Why Food Safety Matters
Agricultural products move through complex and often fragmented supply chains. Each stage introduces potential risks related to handling conditions, storage, transport, and documentation accuracy.
Food safety failures rarely originate from a single mistake. More often, they result from small gaps that accumulate over time. Addressing these risks early allows trade to proceed with clarity rather than uncertainty.
Food Safety as Part of Trade Execution
At Terraviis, food safety is considered alongside commercial and operational decisions, not after them.
Before execution begins, key safety related factors are reviewed in parallel with contract structure and logistics planning. This integrated approach allows risks to be identified and managed while there is still flexibility to act.
By embedding food safety into trade execution, consistency is maintained from origin through delivery.
Supplier Qualification and Pre Trade Assessment
Terraviis evaluates suppliers based on practical criteria such as export experience, handling practices, and documentation discipline. The focus is on operational reliability under real trade conditions rather than theoretical compliance.
Clear expectations at this stage help prevent issues later in the supply chain.
Handling, Documentation, and Traceability
Accurate documentation is central to food safety management. Terraviis maintains structured records for each transaction, supporting traceability across the supply chain. Documentation aligns physical product movement with contractual and regulatory requirements, allowing verification when needed.
Traceability supports transparency and reduces friction during inspections or post delivery inquiries.
Logistics, Storage, and Transport Risk
Physical conditions during transport directly affect food safety. Terraviis works with logistics partners to align transport and storage practices with the specific requirements of each commodity. Attention is given to transit duration, container conditions, and environmental exposure.
Managing these factors consistently helps preserve product quality throughout the journey.
Inspection, Testing, and Verification
Verification requirements are determined by product characteristics, destination regulations, and buyer expectations. The objective is clarity and confidence, not procedural excess.
When applied appropriately, independent verification strengthens trust across the transaction.
Managing Issues and Corrective Actions
When concerns arise, Terraviis focuses on prompt communication, practical assessment, and proportionate corrective action. Issues are addressed directly with the relevant partners to limit impact and prevent recurrence.
Effective issue management is a key element of reliable trade execution.
At Terraviis, food safety is the measure of our professionalism.
Each transaction reflects disciplined execution – connecting global markets through trust, traceability, and transparent trade practices.
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Related Sustainability Areas
Food safety is part of a broader sustainability framework that includes responsible sourcing and ethical governance.