SZAP(SZ:000061) Jing Ji Guan Cha Bao·2025-12-20 03:59Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has introduced the "Management Measures for the Quality Safety Commitment Certificate of Agricultural Products," effective from February 1, 2026, to enhance agricultural product quality safety and compliance with the revised Agricultural Product Quality Safety Law [1][2]. Group 1: Background and Purpose - The introduction of the quality safety commitment certificate system is a significant innovation to ensure agricultural product quality safety, responding to new requirements and conditions [2]. - The 2022 revision of the Agricultural Product Quality Safety Law mandates the establishment of the certificate system, requiring producers and cooperatives to issue, receive, and retain certificates [2]. - The new measures aim to clarify responsibilities, improve quality control, and facilitate the connection between production and market access [2]. Group 2: Key Contents of the Measures - The measures consist of 22 articles focusing on four main areas: the scope of issuance, responsibilities of different entities, labeling and issuance methods, and legal responsibilities for violations [3]. - The certificate management primarily applies to vegetables, fruits, tea leaves, live livestock, eggs, and aquaculture products [3]. - Different responsibilities are outlined for producers, cooperatives, and purchasers regarding the issuance and retention of certificates [3]. Group 3: Issuance and Retention of Certificates - Producers and cooperatives must issue certificates based on production batches and maintain records for at least six months [4]. - Purchasers must collect and retain certificates, especially when mixing or repackaging products, and also keep records for a minimum of six months [5]. - Farmers are encouraged to issue certificates when selling products, with local agricultural departments providing support and services [4]. Group 4: Implementation Measures - The Ministry will develop and publish a standardized certificate format, ensuring practicality and security [6]. - Comprehensive training and guidance will be provided to agricultural producers to facilitate understanding and compliance with the new measures [6]. - Enhanced inter-departmental collaboration will be established to ensure effective application and integration of the certificate system with product traceability and credit supervision [6].