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XXX JULY 2016 THE SGS CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT NEWSLETTER FOCUS ON DANUBE AN SGS CORPORATE NEWSLETTER FOR AGRICULTURAL SERVICES Dear Customer, At SGS, we’re delighted that the 2016 harvest season for the Danube Region is about to start: the industry expects another busy – and interesting – export season. Once again, the outlook suggests large crop yields – although late rains in some areas may create possible quality concerns and delays to the harvest. For example, strong storms in Serbia had stopped the progress of harvesting at the time of writing this article. In addition, the districts that have noted the presence of fusarium will need to keep a close eye on quality and to monitor for toxins. SGS agronomists are presently scouting the production areas to gather information on the potential for yield, quality and diseases within the forthcoming crops. As soon as samples are available, our testing laboratories will be compiling data for input to our quality map and mycotoxin monitoring services. Employing 500 people full-time, all with a focus on the agricultural commodity supply chain, the SGS region-wide network of offices, laboratories and inspection resources continues to lead the industry. We believe a team approach is the best way to deliver high quality services to our customers. This is why we have fully aligned our activities in Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania to func- tion as “One Danube”. You can meet our unified local team in this issue, which will also update you on the latest developments, capabilities and new services available in the region. We hope you enjoy the articles and that you’ll get in touch with our regional team soon. PAUL HARRISON Vice President Trade & Logistics BULGARIA Mobile testing and data capture have been the focus for SGS in Bulgaria in 2016. Preparations are well underway for the 2016 harvest and new equipment for express testing of oilseeds has been installed, checked and calibrated, in Varna. Our new express analyser is uniquely able to conduct whole kernels analyses for the fat content of oilseeds, including sunflower seeds. In addition, testing can be carried out truck-by-truck during loading operations. Test results are then made available in our Goods Monitoring Tracing System (GMTS), as implemented by SGS at all ports. GMTS centralises all of the data within a single system that’s accessible via the web, making it easy and convenient to use from any location. The system also helps to improve the management of the logistical and quality control aspects of dry cargo accumulation, imports and exports. Access to this system has been given to main trading companies to follow the loading process in real time. MOBILE TESTING & DATA Launched late last year, our mobile testing service has been a success and we are now updating the software to accept data offline, as well as online, making it much easier to operate in areas where there is no internet connection. SPOT ANALYSES To help meet demand for faster testing turnaround times, the local team have introduced spot analysis services at Svishtov, on the Danube. With turnaround times as quick as 20 minutes, tests can be conducted on various grains for moisture content and the presence of mycotoxins. NEW EQUIPMENT Investment in new equipment for pesticide residue testing has increased the local capacity and enabled a reduction in turnaround times. ANELIA ANDREEVA Business Manager OFFICE TEAM Rositsa Dushkova ISCC/ Organic Certification [email protected] Elena Ivanova Back Office Assistant [email protected] Todor Koulev Senior Expert [email protected] Anelia Andreeva Business Manager [email protected] Gencho Kolev Expert [email protected] Iliana Karpatcheva Expert [email protected] Vanya Popova Expert [email protected]
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JULY 2016
THE SGS CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT NEWSLETTER
FOCUS ON DANUBE AN SGS CORPORATE NEWSLETTER FOR AGRICULTURAL SERVICES
Dear Customer,
At SGS, we’re delighted that the 2016 harvest season for the Danube Region is about to start: the industry expects another busy – and interesting – export season.
Once again, the outlook suggests large crop yields – although late rains in some areas may create possible quality concerns and delays to the harvest. For example, strong storms in Serbia had stopped the progress of harvesting at the time of writing this article.
In addition, the districts that have noted the presence of fusarium will need to keep a close eye on quality and to monitor for toxins. SGS agronomists are presently scouting the production areas to gather information on the potential for yield, quality and diseases within the forthcoming crops. As soon as samples are available, our testing laboratories will be compiling data for input to our quality map and mycotoxin monitoring services.
Employing 500 people full-time, all with a focus on the agricultural commodity supply chain, the SGS region-wide network of offices, laboratories and inspection resources continues to lead the industry.
We believe a team approach is the best way to deliver high quality services to our customers. This is why we have fully aligned our activities in Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania to func-tion as “One Danube”. You can meet our unified local team in this issue, which will also update you on the latest developments, capabilities and new services available in the region.
We hope you enjoy the articles and that you’ll get in touch with our regional team soon.
PAUL HARRISON
Vice President Trade & Logistics
BULGARIA
Mobile testing and data capture have been the focus for SGS in Bulgaria in 2016. Preparations are well underway for the 2016 harvest and new equipment for express testing of oilseeds has been installed, checked and calibrated, in Varna.
