The Flower Label Program ( FLP ) is a joint initiative of human rights organisations, labour unions, churches, flower producers and flower retailers. The FLP promotes the socially and environmentally responsible flower, fern, plant and foliage cultivation both in the northern and southern countries by setting universal standards.
The objective of the FLP standards is to improve especially
- Labour, Social, Health and Safety Standards
- Use of Pesticides and Chemicals
- Environmental Protection Standards
| Sub-Category |
Private Sector
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| Standard for |
flowers (roses, carnations, lilies, hydrangeas, ornithogalum, calla, foliage, limonium/statize)
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| Focus |
socially and environmentally responsible flower, fern, plant and foliage cultivation
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| Structure |
The International Code of Conduct (ICC) defines the universal standards, whereas the Guidelines give more detailed information on the specific objectives and requirements. When national law and the FLP standards address the same issue, the most stringent provision applies.
The Guidelines provide information for the implementation of improved working conditions in the flower, fern, plant and foliage farms. Companies improving working conditions by adopting these standards will benefit from enhanced consumer acceptance and improved market position.
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| Conformity Requirements |
FLP -certified farms have to fulfil the following criteria:
- Living wages
- Freedom of association
- Non-discrimination
- A Ban on child labour and forced labour
- Health care
- A ban on toxic pesticides
- Responsible handling of natural ressources
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| Auditing System |
The criteria of FLP are controlled by independent auditors. Human rights organisations and unions have the right to make spot checks.
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| Geographic Focus |
Retailer in Europe, producers worldwide
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| Website |
http://www.fairflowers.de/flp.html?&L=1
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