Feel good about
Feel good about
the meat you eat.™
Look for the G.A.P. Label
G.A.P.’s Animal Welfare Certified label means that animals are raised without antibiotics or added hormones, and are fed a vegetarian diet with no animal by-products. The higher the number, the more the animal’s environment mimics its natural environment.
Improving the Lives of Farm Animals
G.A.P.’s comprehensive program positively impacts millions of farm animals every year. Being G.A.P. certified means the animals have:
MORE SPACE
A SAFE & ENRICHED ENVIRONMENT
ACCESS TO PASTURE OR OUTDOORS
(STEPS 3 & ABOVE)
A HEALTHY, VEGETARIAN DIET
(NO ANIMAL BY-PRODUCTS)
NO ADDED HORMONES OR ANTIBIOTICS
G.A.P. is the Label You Can Trust
With G.A.P., every farm is audited to gain certification. Some other animal welfare certification programs only audit a small sample of farms annually. We feel this level of integrity is necessary, especially when considering the lifecycle of raising live animals.
G.A.P. requires every farm to be audited every 15 months (through every season) in order to be certified.
Group Model Certification Programs
Only require that a small percentage (~10%) of farms be audited every 12 months, even though all of them will be “certified.”
Think about it: if you are only auditing a sample of farms annually, it may take up to 10 years to visit and score all farms in the system.
What makes G.A.P.’s program better?
Technical Knowledge
Our team is made up of scientists with advanced degrees in farm animal behavior and welfare, combined with the practical knowledge to apply it.
Comprehensive Approach
G.A.P. develops and implements tiered standards for 8 farm animal species, impacting over 416 million animals annually.
Supply Chain Support
Our team of meat industry experts have the know-how to connect manufacturers, and bring value to the entire supply chain from farm to fork.
Quality
Better raising and handling of animals results in better tasting meat – another reason to feel good about supporting change with your purchases.
Integrity
Every single farm is audited to our standards every 15 months.
Order G.A.P. Certified Now
Did you know that many of our G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified partners ship directly? Click on the partner websites below and have G.A.P. Certified quality products delivered to your door.
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Innovation is one of G.A.P.'s core values. We are always looking for ways to leverage technology to make the handling of animals raised to our standards more effective and efficient. That's why we've partnered with @herddogg, a technology partner who is helping G.A.P. develop a custom app for performing animal assessments in real-time on-farm. We are currently piloting the app with our new Dairy Standard and excited to understand the possibilities of incorporating the technology with more partners. Raising animals is a complex business. If technology can help both the farmer, the Certifier, AND the animal, we are all in.
Check out the recent press release announcing the G.A.P. / HerdDogg partnership.
https://www.prweb.com/releases/global_animal_partnership_partners_with_herddogg_launches_dairy_standard/prweb18272646.htm (link in bio)
#MakeitGAP #technology #innovation #leveragingtechnology #farmanimalwelfare #farmanimals #makinganimpact
Looking for another easy recipe that only requires one pan? We have another winner! Break out your sheet pan and make this delicious pork tenderloin and balsamic roasted vegetables recipe this week. Just don't forget to #MakeitGAP!
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/sheet-pan-pork-tenderloin/ (link in bio)
#weeknightmeals #easyrecipes #porkloin #porklovers #sheetpandinner #dinnerisserved #familydinner #porkrecipe #porkrecipes
What we all need now is some comfort food, am I right?? Here's a one-pot meal that is sure to hit the spot. All you need is G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified ground beef, beef stock, and lots of veggies. (Skip the kidney beans to make it Keto-friendly.) Great for a weeknight meal, or double it for a bigger gathering.
Get the recipe here >>>>>>>>>>>>> https://globalanimalpartnership.org/hearty-beef-cabbage-soup/
#MakeitGAP #beefrecipes #familymeals #easyrecipes #groundbeef #beeflovers #soup #soupseason #fallcooking #souprecipes
We can't wait to participate in the Pet Sustainability Coalition #ImpactUnleashed virtual conference tomorrow! G.A.P. Executive Director, Anne Malleau, will be speaking about the G.A.P. program and will be joined by several of our partners in a panel about farm animal welfare and sustainability. If you're attending, message us!
