Produce - Articles - Page 27

A Long Row to Hoe for Safer Food

February 1, 2015

The proposed Produce Safety Rule takes an integrated and common-sense approach focusing on common actions effective in achieving safe produce.

Microbiological Safety of Fresh-Cut Produce from the Processor to Your Plate

August 1, 2014

Fruits and vegetables are prone to microbial contamination from a wide range of sources.

Food Safety and Farmers Markets

June 4, 2014

Although the farmers and market managers used many good practices, some practices being used may put consumers at risk for foodborne illness.

Produce Packers Query FDA Officials about FSMA Proposed Rules

September 6, 2013

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials provided insight on proposed rules for foreign supplier verification programs and the accreditation of third-party auditors during a Sept. 4 web seminar hosted by the United Fresh Produce Association, The Packer reported Sept. 5.

Challenges and Innovations for On-Farm Bacterial Testing

August 5, 2013

Diagnostic assays for on-farm use have different constraints compared with those used in traditional laboratory environment

Leafy Green Processing for Ready-to-Eat Salads

August 5, 2013

Washing cannot always make leafy greens safe, so the concept of homogeneity in all microbial testing is critical for the ability of samples to represent the lot.

Produce GAPs Harmonization: The Goal Is in Sight

June 1, 2013

The produce industry came together to reduce the audit burden that it had enabled by accepting and supporting a wide variety of food safety audit standards.