Our new express analyser is uniquely able to conduct whole kernels analyses for the fat content of oilseeds, including sunflower seeds. In addition, testing can be carried out truck-by-truck during loading operations. Test results are then made available in our Goods Monitoring Tracing System (GMTS), as implemented by SGS at all ports.
GMTS centralises all of the data within a single system that’s accessible via the web, making it easy and convenient to use from any location. The system also helps to improve the management of the logistical and quality control aspects of dry cargo accumulation, imports and exports. Access to this system has been given to main trading companies to follow the loading process in real time.
MOBILE TESTING & DATA
Launched late last year, our mobile testing service has been a success and
we are now updating the software to accept data offline, as well as online, making it much easier to operate in areas where there is no internet connection.
SPOT ANALYSES
To help meet demand for faster testing turnaround times, the local team have introduced spot analysis services at Svishtov, on the Danube. With turnaround times as quick as 20 minutes, tests can be conducted on various grains for moisture content and the presence of mycotoxins.
NEW EQUIPMENT
Investment in new equipment for pesticide residue testing has increased the local capacity and enabled a reduction in turnaround times.
ANELIA ANDREEVA Business Manager
OFFICE TEAM
Rositsa Dushkova ISCC/ Organic Certification [email protected]
Elena Ivanova Back Office Assistant [email protected]
Todor Koulev Senior Expert [email protected]
Anelia Andreeva Business Manager [email protected]
Gencho Kolev Expert [email protected]
Iliana Karpatcheva Expert [email protected]
Vanya Popova Expert [email protected]
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LABORATORY SALES & CUSTOMER CARE TEAMVeselka Pashova Laboratory Manager [email protected]
Teodora Hadzhijska Back Office Assistant [email protected]
Vihra Haynadzhieva Quality Manager Laboratory [email protected]
Sonja Ilieva Back Office Assistant [email protected]
Ivan Poroliev Back Office Assistant [email protected]
Silvia Stoyanova Back Office Assistant [email protected]
LABORATORY RESIDUES AND CONTAMINANTS TEAM
Genoveva Dukova Technician Vesela Serafimova Technician
Anna Tsaneva Technician Daniela Petkova Technician
Petya Dojcheva Technician Margarita Slavova Technician
Karmelina Petrova Technician Alexander Panayotov Technician
Vanya Shaleva Technician Krasimira Yordanova Technician
Ivanka Gospodinova Technician Alexander Ivanov Technician
LABORATORY GMO TEAM
Viktoria Vachkova Technician
Todor Najdenov Technician
LABORATORY MICROBIOLOGY TEAM
Ivelina Ayanova Technician
Georgi Manchev Technician
Radostina Slavcheva Technician
Miglena Manolova Technician
LABORATORY AGRICULTURAL TEAM
Yanka Stoyanova Technician Diana Marinova Technician
Tzonka Ilieva Technician Milena Kirilova Technician
Iglika Topalova Technician Ivajlo Ivanov Technician
Antoaneta Mireva Technician Elena Minkova Technician
Ginka Velcheva Technician Galina Stancheva Technician
Inna Hristova Technician
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HUNGARY
OFFICE TEAM
Edina Choma Administrator [email protected]
Ágota KissSeed & Crop Business Manager
Anett Lőrincz Administrator [email protected]
Anna János Administrator [email protected]
Dóra Gyarmati Administrator [email protected]
Adrienn Csizmadia Administrator [email protected]
Viki Váry Administrator [email protected]
Henrietta Makács Administrator [email protected]
Judit Kovács Administrator [email protected]
Kornélia Máji Administrator [email protected]
Ilona Szolnoki Sales Representative [email protected]
Ágnes Petrovics Administrator [email protected]
Gábor Párkányi Business Manager [email protected]
László Ádám Deputy of Head of Inspectors [email protected]
Orsolya lados Marketing [email protected]
István Löcze Head of Inspectors [email protected]
LABORATORY TEAM
Monika Szathmáry Deputy Head of Laboratory [email protected]
Irén Szováti Deputy Head of Laboratory [email protected]
Gabriella KorcsmárSlim & Laboratory Excellence Coordinator
Maria CzaparHead of the Micro & Molecular Biology
Gabor Ivanyi Head of Soil & Environment [email protected]
Henrietta Szopko Head of Analytical [email protected]
Judit Diosi Head of Seed & Crop [email protected]
Lajos Molnár Head of Laboratory [email protected]
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2016 marks SGS’s 25th year operating in Hungary. Established in 1991 with just 20 employees, today our Hungarian operations employ 200 people. In 25 years we have inspected more than 150 million metric tones (MMT) of grains and conducted more than 3 million analysis.
For 2016, the team is focusing on quality by helping clients to identify amounts that are high/low in Oleic acid, with a new ‘on-the-spot’ solution. Grains look the same whatever their oleic acid content, but now we can test them wherever they are in the trading process, enabling high to be separated from low, and prices optimised.
