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The Produce Safety Team

October 14th, 2024

New Water Rules? We've got you Covered!

Phil Tocco | Michigan State University Extension

This past May, the FDA released their final pre-harvest water regulation. Growers who are subject to inspections by Michigan Department of Agriculture must still manage their pre-harvest water in a manner that will not endanger the public when they eat produce. However, how they assess their water quality has changed.

Rest assured that the Michigan On-farm Produce Safety Team has your back! Here are three ways we can help you learn more about the new pre-harvest water rule requirements.

PSA Grower Trainings Updated with the New Water Rule

Consider attending a PSA Grower Training - even if you have attended one before. The pre-harvest water module in the Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training has been updated to reflect the finalized rule.

Request an On-Farm Readiness Review

Schedule a time for us to visit your farm. An On-farm Readiness review or a farm consultation with MSU Extension and your local Produce Safety Technician is a free and easy way to learn more about the new requirements.

Request a FREE OFRR at your farm (Michigan Growers)

Have you heard about these other programs in Michigan?

Breanna Hannula | Produce Safety Technician

Michigan produce growers can take advantage of other programs to further natural resource management, organic practices, and food safety certification goals while benefiting from financial assistance.

Records Required to Comply with the FSMA Produce Safety Rule

Additional Resources and Low-Cost Training Opportunities

Produce Safety Text Messages

Online Produce Safety Supervisor Training ($100)

Michigan On-Farm Produce Safety Team

1715 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI 49202 | MSU Extension MACD Produce Safety Technicians

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