Program Rules and Procedures
Rules and requirements for the Non-GMO Project Product Verification Program (PVP).
Announcements
Version 1.1 of Rules and Procedures was released on March 31st, 2023.
Rules and Procedures
This document outlines PVP requirements, including registration with the Project, process requirements for verification, and procedures specific to different phases of a Participant’s life cycle in the program.
Program Rules Overviews
Supplementary education materials that cover specific rules with highlights and examples. Learn more by clicking the topics below!
Licensing
The Non-GMO Project Trademark License and Program Participation Agreement (Licensing) is a contract between the Project and a Participant outlining terms regarding use of the Project’s trademarks and participation in the PVP.
Annual Renewals
Every Verified Product in the PVP will have an annual renewal evaluation administered by the Participant’s Technical Administrator (TA) to ensure the Product is compliant under the current Non-GMO Project Standard and Program Rules and Procedures.
Late Renewals
Every Verified Product in the PVP undergoes an annual renewal evaluation administered by the Participant’s TA. Sometimes renewals are held up for a Participant by documentation or information delays from their suppliers or an open Major Non-conformity.
TA Transfers
Participants in the PVP may transfer Verified Product(s) that have no unpaid balances or open non-conformities from one TA to another.