What if I am implementing a CanadaGAP Manual that has not yet completed Government Technical Review?
The CanadaGAP Program is being implemented in response to buyer demands, even though not all of the CanadaGAP Manuals have completed the full Technical Review process. At January 2009, reviews are complete for Potatoes, Tree and Vine Fruit, and Greenhouse Production. Reviews of the remaining five programs are in progress. Government Technical Review is a lengthy process and progress can be slow. In the meantime, many customers have endorsed the CanadaGAP Program and understand that suppliers are using the latest available version of the manuals, whether final or draft, to put their food safety programs in place. Certificates can be issued for any of the eight crop groupings. The audit checklist for CanadaGAP certification has been developed based on the requirements contained in the most recent versions of all eight commodity-specific manuals. As each module completes Technical Review, the audit will be updated to reflect any changes to the requirements.
