Green Practices Guideline for Livestock Sector

2.2 GUIDELINE IMPLEMENTATION To successfully integrate green practices into existing operations and processes, manufacturers in the livestock sector are recommended to follow the following three steps: STAGE 1: ASSESSMENT Understanding the Assessment Requirements: Familiarise yourself with the assessment criteria outlined in the Green Practices Data Collection Form (Appendix 2) for the six indicators described in Section 2.3. For the livestock sector, these indicators may include sustainable animal husbandry, resource conservation, waste management, community engagement, traceability, and responsible land use. Refer to the Indicator Instrument Factsheet (Appendix 3) for detailed information on each indicator, including goals, targets, terminologies, data sources, and collection methods specific to the livestock sector. Gathering Relevant Documents: Collect the necessary documents and records as evidence of green practices implementation in the livestock sector. These may include animal welfare protocols, feed and nutrition plans, waste management records, community engagement initiatives, traceability documentation, and certifications such as animal welfare or sustainable livestock certifications. These documents serve as proof of compliance with responsible livestock practices. Conducting the Assessment: Evaluate green practices according to the criteria established for each sub-indicator specific to the livestock sector. Present the relevant documents as evidence of implementation during the assessment process. Assign scores based on the criteria and calculate the overall mark for each indicator by multiplying the sum of sub-indicator scores with their assigned weightage. The weightage reflects the applicability and importance of the indicator to the livestock sector. The total score can be translated into a rating system, such as a star rating or a certification label, to communicate the level of sustainability achieved. 1 Assessment Set Targets for Improvement 2 Implement Green Practice 3 33 GREEN PRACTICES GUIDELINE FOR LIVESTOCK SECTOR