Tool aids food safety plan development

Produce wholesalers and distributors now have a new tool to develop food safety plans that comply with FDA regulations under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

“Wholesalers face many of the same food safety regulatory challenges that other members of the produce supply chain do under FSMA, but the unique nature of the wholesale produce business means the rules apply differently to these types of companies,” said Dr Jennifer McEntire, vice-president of food safety and technology, United Fresh Produce Association.  “It’s critical that wholesalers and distributors understand their responsibilities under the new rules, and this new publication provides step-by-step guidance on assessing how the rules apply to your operations and developing the appropriate company food safety plan.”