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October 28, 2019
2019-2020 Registration for FSMA Produce Safety Rule
Who should attend?
Farmers who...
Need to comply with the FSMA produce safety rule, e.g., producers growing leafy greens, tomatoes, berries, cucumber, etc.
Are exempt from the rule but need to comply due to buyer requirements
Want to remain up-to-date with the FSMA regulations and how to comply with them
Need to attend a food safety training to maintain a food safety certification
What will you get from attending this workshop?
In-depth understanding of the requirements of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule
Completion certificates required to comply with the rule
Guidance regarding food safety risks and how to mitigate them
Explanation of the MD Department of Agriculture's role in implementing the rule
Cost: $25
University of Maryland Eastern Shore- 12/4/19 Princess Anne, MD Register here
Harford County- 1/24/20 Street, MD Register here
Montgomery County- 2/6/20 Derwood, MD Register here
Garrett County- 3/5/20 McHenry, MD Register here
USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline: 1-888-MPHotline
The USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline can personally answer your food safety questions on weekdays year-round.
The Hotline receives more than 80,000 calls yearly. This toll-free telephone service, which began July 1, 1985, helps prevent foodborne illness by answering questions about the safe storage, handling, and preparation of meat, poultry, and egg products.
Food Safety Questions? Call the USDA Meat and Poultry HotlineIf you have a question about meat, poultry, or egg products, call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline toll free at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854). The Hotline is open year-round Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET (English or Spanish). Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. Check out the FSIS Web site at www.fsis.usda.gov. Send email questions to MPHotline.fsis@usda.gov. Ask Karen! (AskKaren.gov | PregunteleaKaren.gov ) |
**Our website is currently being updated. As we slowly build our website, we will have trusted (peer reviewed) fact sheets and advice to reduce your family’s chances of experiencing a foodborne illness. Thank you for your patience.**
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