What does the red tractor symbol mean?
What does the red tractor symbol mean?
The Red Tractor logo represents 20 years of driving world leading British food standards. Since 2000, we have worked closely with animal welfare experts, vets, agronomists and the entire supply chain to ensure that whenever you buy a product with the Red Tractor logo, it is traceable, safe and farmed with care.
Who owns Red Tractor?
From 2018 onwards, the scheme gained increased media attention after multiple organisations captured routine animal abuse happening at multiple Red Tractor assured farms….Assured Food Standards.
| Formation | 13 June 2000 |
|---|---|
| Chief Executive | Jim Moseley |
| Main organ | AFS board (Chairman – Christine Tacon ) |
| Parent organization | NFU |
Who owns Red Tractor Foods Australia?
Red Tractor is now owned by UK farm representative groups like the National Farmers’ Union and Agriculture, Dairy UK and Horticulture Development Board and the British Retail Consortium which represents 80 per cent of UK retail trade by turnover.
What does Red Tractor certified mean?
Only produce from Red Tractor (or equivalent) certified farms can hold the Red Tractor logo. This means it can be traced right back through the supply chain to the British farms it came from. Animal welfare is the number one priority for all Red Tractor livestock farmers.
What is the welfare of Red Tractor farm animals?
The welfare of Red Tractor assured farm animals is integral to our standards. We ensure they are healthy with the right living space, food and water. Red Tractor farmers are also required to have regular visits by vets to ensure the wellbeing of their animals.
How does Red Tractor work?
How Red Tractor Works… Founded in 2000, Red Tractor is a world-leading food chain assurance scheme that underpins the high standards of British food & drink. We are the flagship logo of British food & farming, providing assurance at every stage of the production process, from farm to pack.
How many inspections does a red tractor Inspector conduct a year?
These inspectors are all appropriately trained and sufficiently experienced – together, they conduct over 60,000 inspections a year. The Red Tractor logo can only be used on food that has been produced, transported, stored and packed to Red Tractor standards and licensing rules.
