2 Day Biological Soil Amendments of Animal Origin Workshop
If you use Biological Soil Amendments of Animal Origin (BSAAO) and are subject to the FSMA Produce
Safety Rule or the LGMA this workshop is for you! Come hear subject matter experts present on the
compost process, desert soil health, assessing soil amendment risk, regulatory compliance, LGMA metrics,
vermicompost, and much more! Attendees will also tour a commercial composting operation located in the
West Valley.
Course Date and Time:
Day 1
Tuesday, August 31st
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
*Lunch Provided
Day 2
Wednesday, September 1st
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
*Compost Operation Tour
FREE Workshop Registration:
* Space is limited, therefore we will register one person per company and any additional representatives will
be on the waitlist until further notice.
You must be present for each session on both days to receive your Certificate of Course Completion.
Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) credits will be available for those who attend the workshop.
Who Should Attend?
Arizona Growers, Food Safety Professionals, Cooperative Extension, Composting industry members
and those interested in learning about best practices regarding Biological Soil Amendments of Animal Origin.
Individuals who participate in the course are expected to gain a basic understanding of:
For more information please visit the Arizona Department of Agriculture Plants and Produce FSMA Website