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Glossary - Edition 10

This glossary contains terms that are used throughout SQF Codes, guidance documents, tip sheets, checklists and more. Please refer to them for clarification.

The below is applicable to Edition 10 and posted March, 2026.
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Good Practice Elements

Feb 19, 2026, 18:11
Title : Good Practice Elements

Management and operational practices which define the best practice handling and hygiene elements for food or feed production, manufacturing, storage, transport, and retail.

  • Good Agricultural/Operating Practices (GAPs/GOPs) apply to fruit, vegetable, and grain farms.
  • Good Aquaculture Practices (GAPs) apply to intensive seafood farming.
  • Good Distribution Practices (GDPs) apply to independent food warehouse and transport facilities.
  • Good Industry Practices (GIPs) a generic reference that applies to all good practices within the food industry.
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) apply to food and feed manufacturing.
  • Good Production Practices (GPPs) apply to livestock farms.
  • Good Retail Practices (GRPs) apply to retail food outlets.
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