The PAI Group

The Red Tractor Combinable Crops Scheme (previously ACCS) has become an integral part of British agriculture. By joining this independently verified scheme, endorsed by the UK's major buyers, producers will be able to market their crop to best advantage.

One of the reasons why the scheme has been so successful is the overwhelming support it has had from customers, the end users. The vast majority of flour millers, maltsters and animal feed compounders have stated that they will show a strong preference for grain from assured farms and most indicated that it would be a requirement of purchase.

A successful assessment by PAI will ensure that your Red Tractor certificate is issued by a widely respected and recognised certification body using only assessors who are highly experienced in your industry sector.

Benefits of the Red Tractor Combinable Crops Standard

Clear, concise standards produced in consultation with the industry
Accepted and often required by the UK major buyers
A demonstration of your assurance systems for hygiene and food safety
Expands the number of outlets in which your crops can be marketed
A specific standard for your sector
Can be linked to other types of assessment giving savings in time and cost

Assessment Content

Literature Requirements
Crop Protection
Seed Treatment
Fertiliser and Crop Nutrition
Crop Storage and Handling
Hygiene
Haulage for Members Own Transport for Off Farm Delivery
Contractors
GM Crops/Materials
Complaints
Fuel Storage
Contaminants

Assessment Frequency

Every member of the scheme will be verified once a year.

Further Information

The current standards are available on the Red Tractor website www.redtractor.org.uk along with access to electronic copies of required publications.

For details and e-application forms contact Farm@ThePAIgroup.com or the Harrogate Office on +44(0)1423 878878

Red Tractor-Combinable Crops Standard

Benefits of the Red Tractor Combinable Crops Standard

Assessment Content

Assessment Frequency

Further Information