Produce Safety Alliance Training in Lynden

[Ide, Micha (AGR)]

Hello Whatcom and Skagit farmers!

 

We are looking for a few more folks to participate in an upcoming Produce Safety Alliance training in Lynden on March 4^th.  The course will provide a foundation of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and co-management information, FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements, and details on how to develop a farm food safety plan.

 

The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement for those farms that the rule covers, though it is extremely valuable for all farms that grow and sell fresh produce regardless of whether your farm is covered by FSMA.

 

Individuals who participate in this course are expected to gain a basic understanding of:

• Microorganisms relevant to produce safety and where they may be found on the farm
• How to identify microbial risks, practices that reduce risks, and how to begin implementing produce safety practices on the farm
• Parts of a farm food safety plan and how to begin writing one
• Requirements in the FSMA Produce Safety Rule and how to meet them.

 

When: Tuesday March 4^th; 8AM-5PM

Where: Steakhouse 9 Bistro & Lounge, Lynden

Cost: $50, includes lunch and handy reference book

 

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Please share with other farmers who you think may be interested!

 

Questions? Email Karen Ullman: kull...@agr.wa.gov

 

Thanks,

 

Micha Ide  |  Small Farm Direct Marketing Specialist
Pronouns: She/her

Regional Markets Program

Washington State Department of Agriculture

Cell: 360-867-8686  |  agr.wa.gov