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/pet-parents/ (link in bio)
#MakeitGAP #sustainability #petindustry #farmanimalwelfare #certificationmatters #petfood
Today is Thanksgiving Day in Canada. Very best wishes to all of our Canadian team members, partners, and friends for a day filled with delicious food, fellowship, and fun!
#MakeitGAP #canadianthanksgiving #happycanadianthanksgiving #givethanks #thankful #familytime #familymeals
In 2020, pet ownership rose to a new high -- 70% of households. Pets are truly a part of the family, don't you agree? If you 've been in a pet store lately, you've probably noticed the pet aisle is changing... for the better. We all care deeply about the food and treats we are feeding our pets and, today, there are more options than ever. Doesn't it make you feel good knowing that a growing number of pet brands are sourcing G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified ingredients for their products? After all, ALL animals matter. Look for the G.A.P. Certified label when you shop for your pet. And check out our latest blog about the changes in pet food and why you should shop for brands raising the bar. >>>>>>>>>
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/about/news/post/gap-animal-welfare-certification-because-all-animals-matter/ (link in bio)
@tenderandtruepet @openfarmpet @halopets @canidaepetfood @nuggetshealthyeats @freshpet @earthanimal1979 @wild.patagonian
#MakeitGAP #petfood #certifcationmatters #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #doglover #catlover #dogfood #catfood #responsiblysourced #animalwelfare #sustainability #petindustry
Find yourself making the same recipes week in and week out? Time to mix it up... and spice it up! There's a new sauce in town - and it's called harissa. Find it in the international food section of your grocery store and you'll be glad you did. It's a fiery sauce made up of red chiles, garlic, citrus, and other spices. You can also search for a harissa sauce recipe (or paste) to make your own. Then, spread it under the skin of your favorite G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified bone-in chicken pieces - we love thighs - and get ready for a dinner fiesta. Check out this recipe for an easy sheet pan dinner and make your grocery list! >>>>>>
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/sheet-pan-harissa-chicken-dinner/
#MakeitGAP #chickenrecipes #dinnerrecipes #easydinners #easyrecipes #spiceitup #harissasauce #harissachicken #chickenrecipe #easymeals #harissachicken #tastyfood
In anticipation of our Broiler Breeds announcement next week (and because it's the last day of Chicken Month!), we'd like to share some information with you about G.A.P.'s Better Chicken Project. We've been fielding inquiries from our company email, and from partners and other stakeholders, so we included those questions and answers in our most recent blog. Check it out and stay tuned on our social channels and Better Chicken Project page for more announcements.
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/about/news/post/questions-about-gaps-better-chicken-project-we-have-answers/
#betterchickenproject #betterchicken #broilerchickens #innovation #farmanimalwelfare #chicken #chickenfarming #poultryfarming
Looking for an easy weeknight dinner recipe that's sure to please? Try this yummy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole dish. Yes, we know, we had you at "tater tot". 😋 Just don't forget to look for the G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified label when you shop for your chicken. Hint, hint: the rotisserie chickens at Whole Foods Market are G.A.P. Certified -- and all you have to do is debone and shred to make this recipe even easier. Enjoy!
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/chicken-tater-tot-casserole/
#MakeitGAP #chicken #chickenrecipes #chickenrecipe #easyrecipes #weeknightdinner #familydinner #chickenlovers #tatertots #comfortfood
G.A.P. exists to positively impact the lives of farm animals raised for food. G.A.P.'s detailed, comprehensive standards include requirements related to the animal's environment, diet, and overall management from birth to harvest.
