Food Safety

The fresh fruit, nuts and vegetables produced by Western Growers members have long been recognized as an important component of a healthy diet. These products are typically grown outdoors. Although they may be vulnerable to contamination with pathogens that may be present in the natural environment, great care is taken by our member companies to prevent such contamination throughout the distribution chain. Our member companies employ robust food safety, quality and food defense systems to meet these ends.

The Food Safety portal assists Western Growers members and others with information to supplement and enhance food safety programs. We are committed to working collectively and collaboratively with our members, the regulatory and academic communities towards the common goal of a safe and secure food supply.

For questions and comments, please contact WG's Sonia Salas at ssalas@wga.com.

Upcoming Trainings, Conferences, and Seminars

HACCP Training

Date: January 12-14, 2010
Location: Zurich – Glendale, CA
For more information, visit:  Zurich HACCP Training

Food Plant GMP/Sanitation Workshop

Date: February 9-10, 2010
Location: San Diego, CA
For more information, click here or contact AIB International

HACCP Workshop

Date: February 11-12, 2010
Location: San Diego, CA
For more information, click here or contact AIB International

GAPs and HACCP Food Safety for the Fresh Produce Industry

Date: March 2-4, 2010
Location: Athens, Georgia
For more information, click here or contact the University of Georgia College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences at (706) 542-2574 

2010 Food Safety Education Conference

Date: March 23-26, 2010
Location: Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Georgia. This event is hosted by USDA and NSF
For more information, please visit: Food Safety Education Event