UMaine Extension, UNH Extension offer free farm food safety planning
Harvested cranberries. Courtesy of University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Harvesting lettuce. Courtesy of University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Harvested cranberries. Courtesy of University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Harvesting lettuce. Courtesy of University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension are offering a free three-session introduction on farm food safety planning from 5–6:30 p.m. Feb. 2, Feb. 9 and Feb. 16.
“Farm Food Safety Planning Made Simple” topics include essentials needed in a farm’s food safety plan, farm-specific risks, best practices for standard operating procedures and hygiene, and record-keeping. A panel discussion will focus on the recall process with farmers and retailers. UMaine Extension and UNH Extension specialists and professional staff will lead the sessions.
The online sessions are free; preregistration is required. Register on the program page to receive the live session links.
For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Christina Howard, 207.570.2868; christina.howard@maine.edu
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