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Resource | Fact Sheets The Food Safety Modernization Act and the Produce Safety Rule

This factsheet provides information on "Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption.".

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08/29/2023
Resource | Fact Sheets An Overview of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs)

This fact sheet provides information on Good Agricultural Practices, recognized practices intended to prevent the microbial contamination of fresh produce, and how these practices apply to purchasing and growing local food products for farm to school activities. 

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08/29/2023
Basic page Implementing Farm to School Activities: Food Safety

This page contains a list of food safety resources organized by topic area that provides basic definitions of food safety terms and links to sites with more information. These resources may be used by school food service as well as growers.

05/12/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance Get the Facts About Food Safety

Each year, a growing number of schools are sourcing and serving safe, locally grown foods from nearby farmers or school gardens. Misconceptions about food safety should not keep schools from enjoying these nutritious and fresh food options. Get the facts with this quick reference sheet.

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02/18/2020
Resource | Webinars/Videos Planning Toolkit - Food Safety

In this webinar, we’ll share local food safety best practices, including identifying safety measures for school gardens and school salad bars.

03/03/2016
Page updated: October 14, 2021