What is the Changemaker Award?
At the GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024, we are launching a new program to celebrate global stakeholders who foster positive change in the world of farming. The inaugural Changemaker Award is centered on those who have made a significant contribution to society through their innovative practices and forward-thinking concepts.
Nominees represent three categories – producers, certification bodies, and retailers. Potential initiatives may include aspects such as responsible farming practices, industry innovation, smart approaches to resource efficiency, reduction in environmental impact, the well-being of communities and supply chain stakeholders, and much more!
Winners receive a commemorative award and a digital seal, as well as gaining brand exposure and widespread recognition for their achievements.
How can I apply for the Changemaker Award?
The application process for the Changemaker Award is now closed. Applications were accepted from 10 April to 30 June 2024. Please subscribe to our mailing list to stay up to date on future award opportunities!
What were the entry requirements?
Eligible applicants represent one of the three categories of producers, certification bodies, or retailers. While there was no requirement to be a GLOBALG.A.P. Community Member, producers must hold a form of GLOBALG.A.P. certification and certification bodies must be approved to audit GLOBALG.A.P. smart farm assurance solutions.
There was no entry fee in order to make the process accessible for as many stakeholders as possible, and no prerequisites or pre-defined criteria for evaluation. This approach was intentional to empower applicants and foster an environment where stakeholders can express their creativity through means which best showcase the uniqueness and impact of their initiatives.
The submission period closed on 30 June 2024.
Which topics does the Changemaker Award address?
Initiatives may connect with one or several of the GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024 themes, including for example: responsible farming practices, industry innovation and the future of farming, smart approaches to resource efficiency, reduction in environmental impact, social responsibility and the well-being of communities and supply chain stakeholders, and much more!
How were the nominees selected?
All submissions underwent comprehensive review and shortlisting by an internal panel of leaders composed of the FoodPLUS senior management and GLOBALG.A.P. Advisory Board members. Three applicants from each of the three categories – nine in total – were shortlisted and invited to the GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024 as nominees.
The award winners will be decided exclusively by GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024 attendees.
How do attendees vote for the award winners?
Shortlisted nominees and their award submissions are published ahead of the GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024 on the website and official event app (coming soon!).
Attendees are encouraged to actively participate in the voting process in the build-up to the event via the app, with one vote per category per attendee. This will ensure a seamless and accessible way for everyone to cast their votes and contribute to the selection of the award winners. Each attendee's voice carries equal weight.
Voting will close after the lunch break on the first day of the GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2024 (10 September).
Is there a prize for the award winners?
Winners will receive a commemorative award at the Evening Event on 10 September – providing on-stage recognition and a take-home award as a tangible symbol of success.