety, quality and trade of fresh produce
Module 2
Common on-farm deficiencies
Module 3
GAP auditing principles and practices
Module 4
Continuation of GAP auditing practices
Course Benefits
Particiants will:
Understand the principles and techniques required to conduct a GAP Audit;
Be able to guide farmers as to how to meet the requirements for GAP certification;
Understand the basic concepts of the leading international GAP certification schemes;
Be able to plan, conduct and report on an on-farm GAP audit;
Understand the role of GAP auditing in improving food safety and enhancing market access for fresh produce.
Register for the Opening Webinar!