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Consider the risks associated with animal intrusion in fields before harvest
Published on November 4, 2019
Learn more about the risks associated with the three main types of animal intrusion a grower may find during a preharvest wildlife assessment.
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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.
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The next step to FSMA compliance: On-Farm Readiness Review
Published on May 15, 2019
How ready are you to being Food Safety Modernization Act Produce (FSMA)-compliant? Find out with the On-Farm Readiness Review.
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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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Deadline for commenting on draft guidance on Produce Safety Rule approaches
Published on April 18, 2019
The FDA is accepting feedback around newly issued draft guidance regarding the Produce Safety Rule. The deadline to comment is April 22!
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Water system mapping for food safety
Published on February 20, 2019
Though not required by the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule, a water system map can be very helpful in an inspection. Here are some key features to include in a water system map.
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Water system food safety inspections
Published on February 11, 2019
There are several concerns regarding a water system inspection from a food safety perspective and compliance to the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule.
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Don’t wait for the water to clear regarding FSMA water testing requirements
Published on February 1, 2019
Take the time to learn and align your current practices with those currently finalized in the Food Safety and Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule water section.
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Find the right water testing lab for Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule compliance
Published on January 16, 2019
Although the Food Safety Modernization Act has added new testing methods to the approval list, finding the right lab still isn't easy. Use this map to find a lab near you.
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Worker training recordkeeping under FSMA Produce Safety Rule
Published on December 7, 2018
Very few records are required under the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule. However, work training records are important. Here are several resources to better understand worker training.
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