The latest Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (Smeta) standards, which are due to come into force on 10th September, require UK growers to bear all recruitment expenses for seasonal workers, encompassing transport and visa costs. The National Farmers Union, British Apples and Pears, and British Berry Growers are advocating for a postponement of Smeta 7.0 pending a thorough consultation with stakeholders in the UK sector. Find out more here.
New Sedex audit standards raise concerns in the UK