The purpose of G.A.P.'s #BetterChickenProject is to better understand the impact of broiler chicken genetics on the animals' overall welfare, and how we can use this data to reinvent the modern day broiler. Breed is the final piece in the overall broiler chicken welfare puzzle. With our commitment to both continuous improvement and a science-based approach, we will be publishing our new broiler breed assessment protocol and revising our Broiler Chicken Standards in 2022 to include a growing list of acceptable breeds eligible for G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certification.
Check out our Better Chicken Project for more information and ongoing updates. https://globalanimalpartnership.org/better-chicken-project/
#MakeitGAP #betterchicken #certificationmatters #farmanimalwelfare #chicken #chickenfarming
It's officially fall! Time to grab your stockpot and make some soup! G.A.P.'s headquarters are in Texas, so naturally, our first fall soup recipe is Chicken Tortilla Soup -- made with G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified chicken, of course! Make it this weekend while you watch football, and make extra for next week's lunches. We can smell it simmering already. Enjoy!
Get the recipe here >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/best-chicken-tortilla-soup/
#MakeitGAP #chickentortillasoup #chickensoup #souptime #happyfall #happyfriday #happyfallyall #chickenrecipes #chickenrecipe #souprecipes
The independent Broiler Chicken Study G.A.P. funded identified key welfare issues for the modern-day broiler. Due to their weight and body composition, they are less active, interact less with enrichments (meaning they don't climb or perch as much), and are more likely to develop foot or leg lesions because they are sitting more and not active. These welfare outcomes were analyzed, and will be factored into G.A.P.'s new Broiler Breed Protocols, which will be released soon. G.A.P. continues to leverage science in the quest for redefining the modern-day broiler. We are one step closer to finding a solution for chickens, producers, brands, retailers, foodservice outlets, and consumers. #betterchickenproject #betterchicken #chicken #chickenfarming #broilerchicken #broilerfarming #farmanimalwelfare #MakeItGAP
Learn more about the study here: https://globalanimalpartnership.org/better-chicken-project/ (link in bio)
It's National Cheeseburger Day! I mean, do we really need another excuse to have a burger?! Of course we do. Just make sure to look for the G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified label and #MakeitGAP when you buy your ground meat. Whether you prefer beef, bison, turkey, or chicken, the end result is a juicy patty of yum. Have a great weekend!
One of our favorite burger recipes... get it here>>>>>>
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/brunch-burger-avocado-bacon-egg/
#nationalcheeseburgerday #burgers #cheeseburgers #burgerrecipes #beeflover #turkeylover #chickenlover #bisonlover #burgerlover #burgerlove #cheeseburgerday #yesplease
It's Farm Animal Awareness Week. At G.A.P., our vision is a world where farm animals are treated with compassion, managed to a science-based standard, and permitted to express their natural behavior.... AND a world where consumers are empowered to make informed purchasing decisions based on transparent animal welfare criteria and labeling. Help us impact the lives of farm animals by looking for the G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified label when you shop. #MakeitGAP #FarmAnimalAwarenessWeek
Learn more about our mission here: https://globalanimalpartnership.org/about/mission-vision/. (link in bio)
Did you know that chickens represent 90% of all farm animals processed for meat annually? That's a huge number. G.A.P. is working to get more farms into our program to positively impact the millions of chickens raised for food each year. Many companies have pledged their support for the Better Chicken Commitment, an initiative started by advocacy groups including @ASPCA and @ciwf to source G.A.P. Animal Welfare Certified chicken under our new breed and welfare standards. Generating demand through corporate commitments means that supply will come - supply in the form of more farms committed to G.A.P. animal welfare standards.
Change takes time and patience, but we are committed to reinventing the modern-day broiler to achieve better welfare outcomes for millions of chickens raised for food each year.
Want to read more about chickens and why you should care? Check out our blog post here >>>>>>
https://globalanimalpartnership.org/about/news/post/why-should-you-care-about-broiler-chicken-welfare/ (link in bio)
#MakeitGAP #betterchickenproject #betterchicken #broilerchickens #farmanimalwelfare #certificationmatters