HYDROGEN PHOSPHINE – PH3EU rules limiting PH3 residues to just 0.1 ppm are challenging. We have launched a service, unique to Hungary, for the rapid testing and identification of PH3 traces in grain that has been fumigated during storage and/or transportation. On-the-spot testing, conducted during loading, helps to guarantee that goods will not be rejected at their destination.
GMO TESTING
Newly launched, SGS Hungary’s GMO testing services can identify GMO traits and contamination. We have invested in new equipment and staff to conduct the testing, and work is well underway to complete the full accreditation process.
ACCREDITATION
ISO 17025 accredited, our lab is one of the most advanced facilities in the country, and the scope of our analytical services includes more than 500 accredited parameters. We perform:
• Physical analysis • Chemical analysis • Heavy metals • Pesticide residues • Mycotoxins • Microbiological analysis
PESTICIDE SCREENING
Pesticide residue testing is an important part of our business. The pesticide screening list changes dynamically, and substances are added frequently. We ensure our capabilities are updated to match.
GÁBOR PÁRKÁNYI
Business Manager
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ROMANIAIn Romania, SGS has built on the successes and investments of 2015. More personnel and new equipment have allowed the team to focus on extending accreditations, reducing turnaround times and improving fumigation services.
We are pleased to announce that in addition to our existing capabilities, our pesticides and heavy metals testing services are now also ISO 17205 accredited.
SAMPLING ACCREDITATION
Sampling and analysis go together. To ensure that the highest standards are met and maintained, the team have standardised their sampling operations. As a result of their efforts, and following a successful audit, they are now ISO 17020 accredited for sampling.
LARGER LABORATORY
To cope with increasing levels of activity in Romania, the laboratory at Constanta Port has increased its capacity for protein and oil content analysis. At the same time, capacity for falling number, gluten, GI index and WPL testing has been doubled.
Many tests can be completed in 24 hours, including mycotoxins and heavy metals testing.
Testing and analysis for mycotoxins, aflatoxins, heavy metals, pesticide residues, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and moisture content continues as before.
FUMIGATION & PEST CONTROL
In Constanta, we now have a DDD (disinfection, disinfestations and deratisation) licence enabling us to conduct all pest control. We are also J Category GAFTA members and can perform fumigation by probe, in sleeves and J-system, or a combination of in sleeves and J-system.
NATIONWIDE NETWORK
Our network of offices, in Timisoara, Turnu Severin, Turnu Magurele, Craiova, Bucuresti, Giurgiu, Calarasi, Slobozia, Braila, Iasi and Suceava, offer fast and efficient access to all inspection sites. However, the biggest pool of inspectors is based at Constanta Port, where teams operate 24/7.
LABORATORY TEAMMirela Sima Laboratory Analyst
Simona Ancuta Chemist
Cristea Daniela Laboratory Analyst
Flavia Cioaca Chemist
Elena Giurgea Laboratory Analyst
Alina Moisei Chemist
Stefania Toader Laboratory Analyst
Serban Marinela Biologist [email protected]
Camelia Barbulescu Chemist [email protected]
OFFICE TEAMAlexandru Corijescu Commercial Representative [email protected]
Claudiu Iancu Division Manager [email protected]
George Furtuna Commercial Coordinator [email protected]
Daniela Pop Commercial Manager [email protected]
Cristina Ionut Commercial Coordinator [email protected]
Elena Ungureanu Commercial Representative [email protected]
Andreea Nita Commercial Representative [email protected]
CONSTANTA COMMERCIAL TEAM
Camelia Enache [email protected]
Irina Adumitresi [email protected]
Georgiana Irimenco [email protected]
CLAUDIU IANCUBusiness Manager
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OFFICE TEAM
Ana Mijic Administrative Associate [email protected]
Una Vajagic Administrative Associate [email protected]
Miodrag Miodragovic Business Development Manager [email protected]
Milana Vracaric Commercial Administrative Assistant [email protected]
Aleksandra Markovic Administrative Associate [email protected]
Tanja Vesnic Back Office Coordinator [email protected]
Jovan Zagorac Business Manager [email protected]
Aleksandar Legeza Coordinator [email protected]
Branislav Ilic Operational Manager [email protected]
Tamara Mihajilo Commercial Administrative Assistant [email protected]
Ana Radojicic Administrative Commercial Associate [email protected]
Jelena Markov Commercial Administrative Assistant [email protected]
Jelena Dujakovic Administrative Associate [email protected]
LABORATORY TEAMBranimir Maric Manager / QA
Andrijana Radic Technical Manager [email protected]
Marija Pusic Technician Dusica Sekulić Technician
Elena Kunevska Technician Valery Kozić Technician
Zoran Lazić Technician Darko Martinovic Technician
Mirjana Antelj Technician Miloš Stojanović Technician
Tatjana Radeljević Technician Tanja Crnogorac Technician
Christmas-Sharp Technician Jelena Petković Technician
SERBIASupporting the commodities trade across Serbia, SGS’s local team has developed new toxin mapping and pre-harvest analysis services, as well as invested in a new laboratory and its equipment.
