How To Write a Farm Food Safety Plan

A strong food safety plan is essential for protecting your farm, your customers, and your business. In this workshop, experts guide you through the process of building a plan that meets regulatory requirements while being practical for your operation. Whether you're starting from scratch or improving an existing plan, this session provides the knowledge and tools you need.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Risk Assessment: Identify key food safety risks, from water use to worker hygiene, and learn how to manage them.
✅ Preventive Practices: Set up effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and recordkeeping systems.
✅ Traceability Systems: Implement simple methods for tracking crops from field to sale.
✅ Documentation & Compliance: Develop a written food safety plan aligned with FSMA and Commonwealth Quality Program standards.
About the Presenters:
👨‍🏫 Steven Pilis - MDAR’s Produce Safety Coordinator with nearly 8 years of experience in agricultural food safety.
👩‍🏫 Leah Jurman - NESFP’s Farm Manager, overseeing incubator farms and providing hands-on food safety training.