In conjunction with funding support from the previous Department of Primary Industries and Energy's Agribusiness Program, AUFTAC developed the 1996/2000 Code of Practice for the Road Transportation of Fresh Produce. The Code of Practice focuses on delivering quality fresh produce to consumers and quality in service to customers. More than 400 codes are now in circulation in all sectors of the horticulture industry. Implementation is voluntary. AUFTAC members have fully endorsed the Code of Practice as a risk management strategy for all road transport businesses specialising in the distribution of horticultural products.

The AUFTAC Code of Practice manual is presented as a ring-back binder comprising three booklets.

Booklet 1: Scope, objectives, policy statement and interim minimum specifications for equipment.

Booklet 2: Series of recommended procedures based on "Best Practice", corrective action procedures, checklists and check sheets for monitoring and auditing systems.

Booklet 3: Technical support information specifically relating  to the transport of fresh produce within the Australian distribution system.

The 1996/2000 Code of Practice for the Road Transportation of Fresh Produce links into another industry accreditation program, "Trucksafe", conducted by the Australian Trucking Association. This program addresses vehicle maintenance, road safety , driver health issues and provides the opportunity for carriers to manage fatigue with the information programs. The Code of Practice is available for purchase to all members, manufacturers and other industry personnel at a charge of $100.00 per copy. The Code of Practice clearly defines the responsibilities of all parties involved in the distribution channel and addresses some of the areas that have caused concern to fresh produce carriers over the years