TOXIN MAPPING
Toxin mapping involves the sampling and analysis of grains; for all our clients we will perform more than 200 analyses. The results deliver an understanding of what is present and what to expect of this year’s crops.
PRE-HARVEST ANALYSIS
Work begins well before the harvest. Inspectors visit fields seven day before the harvest is due to start. Samples are taken and returned to our lab for analysis. Once completed, the client is presented with a report detailing quality parameters, including:
• Protein (%) • Moisture (%) • Falling number • Foreign material (%) • Test weight (kg/hl)
JOVAN ZAGORAC
Business Manager
STARA PAZOVA LAB OPERATIONAL
SGS Serbia’s new laboratory facilities, opened in late 2015, and are now fully operational and equipped for the full range of quality and export analyses. Strategically located in Stara Pazova, this laboratory services the ports of Novi Sad and Belgrade (Pančevo). ISO 17025 accredited this has enabled the team to increase their sampling and testing capacity, as well as reduce turnaround times.
NEW EQUIPMENT
Investing in the future, a new PCR machine installed in 2016 enables the team to provide faster GMO testing, thereby also increasing capacity. This installation means the laboratory now has two PCR machines.
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QUALITY MAPS INFORMATION YOU CAN TRUST Every year SGS performs analyses of thousands of samples of new crops to provide customers with a clear understanding of crop quality.
Our experienced inspectors follow the harvest wave and take samples directly from the farmers’ locations/storage sites, thus giving our subscribers information about quality per country or region, long before the grains are in port.
HOW TO SUBSCRIBE
To subscribe, please contact your local SGS manager. Once payment is confirmed, you will receive a subscription code and password to access our internet platform.
HOW TO ACCESS DATA
Our customers are updated via an interactive map. Click on your chosen region to find a full list of quality test results per product (max., min. and average) and a grade for each product and region.
LABORATORY EXPERTISEOur ongoing investment in personnel, new equipment, new technologies and staff training, ensures we deliver services with ever greater accuracy and faster turnaround times, to add value to your business.
On average, each SGS laboratory in the Danube region conducts 40,000 analyses every year. With extensive expertise in the field of agricultural crops, food and soil, our staff conduct all testing in accordance with internationally recognised standards and methods for analyses, including:
• Physical • Chemical • Heavy metals
• Pesticide residues • Mycotoxins • Microbiological • Genetically modified organisms
(GMO) • Nutrition and food additives
ISO 17025 accredited, equipped with state of the art facilities and staffed by agriculture experts, our laboratory network extends across the Danube region and beyond, to 1,800 office and laboratory facilities around the globe. Our laboratories, located in Nyiregyhaza, Gdynia, Constanta, Stara Pazova and Varna are also Gafta and FOSFA approved.
ADDED VALUE THROUGH THE DANUBE
Independent and innovative, our scientists and technicians deliver tailor made added value services that help improve your business, including:
• Rapid turnaround times • Technical assistance • Key account management • Value-based pricing
With a presence in nearly every single region around the globe, our experts speak the local language, understand the culture of the local market and operate in a consistent, reliable and cost-effective manner.
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From: Resines, Aurelia (Geneva)Sent: Monday, July 06, 2015 5:01 PMTo: Biescas Jr., Rodolfo (Manila)
Aurélia Resines
Agricultural Services Marketing Manager
SGS1, place des Alpes CH-1211 Geneva 1
Phone: +41 (0) 22 739 96 23 Mobile: +41 (0) 78 611 52 01
Class 3: 34.6%
Class 2: 2.5%Class 1: 0.2%
Wheat Probes By Class
Wheat FN Chart (%)
Wheat Gluten Index Chart (%)Source:SGS AGRI
Region 1 Region 2 Region 3
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Class 5: 22.4%
Class 4: 40.3%
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PAUL HARRISON Vice President Trade & Logistics
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ENRIQUE CALDERON Customer Care Manager [email protected]
MARIA CARDONA Grain Coordinator [email protected]
AXEL HARMSENInternational Sales Manager [email protected]
DOUNIA AMAMOUSoft and Food [email protected]
PATRIZIA WEBER Guarantee Services Administrative Manager [email protected]
GENNADIY SHULGA Vice President Global Business Development [email protected]
DIDIER COLLET International Sales [email protected]
FREDERICO STEWARTGuarantee Services [email protected]
BRUNO WIDMERBusiness Development Manager
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