Agriculture, also known as farming, is the industry of cultivating animals, plants and other things to be used to meet requirements for food and living. This industry involves various steps from cultivating soil, growing crops and raising livestock to how these products are prepared and distributed around the world.

It is a heavily regulated industry to ensure quality of the goods, the safety of all involved as well as sustainable practices are utilised. The agriculture industry is constantly undergoing shifts and changes to technology all while facing the challenge of continually supplying a consistent end-product. Standards can guide practices and provide the framework for many of the activities and processes involved in the industry, while maintaining a safe and sustainable environment and improve efficiencies.