What’s Coming Up: SIZA Events and Training
The months ahead offer valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and engage with SIZA through a series of events and training webinars designed to support producers, packhouses, and stakeholders across social and environmental compliance. These sessions will provide practical guidance on key topics such as legislation, SAQ completion, and navigating the MySIZA platform, while interactive supplier…
Plan Ahead for Audit Success
As global supply chains place increasing emphasis on ethical and sustainable practices, buyers are expecting suppliers to demonstrate strong audit readiness. Being well prepared for social and environmental audits is no longer something to leave to the last minute – it is a critical part of business planning that builds buyer confidence and protects market…
Understanding GLOBALG.A.P. Visibility for SIZA Subscribers
Many SIZA subscribers are already familiar with GLOBALG.A.P. (AGRAYA) audits through IFA certification, but there’s sometimes confusion about what GLOBALG.A.P. visibility as part of a SIZA subscription is and why it’s a separate subscription option. GLOBALG.A.P. visibility is not another audit, and it isn’t a fee that SIZA profits from. Rather, it provides the option…
Building Confidence in South Africa’s Ethical and Sustainable Supply Chains
The Sustainability Initiative of South Africa (SIZA) was established in 2008 in response to growing global demand for ethical and sustainable agricultural practices in South Africa. Initially focused on fair labour standards, SIZA was created to support fresh fruit farms, packhouses, and processing facilities in meeting both local legislation and international market expectations. From the…
Compliance Doesn’t Take a Holiday
Preparing for a Smooth Start to the New Year As a continuous improvement programme, SIZA emphasises that compliance is an ongoing journey, one that extends throughout the holiday season. This doesn’t mean businesses must constantly implement new requirements. Instead, it highlights the importance of maintaining consistent practices, whether during peak operations or quieter periods. Whether…
Having Trouble Logging into Your MySIZA Account? Here’s How to Get Back Online Quickly
The SIZA team has recently noticed an increase in users experiencing login difficulties on the MySIZA Platform. In most cases, these issues can be resolved quickly, often without needing assistance from the support team. To save time and get you back online faster, follow the simple steps below: Double-check your login details Ensure you use…
