Introduction to SFP

SFP stands for Sustainable Fiber Program. The program aims to bring the textile and fashion industries closer together in a way that preserves people's livelihoods and happiness, reduces poverty, and at the same time minimizes the impact on the economy and the environment. The program provides innovative and economically viable opportunities for farmers, workers, consumers and policy makers and other stakeholders.

Objectives of the Sustainable Fibre Programme

The goal of SFP certification is to approach the fashion and textile industries in a way that helps protect livelihoods and human well-being by eradicating poverty, while minimizing impact on the environment.

This standard deals with:

- Welfare on labor rights of farmers and reasonable price system.

- Environmental concerns include GHG by reducing pollutants in use, conserving water and energy creating a safer, sanitary and better working environment.

- Utilize in a fair and transparent socio-economic way.

Subjects of the Sustainable Fibre Programme

- Farmers' welfare in terms of labor rights and a fair price system to improve their working conditions.

- Environmental concerns, including GHG emissions by reducing pollutants in use, conserving water, energy for better conditions of safety, sanitation birth and work.

- Outcomes are delivered in a fair and transparent manner, socially and economically viable throughout the chain of custody.

- This standard covers all natural fibers of agriculture as well as of animal origin for sustainable development.

- Natural fibers from agricultural practices: (stems, roots, leaves, seeds, bark, flowers etc.)

- Natural fibers from breeding practices: Wool of animals such as sheep

- Natural fibers from insect farming: Raising larvae for fibers like silk.

- Tracking and traceability of raw materials from certified production.

The sustainable yarn certification system is based on three pillars of sustainability - environmental protection, social justice and economic viability. This standard focuses on the application of locally and regionally recognized agricultural and livestock best practices. They are simply combining good ingredients and managing the list of approved chemicals in recommended dosages. Social criteria, training and focus on sustainable productivity. It takes into account the entire chain of custody, from yarn produced through to sale using traceability software like Trace 'N Trade.

Finally, it has fiber quality parameters - making contamination with unstable fibers easily identified by laboratory analyses.

Benefits of Enterprises with SFP certification

On the Enterprise side:

Businesses that are SFP certified for their silk products help build their brand and reputation in the eyes of their customers. Prove to customers that the products made are of good quality and are environmentally friendly.

SFP certification also helps businesses develop sustainably thanks to the safe and environmentally friendly production and processing processes as well as being socially responsible, demonstrating ethical business.

Product costs are higher than similar products due to SFP certification, thereby increasing revenue and profit in the long run.

For the end consumer:

SFP certified products will make consumers feel secure when using because they are made completely natural, friendly and good for human health.