JGAP Evaluated as an International Sustainability Standard
NQ Score
80/100
N1 Content Completeness
9
AI Summary (NQ-processed)
The Japan GAP Foundation confirmed a 73% alignment between its agricultural certification system JGAP (+SA) and the international sustainability benchmark, ProTerra Standard, demonstrating global ESG viability.
AI Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What were the benchmark results for JGAP and ProTerra Standard?
- A: It was confirmed that combining JGAP and +SA standards achieves 73% alignment with the requirements of ProTerra Standard Version 5.
- Q: In which areas did it receive high evaluations?
- A: High alignment was confirmed in the areas of agricultural management systems, greenhouse gas and energy management, waste management, human rights, and responsible labor policies.
- Q: Why was there not a full 100% alignment?
- A: While ProTerra emphasizes international prevention of deforestation for crops like soy and sugarcane, JGAP is based on regional conditions and institutional design in Japan, leading to differences in land use and other areas.