About FeedSafe®

The SFMCA operates FeedSafe® as the Quality Assurance Accreditation Program for the Australian stock feed industry.

All full (active manufacturer) members of the SFMCA arel be required to comply with FeedSafe® to retain their Association membership. The central aspect of FeedSafe® is a Code of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), which has been developed in conjunction with the Chief Veterinary Officers within each State, and the final document has Primary Industries Ministerial Council endorsement.

FeedSafe® requires feed manufacturers to meet minimum standards in relation to:

Premises and mill buildings
Personnel training and qualifications
Plant and equipment
Raw material sourcing and purchasing
Raw material quality and storage
Feed formulation and manufacturing
Product labelling
Loading, transport and delivery to clients
Product inspection, sampling and testing
Customer complaint investigation

To obtain FeedSafe® accreditation, feed manufacturers are required to undergo annual site audits, these being conducted by independent third party auditors.

FeedSafe® is a program aimed at increasing the commitment of the Australian stock feed industry to quality assurance and risk mitigation in the manufacture and use of animal feeds. The SFMCA through FeedSafe® has recognised the need for a broader industry approach to feed and food safety and is providing greater security of supply to Australia’s livestock industries.

® SFMCA October 2002