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Risks posed by cats on produce farms
Published on March 16, 2020
Many farmers rely on cats to control rodents on farms, limiting crop loss and reducing other produce safety risks from rodents. However, cats bring risks of their own. Here’s how you can reduce those risks. -
Building a HACCP team
Published on March 1, 2020
A good HACCP plan consists of more than one person writing something down and filing it in a binder to collect dust on the shelf. -
Why should I worry about clean breaks and lot sizes?
Published on February 24, 2020
Cleaning and sanitizing all food contact surfaces are required to establish a clean break. Learn what a clean break is and why it might be important to fruit and vegetable growers who grade, sort and store the produce they grow. -
Factors to consider when purchasing used produce processing equipment
Published on January 28, 2020
On-farm produce safety can be undermined with the wrong postharvest equipment. Consider these food safety concerns when buying equipment and come to an upcoming workshop on hygienic equipment design. -
Get RUP credits and ideas for the growing season with educational meetings in east Michigan
Published on January 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension’s 2020 winter meetings offer updates on pest and crop management as well necessary information on new regulations. -
Right to Farm Site Selection GAAMP needs local government attention
Published on November 19, 2019
Site Selection GAAMP provides opportunity for local government to lead discussions about urban agriculture and local food production, and work to accommodate this economic activity. -
Consider the risks associated with animal intrusion in fields before harvest
Published on November 3, 2019
Learn more about the risks associated with the three main types of animal intrusion a grower may find during a preharvest wildlife assessment. -
Blueberry pick bucket food safety practices on your farm
Published on July 29, 2019
Properly handling and storing blueberry pick buckets is extremely important in order to minimize bacterial growth. -
Animal based soil amendments: FSMA compliance tools for produce growers
Published on June 21, 2019
New resources for growers and educators help farmers meet new standards. -
Industry-specific produce safety guidelines
Published on May 1, 2019
Industry-specific produce safety guidelines, usually more rigorous than basic produce safety standards, only exist for a few crops. Learn which crops have them and how to answer audit questions when your crop doesn’t have them.
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