At Rico Farms, a grower for Bridges Organic Produce, a commitment to social responsibility is in their DNA. For years, the company has prioritized worker empowerment and sustainable practices, providing a positive and supportive environment for its employees. As part of its ongoing journey to improve the lives of its
MEDIA RELEASE Contact: LeAnne R. Ruzzamenti, (202) 524-0540, media@equitablefood.org WASHINGTON, January 14, 2025 – On behalf of the Ethical Charter Implementation Program Advisory Group, Equitable Food Initiative announces the approval of 16 third-party certification programs whose standards align with the Ethical Charter on Responsible Labor Practices and therefore qualify growers
ECIP Recognizes 16 Benchmark Certifications Supporting Ethical Labor Practices WASHINGTON, January 14, 2025 – On behalf of the Ethical Charter Implementation Program Advisory Group, Equitable Food Initiative announces the approval of 16 third-party certification programs whose standards align with the Ethical Charter on Responsible Labor Practices and therefore qualify growers
Sydney Fairchild, marketing and compliance at Bridges Organic Produce, has proven herself to be an ECIP Super User. From her first interaction with ECIP LAB, she has been dedicated to helping Bridges’ growers adopt the system and use it as a tool for continuous improvement. Madelyn Edlin from the ECIP
When you log into your ECIP profile, you’ll notice a new feature: icons now represent the different profiles you manage—buyer, supplier, or grower. These icons accompany you throughout your experience on the platform, making navigation more intuitive. Additionally, the buyer dashboard has been updated to enhance visibility for growers with
Equitable Food Initiative has announced its 2025 course catalog, featuring tailored learning opportunities to help companies operationalize the principles of the Ethical Charter on Responsible Labor Practices. These online offerings provide pathways for both suppliers and growing operations to integrate the Charter’s principles into daily practices. The catalog includes a
We’ve given the color coding for the five response options in Supplier LAB, Grower LAB and the Buyer Dashboard a fresh update. These changes also apply to the aggregated assessment response pie charts in Supplier LAB and the Buyer Dashboard. The goal is to make reporting and benchmarking clearer and
There’s an exciting update to the user experience in ECIP LAB for both growers and suppliers. You can now quickly and easily switch between organizations if you manage multiple accounts. This feature is especially useful for vertically integrated operations or those managing multiple supplier and/or grower accounts. Click here to download
Attend a Webinar or In-Person Event at the IFPA Global Show to Learn More About ECIP Before the program’s official launch date on November 1, 2023, fresh produce and floral industry members have an opportunity to learn more about the program at in-person and virtual events. Buyers and program creators
PRESS RELEASE Fresh produce industry stakeholders have come together to design the Ethical Charter Implementation Program, which recognizes and strengthens engagement around labor practices in the fresh produce industry without the burden of additional audits. The goals of the program include: Creating alignment with the principles of the Ethical Charter