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Agrifood Safety
Providing resources and assistance to fresh produce growers on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule.
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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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Deadline for commenting on draft guidance on Produce Safety Rule approaches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The FDA is accepting feedback around newly issued draft guidance regarding the Produce Safety Rule.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! -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Do you run a food-related business? Check out the new MarketMaker web tool: Part 1
Published on December 11, 2018
MarketMaker has a new look and has been updated with new search features to link food markets across the U.S. -
Creating an online Profile easy as 1, 2, 3, 4 on the New MarketMaker: Part 2
Published on December 11, 2018
Food-related business operators can easily set up online profiles on the new and improved MarketMaker in just a few steps. -
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. -
Great Lakes EXPO will include free medical evaluation service for using respirators
Published on November 20, 2018
The Worker Protection Standard requires a medical evaluation before fit-testing or using respirators on the farm. -
Laws about pesticides: Residues
Published on November 2, 2018
Many consumers wonder about the safety of pesticides in our food system. Let’s explore the various laws in place to help keep our food supply safe. -
Assisting produce growers in complying with farm food safety laws
Published on October 1, 2018
Growers have the option to enroll in the On-Farm Readiness Review, a voluntary, confidential verification program by trained individuals to ensure compliance. -
Avoiding food safety issues with frost-free hydrants
Published on August 21, 2018
Choosing the right frost-free hydrant can reduce food safety risks in the water they emit. Learn the problems of a typical frost-free hydrant and tips on how to avoid them. -
Can I sell this? The Michigan Cottage Food Law
Published on June 25, 2018
Learn how you can sell food that you make at home under Michigan's Cottage Food law. -
What is considered a farm under the FSMA Produce Safety Rule?
Published on June 18, 2018
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule defines a farm by its activities of growing, harvesting, packing or holding crops. Let’s explore some of the small but challenging aspects of that very simple definition. -
Reducing waste one straw at a time
Published on June 4, 2018
Getting rid of plastic straws in the U.S. is a goal of several current social media campaigns. -
Understand your farm labor costs using labor logs
Published on June 4, 2018
Knowing your farm's inputs can help you make decisions about how to sell your product to make the most profit. -
What are our responsibilities regarding food allergies?
Published on May 24, 2018
Knowing what food allergies are and the responsibilities of manufacturers, retailers and individuals can help prevent potentially fatal consequences.
