Anticipating the Final FDA Food Safety Rules

While waiting for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to finalize the Food Safety Modernization Act rules in the summer of 2015, we will gain a clearer picture in December 2014, when the third round of comments closes. Meanwhile many buyers, distributors and packers are already asking farmers to provide a food safety plan. How will farm operations be affected by FDA rules and the need for a food safety plan? What resources are available? This workshop will explore farm practices while completing a food safety plan and a third party audit. Bring a map of your farm to identify beneficial practices and areas of potential food safety risks.