In close collaboration with VLOG representatives, GLOBALG.A.P. has developed a set of modules for a NON-GM Add-on that enables GLOBALG.A.P. certified compound feed producers, livestock and aquaculture producers, and processors to comply with VLOG certification requirements. They may apply for the VLOG seal “VLOG geprüft/VLOG verified” (for feed) or “Ohne GenTechnik/NO-GMO” (for food) to be used on their products. Like all GLOBALG.A.P. Add-on products, the NON-GM Add-on is designed to simplify assessments and avoid duplication and redundancies.

“With this add-on we have been able to follow the trend of our German retail members to provide a NON-GM choice to their customers”, said Dr. Kristian Moeller, CEO of GLOBALG.A.P., “ and we thank VLOG for their collaborative approach to establish this partnership that saves costs for the entire industry.”

“VLOG appreciates that it has found a strong and experienced partner in GLOBALG.A.P. Together we can bring forward trustworthy third-party certification of Non-GMO production systems”, said Alexander Hissting, Managing Director of VLOG. “We expect this collaboration to have an immediate positive influence on Non-GMO certification in aquaculture.” www.globalgap.org