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This document provides guidance to support the effective implementation of the Verification Integrity Oversight Programme (VIPRO) for Verification Bodies (VBs) and auditors approved to deliver the Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA). The purpose of this guidance is to ensure that VIPRO activities are carried out with integrity, consistency and transparency, in line with the SAI Platform’s commitment to ensuring credible verification and assurance activities.

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FSA

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English

This webinar was designed for SAI Platform members, current FSA users, and prospective users interested in sustainable agriculture and responsible sourcing. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA), including its purpose, key features, and the value it brings across the agricultural supply chain. The session highlighted recent developments in global adoption, including the rise in verified crops and the expanding community of FSA users worldwide. By the end of the webinar, attendees were equipped with the knowledge to leverage the FSA for promoting sustainable practices and making informed decisions in their sourcing and sustainability strategies.

Project Resourcing:

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FSA

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Guidance & Support, Implementation & Self Assessment, Webinars

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Presentation

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English

ASI has been appointed by SAI Platform as of Jan 1 2025 to approve VBs for the FSA. VBs are required to complete this application form and send it to asi-info@asi-assurance.org. ASI will evaluate whether the VB meets the requirements before granting approval to undertake FSA verifications.

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FSA

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Verification & Auditing

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Guidance document

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English

This document lists the Verification Bodies currently approved by SAI Platform to conduct Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) verifications. These organizations have been formally recognized as eligible to perform verifications for individual farms and farm management groups in alignment with FSA requirements. Standalone Farms or Farm Management Groups (FMGs) seeking to initiate an FSA verification are advised to contact the relevant scheme manager for further information.

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FSA

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Verification & Auditing

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Guidance document

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English

This table outlines the SAI Platform Fees associated with FSA Verification.

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FSA

Topic:

Verification & Auditing

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Guidance document

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English

The FSA Growing a Better Planet Award 2025 celebrates exceptional efforts in applying the Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) to drive progress in on-farm sustainability. Open to individual farms and farming groups, the award highlights initiatives that showcase leadership, innovation, and collaboration in improving social, environmental, and business outcomes. Entrants are invited to submit a 2-page case study detailing the practices and innovations developed through their FSA implementation.

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FSA

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Communications

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Guidance document

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English

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FSA

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Verification & Auditing

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Guidance document

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English

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FSA

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Continuous Improvement

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Guidance document

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English

This document is a list of the schemes by SAI Platform to demonstrate relevant audit experience for a Verification Body, in-house trainer, and/or Principal Auditor as part of the VB approval process. It should be read alongside the latest version of the SAI Platform FSA Third Party Verification System Requirements for FSA Verification Bodies and Auditors.

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FSA

Topic:

Verification & Auditing

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Guidance document

Language:

English

A guide to the FSA for farmers in Farm Management Groups. It is available in PowerPoint and PDF so that you can translate it in-house, share it with farmers in print or in digital format. Please see guidelines for how to do that in the “Editing and exporting guidelines” included in the folder.

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FSA

Topic:

Communications, Guidance & Support, Implementation & Self Assessment, Verification & Auditing

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Comms asset, Guidance document, Presentation, Tool

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English

The FSA provides a common reference point for farm sustainability schemes as well as a consistent approach to benchmarking against it. The Benchmarking Protocol details the FSA’s approach to benchmarking.

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FSA

Topic:

Benchmarking

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Guidance document

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English

SAI Platform is thrilled to announce the release of our enhanced FSA Outcome Measurement Handbook.

This comprehensive resource has undergone significant improvements, now covering not only Greenhouse Gas emissions but also biodiversity, water, and soil metrics, effectively addressing all four long-term impacts of our Regenerating Together programme.

Speakers:
Joe Rushton, FSA Director
Eric Harris, Executive Vice President at SureHarvest

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FSA

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Webinars

Type:

Webinar recording

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English