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Laboratory Testing.
Verified Safety.

Microbiological testing, water analysis, and residue verification for food safety compliance.

GAP APP helps you manage testing programs — analysis is performed by accredited laboratories.

Overview

Why laboratory testing matters.

Laboratory testing provides objective verification of food safety controls. Unlike visual inspections, lab results offer measurable proof that your water, produce, and processes meet safety standards.

Effective testing programs are risk-based, strategically scheduled, and integrated with corrective actions.

All farms subject to FSMA Produce Safety Rule, GAP-certified operations, and HACCP-regulated facilities with buyer-specific testing requirements.

Key Areas

Key testing areas.

1

Microbiological Testing

E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, and indicator organism testing for water, produce, and surfaces.

2

Water Quality Analysis

Agricultural water testing for pathogens and compliance with FSMA Produce Safety Rule standards.

3

Pesticide Residue Analysis

Multi-residue screening to verify compliance with EPA tolerances and buyer MRLs.

4

Soil & Amendment Testing

Pathogen testing of soil amendments, compost, and inputs to verify treatment standards.

5

Certificate of Analysis Management

Organized tracking of lab reports, COAs, and compliance verification for audits.

Strategy

Strategic testing programs.

Risk-Based Testing

Strategic sampling based on water source risk, crop type, handling practices, and regulatory requirements.

Third-Party Verification

Independent lab results provide credible evidence for auditors, buyers, and inspectors.

FSMA Compliance

Water testing protocols aligned to FDA's Produce Safety Rule microbial quality requirements.

Pathogen Monitoring

Systematic environmental monitoring programs for high-risk operations like packhouses.

How We Help

Built for testing management.

Testing Schedule Management

Track required testing frequencies with automated reminders.

COA Repository

Centralized storage for lab results with compliance tagging and audit-ready organization.

Trend Analysis

Visualize testing results over time to identify patterns and seasonal risks.

Water Testing Logs

Document agricultural water sampling with source mapping and FSMA compliance tracking.

Audit-Ready Packages

Export organized testing records and COAs for GAP, HACCP, or buyer audits.

Corrective Actions

Link failed tests to corrective actions with root cause analysis and verification.

FAQ

Testing FAQ.

How often do I need to test agricultural water?
Under FSMA, frequency depends on your water source. Surface water requires initial testing then annual testing.
What lab should I use for food safety testing?
Use an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory with agricultural water and produce experience.
What happens if I get a failed water test?
Discontinue use, investigate, take corrective actions, and conduct verification testing.
Do I need residue testing if I don't use pesticides?
It depends on buyers. Some require periodic testing. Drift from neighboring farms can also occur.
Can GAP APP track testing schedules and results?
Yes. Schedule testing, upload COAs, track compliance, and generate audit-ready summaries.

Manage your testing program.

Track schedules, organize lab results, and maintain audit-ready COA documentation.

GAP APP provides testing management tools and is not a laboratory. Analysis is performed by ISO 17025-accredited third-party laboratories.