Food Safety
Audit checklists updated for Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices, GAP Plus+
The Agricultural Marketing Service is updating the USDA Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices and GAP Plus+ audit checklist. These updates become effective May 1, 2021 and will allow AMS’s GAP audit services to remain applicable and relevant... more »
On-farm Produce Safety website is now active in New Jersey
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher announced March 4 the Department’s new Produce Safety website is now active. The site provides information and frequently asked questions concerning the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA),... more »
Center for Produce Safety announces 2021 CPS Research Symposium
The 2021 Center for Produce Safety Research Symposium will take place online in a series of five weekly webinars beginning Tuesday, June 22. All sessions begin at 10 a.m.-noon PDT. There is a new agenda... more »
Food safety guide outlines laws, best practices for California urban farmers
Californians growing food in cities now have help understanding the food safety laws that apply to them. A free publication containing California-specific information on rules and regulations for urban farmers was recently published by the... more »
Online produce safety workshops set for Missouri fruit, vegetable growers
Missouri fruit and vegetable growers can enroll in upcoming no-cost or low-cost online produce safety training. Webinar topics include creating a food safety plan for USDA Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification, Food Safety Modernization Act... more »
Researchers seek insight into cyclospora risk in Southeastern water sources
A handful of Cyclospora cayetanensis outbreaks tied to U.S.-grown produce since 2018 have prompted several researchers to begin looking at possible domestic sources of the pathogen and potential industry risks. Among those is Mia Mattioli –... more »
Proposed FSMA traceability rule draws comments from PMA
The FDA is proposing to establish additional traceability record-keeping requirements (beyond what is already required in existing regulations) for persons who manufacture, process, pack, or hold foods the agency has designated for inclusion on the... more »
Pursue wise strategies when upgrading equipment
Considering an upgrade this spring to new-to-you equipment and materials? Here are some helpful hints: First, if you're considering purchasing used equipment, make sure you consider its previous use and whether that prior use included the... more »
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