Intro to Produce Safety

Does the FSMA Produce Safety Rule Apply to Your Farm?

Try out this interactive tool to help you determine whether or not you're covered by the FSMA Produce Safety Rule.

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Figuring out how the FSMA Produce Safety Rule applies to your farm can be confusing. This interactive video will ask you a series of questions, with explanations for each, to determine if your farm is covered under the rule, excluded from the rule, or eligible for an exemption.

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Bacterial Growth Animation

This animation illustrates just how quickly bacteria can grow in the right conditions. Cleaning and sanitizing regularly is important in order to reduce bacterial growth and minimize the chances of contamination.

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