FDA Guidance Documents to Industry Issued for the FSMA Produce Safety Rule
While the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human …
Food Safety & Processing
FSMA Produce Safety Rule for Small Farms Seminar Dinner
5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019 N.C. Cooperative Extension, Durham County Center 721 Foster St. Durham, NC Have you heard about the new set …
Avoid Norovirus During the Holidays
People who study foodborne illness don’t get foodborne illness. Right? I thought that because I knew so much about preventing foodborne …
Making Sure Holiday Meals Are Ready on Time and Handled Safely
I’m one of those people that generally wants to know exactly how to do things the way they’re intended …
A Holiday Gift That Shows You Care
Nothing says “I care about you” like giving a thermometer for a holiday gift. No, seriously. A few years ago, after …
Safely Savor the Season at Your Next Holiday Gathering
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Why You Need a Food Thermometer on Thanksgiving
A few years ago, after I started working in food safety, I had this brilliant idea to get my …
Guidance for Industry: Evaluating the Safety of Flood-Affected Food Crops for Human Consumption
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided guidance for situations under which farms may be affected by flooding …
Prepare for Food Safety During Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence is headed our way, so take time to make sure your food and beverages will be safe …
New Local Food Systems Online Professional Development Certificate Courses
Are you interested in learning more about local food systems? Do you work with local food projects, but are …
Overview of Changes to the USDA Harmonized GAP Audit Workshops
These workshops are designed to provide growers with an overview of the recent changes to the USDA Harmonized GAP …
North Carolina Produce Safety Professionals Conference
The NC Fresh Produce Safety Task Force hosted the NC Produce Safety Professionals Conference on March 14, 2018 from 8:00 …
2018 Water Analysis Cost Share Program for Farmers
Growers who test their water supply as part of a pre- and post- food safety program may apply for …
2018 Good Agricultural Practices Certification Assistance Program
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) has developed the Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Certification Assistance …
Participate in the Upcoming Produce Safety Alliance's Water Summit
Why is this meeting relevant to the Produce Industry? Water used during the production of fruits and vegetables represents a …
Information Session for Small Farmers and Agribusinesses
Cooperative Extension at the Durham County Center On February 13, 2018, and on March 5, 2018, Durham County Cooperative Extension …
Small Food Processors: 2018 Preventive Controls for Human Food Courses
NC State Extension is offering training and assistance to small food processors on preventive controls for human foods. The course …
Special Poultry Processing Exemption Extended Another Year
In an effort to support poultry farmers across the state, Dr. Beth Yongue, Director of NCDA&CS Meat and Poultry …
FSMA for Small Farms: Six Steps to Safe Food and Legal Sales Workshop in Alexander County
The FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) for Small Farms workshop will cover 6 Food Safety Practices essential for maintaining …
Scholarships Available From the Rural Food Center to Attend PSA Grower Trainings
The Rural Center through the Rural Food Business Assistance Project is offering scholarships for current and aspiring entrepreneurs that are …
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