MEDIA RELEASE Contact: LeAnne R. Ruzzamenti, (202) 524-0540, media@equitablefood.org WASHINGTON, July 22, 2026 – The Ethical Charter Implementation Program, administered by Equitable Food Initiative with generous support from the Walmart Foundation, today announces the launch of Engagement 3.0. This Engagement Cycle supports and recognizes alignment with the Ethical Charter on
More than 75 growers, suppliers and retailers gathered on July 15 for a first look at Engagement 3.0, the newest Engagement Cycle in ECIP, held during the 2026 Organic Produce Summit. The ECIP team walked attendees through what’s new in the release, while buyers from Costco and Sam’s Club shared
In this episode of LAB HUB LIVE, Madelyn Edlin and Diona Monroe quickly overview the 2027 Leadership Circle criteria, and then unpack the new Supplier Gold Star for Engagement 3.0. To qualify for the 2027 Leadership Circle, suppliers must earn all four green stars on their Engagement Profile. The Supplier
Subscriptions for both growers and suppliers renew annually and expire one year after the initial payment date, regardless of certification cycles, Engagement Cycles or approved field-level audit program dates. Initial renewal notifications are sent 45–60 days prior to expiration. Both growers and suppliers can renew their subscriptions by credit card
WASHINGTON, May 19, 2026 – The Ethical Charter Implementation Program released its second annual industry report, highlighting significant growth in participation and measurable progress in how the fresh produce industry approaches responsible labor practices. Building on momentum from the program’s inaugural year’s success, ECIP scaled rapidly in 2025, with more
Accessing your prior engagement data in ECIP LAB is quick and straightforward, giving you a clear view of your progress over time. By navigating to your Company information and reviewing the Campaign History section, you can revisit past engagement cycles, explore detailed responses, and better understand your performance across key
ECIP Announces Launch of LAB for Farm Labor Contractors New ECIP platform helps farm labor contractors assess and strengthen labor management systems MEDIA RELEASE Contact: LeAnne R. Ruzzamenti, (202) 524-0540, media@equitablefood.org WASHINGTON, March 24, 2026 – The Ethical Charter Implementation Program (ECIP), overseen by a multistakeholder industry group to build
When FLC LAB launches on April 1, it will introduce a new feature designed to turn reflection into real progress: The Continuous Improvement Action Plan template. Assessment is an important starting point. But meaningful improvement happens when teams move from identifying a challenge to owning a clear, practical path forward,
Your total number of growers matters when it comes to earning the Supply Chain Onboarding and Supply Chain Engagement stars. These stars show buyers that a strong share of your network is actively participating in grower LAB. ECIP adjusts participation benchmarks based on the size of your supply chain, so
This letter was written by Amy Cochrane-Knotek, a consultant working in compliance and regulatory affairs with nearly 20 years of experience working in greenhouse operations, both as a former owner and as a compliance consultant. Amy brings an operations-focused perspective to labor management and social compliance. In this reflection, Amy