Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) serve as a pre-requisite program (PRP) for Quality, Food, and Feed Safety Management Systems. GMP defines the minimum hygiene and processing requirements for production facilities and acts as the foundation for more advanced safety management systems, such as HACCP, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000.

Key GMP Requirements

• Design and layout of premises

• Supply of water, air, and energy

• Waste management

• Equipment suitability and preventive maintenance

• Cleaning and sanitation

• Management of purchased materials

• Pest control

• Prevention of cross-contamination

• Personal hygiene

What is GMP+?

GMP+ (Good Manufacturing Practice for Animal Feed) is a specialized certification scheme designed for the animal feed industry. It focuses on safety, quality, and sustainability throughout the feed production process, covering the entire supply chain from raw material sourcing to production, transport, and storage.

Core Components of GMP+:

• Safety: Ensures feed products are safe for animals, humans, and the environment.

• Quality: Maintains high standards to meet nutritional and performance requirements.

• Responsibility: Promotes sustainable and ethical practices across the feed supply chain.

• Chain Approach: Addresses all stages, from sourcing to final feed production.

• Certification: Demonstrates compliance with the GMP+ standards, recognized globally in the animal feed industry.

Benefits of GMP

• Quality Assurance: Ensures consistent product quality through defined procedures and controls, reducing defects.

• Regulatory Compliance: Meets strict industry regulations, lowering legal and financial risks.

• Customer Confidence: Consistently high-quality products build trust and loyalty among customers.

• Reduced Risk of Contamination: Hygiene, cleaning, and sanitation protocols minimize contamination risks.

• Product Safety: Identifies and mitigates potential safety hazards in products used or consumed by humans or animals.

• Operational Efficiency: Optimizes manufacturing processes, reduces waste, and improves resource utilization, contributing to cost savings.