Sustainability
In global trade discussions, a number of governments are promoting the use of trade policies to advance environmental goals.
For the grain trade, this raises important questions about market access. New expectations could emerge around supply chain documentation, environmental compliance, and domestic production practices.
Newer bilateral and regional trade agreements have included full chapters on sustainability, suggesting an ongoing trend towards environmental measures at the border.
To help ensure that grain trade perspectives are reflected in these conversations, IGTC of which Gafta is a member, has developed a set of seven Sustainability Principles. The document provides a practical reference point for engagement with governments and institutions, grounded in science-based approaches, regional flexibility, and support for predictable, rules-based trade.