Food Safety

The FDA will be working cooperatively with the USDA to craft some general good agricultural practices for produce safety in general.  The major principles of prevention, intervention, response and control will be crafted for the key areas of contamination including soil and environment, water, control of wild and domestic animals, and worker hygiene as well as traceability and food defense principles.

Links for Information

Draft Guidances for Tomatoes, Leafy Greens and Melons - FDA

Food Safety Working Group - a cooperative interagency group

Guidance for Industry: Guide to Minimize Microbial Food Safety Hazards for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables - FDA

Safety Guidelines for the Fresh Tomato Supply Chain - NATTWG