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
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 alignment with the Ethical Charter on Responsible Labor Practices
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
With her retirement from Naturipe Farms and the ECIP Advisory Group, we celebrate Donna Lynn Brown’s lasting impact on ECIP and the produce industry as a whole. As Sr. Director of Food Safety & Social Responsibility at Naturipe, Donna Lynn brought a practical, grower-centered lens to every conversation. Donna Lynn
In previous features with Stronger Together, we explored how their training and Responsible Recruitment and Fair Work Toolkit help bridge the gap between buyer expectations and on-the-ground practice, making it easier for growers and suppliers to navigate complex labor requirements without starting from scratch. Now, we’re excited to highlight the American Association of AgLabor
The Ethical Charter on Responsible Labor Practices outlines 13 principles that establish a shared baseline for social responsibility across the produce supply chain. ECIP LAB (Learn, Assess, Benchmark) gives growers a way to track progress over time in aligning their practices with these principles. A recent Los Angeles Times article
ECIP suppliers need to engage with the platform to earn engagement stars. While some stars rely on growers’ participation, the Supplier Assessment & Endorsement Star is entirely within the supplier’s control, making it easy to achieve and helps build the engagement profile. Watch the demo below or read on to
Angela Chan, Sustainability Lead at Oppy, demonstrates how ECIP can empower a supplier managing a wide range of commodities and growers. By leveraging ECIP and its assessment as tools for continuous improvement, Oppy is supporting a vast grower network in strengthening their sustainability and compliance practices. Read on to discover