Learn the requirements and regulations for safely producing food products as a business.
You’ve decided to take that old family recipe ...
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Foodborne illnesses affect nearly 48 million people on a yearly basis. Food safety is a primary concern not only for consumers but for growe...
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News reports on recalls from retail stores and foodborne outbreaks related to contaminated food have increased in recent years. Consumers ar...
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The Alabama Cottage Food Law went into effect in 2014 and was revised in 2021. The law states that individuals can produce certain n...
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An Alabama growers permit is a marketing expansion tool that allows Alabama growers to sell directly to consumers without having to pay lice...
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Food safety should be your first consideration in preparing food for your family or for your customers. Before you start to prepare your pro...
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Attractive food products sell better. Attractiveness applies to both the appearance of the food and how it is packaged or displayed....
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Meat sanitation practices reduce spoilage and provide a longer product shelf life. Learn processes to prevent contamination an...
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Each growing season, producers must decide how and where to sell their crops. Farmers markets, grocery stores, roadside stands, and wholesal...
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Benefits of Produce Safety Training
Produce safety training is not just about produce safety. Implementing practices required by auditors i...
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