As described in the Agreement, these License Terms and Conditions and the additional documents together comprising the Binding Documents are binding upon all participating companies, farms and farm groups in their dealings with RA. These Binding Documents cover the various elements of working with RA, including registration, audits and certification, traceability, labeling and selling product as certified.
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UTZ Certification Protocol Version 4.3
This is the latest version of the UTZ Certification Protocol. The UTZ Certification Protocol describes the process for becoming an UTZ certified member. It explains which members need to receive an audit, and how and when this audit shall be conducted. The Certification Protocol also describes the arrangements determining the relationship between the CBs and UTZ.
Updated on:
28 May 2020
- Chain of Custody certification
- farm certification
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