Standard Revision v3.0

About the Revision of the SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation and Performance Indicators

The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) is committed to driving sustainability in rice cultivation through the continuous improvement of our standards. In line with this commitment, the SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation v2.2 and the SRP Performance Indicator v2.1 are currently undergoing a comprehensive revision process. This revision is being conducted with reference to the ISEAL Code of Good Practice for Sustainability Systems, ensuring that our standards remain robust, credible, and aligned with global best practices. We are currently undergoing a comprehensive revision process.

 

The revision of SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation, currently version 2.2 into version 3.0, aims to integrate the latest scientific advancements, address ambiguities, enhance auditability, and strengthen focus on social factors like gender empowerment. It seeks to align with updated regulations, simplify data collection, and provide a modular structure for partners. The revision reflects stakeholder demand for a sustainability standard that supports market-based solutions and informs national policy while addressing global commitments like the UN Sustainable Development Goals.  

 

Objective: 

• Enhance Alignment with Evolving Policies and Regulations: Ensure the standard remains responsive to the changing global policy and regulatory landscape. 

• Strengthen Gender and Women’s Empowerment: Expand the standard’s focus to better address gender equality and women’s empowerment in sustainable rice cultivation. 

• Incorporate Stakeholder Perspectives: Integrate insights and experiences from all relevant stakeholders to create a more inclusive and representative standard. 

• Encourage Broader Stakeholder Engagement: Foster greater participation, acceptance, and recognition of the standard across diverse stakeholder groups. 

• Maintain Consistency with SRP Normative Guidance: Ensure the standard aligns with other SRP frameworks for a cohesive approach. 

• Facilitate Future Integration of Carbon and Ecosystem Services: Structure the standard to allow flexible integration of future modules, such as carbon benefits and ecosystem services, into the SRP Assurance Scheme. 

Standard Revision Progress

📢 2nd Public Consultation on Draft SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation version 3.0 Now Open!

The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2nd Public Consultation (PC) for the draft SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation v3.0. This marks an important step in the ongoing revision process aimed at enhancing the standard’s relevance, usability, and impact.

The updated draft reflects a comprehensive development process that includes valuable input gathered from the 1st Public Consultation, targeted stakeholder consultations involving producers, industry experts, and civil society, as well as field testing conducted in Indonesia. Additionally, recommendations from social experts have been incorporated to strengthen provisions on social responsibility and labor protections.

SRP invites all stakeholders and members of the public to contribute to this consultation. Your feedback is essential to ensure the revised Standard is practical, inclusive, and aligned with both global sustainability objectives and local farming realities.

 

Key Updates in the draft v3.0:

• Increased requirements: Expanded from 41 to 44 requirements, including:
  • Requirement 4: Innovative Climate Change Mitigation Technology – rewards for Producers implementing innovations to mitigate climate change
  • Requirement 29: Safe Use of Mechanization
  • Requirement 41: Working Conditions
• New mandatory foundations as pre-requisite requirements:
  • Risk Assessment
  • Grievance Mechanism
  • Remediation
• Differentiated Compliance Paths: Tailored pathways for smallholders and large producers to support inclusive adoption.
• Progress Recognition for Aspiring Producers: Introduction of “Aspiring Producers” who are on the path toward full sustainability compliance. Qualifying producers will receive a Progress Recognition Statement in the first two years.
• Strengthened Social and Environmental Safeguards: Enhanced focus on biodiversity protection, climate action, and labor conditions.
• Annexes Updates: Introduction of new annexes:
  • Annex C: Pesticide risk assessment checklist
  • Annex D: Guidance on climate change innovation requirements

📥 How to Participate

We welcome your input!
Please review the draft and submit your feedback using the form below by 19 June 2025.
👉 Feedback form

 

Resources for Review (Click on the documents to view)

1. Table of Changes from Version 2.2 to Version 3.0 (2nd PC Draft)
2. Draft SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation Version 3.0 (2nd PC Draft)
3. Annex C: Risk Assessment Checklist for Pesticide Management (revised after 1st PC) 
4. Annex D: Guideline on Innovation Requirement for Climate Change Mitigation
5. SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation (Version 2.2)

 

Next Steps:

• Comment Review & Revisions: Feedback from the 2nd Public Consultation will be thoroughly reviewed and addressed by the SRP Technical Committee.
• Launch of SRP Standard Version 3.0: The updated SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation (Version 3.0) is scheduled for launch following approval by the SRP Board, expected around October.

Standard Revision Thematic Focuses

The revision of the SRP Standard is being guided by three dedicated Working Groups (WGs), each focusing on key thematic areas crucial to sustainable rice cultivation. These groups bring together experts, stakeholders, and practitioners from across the rice value chain to ensure a holistic and inclusive revision process. 

 

Standard Revision Timeline

 

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Contact us

For inquiries about the Revision of the SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation and Performance Indicators, please reach out to us at assurance@sustainablerice.org