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September, 2025
FDA Updates Information Sharing for Foodborne Outbreaks and Investigations 

Earlier this month, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a significant shift toward greater data transparency in its handling of foodborne illness investigations. The agency will now routinely publish Executive Incident Summary (EIS) Abstracts and Foodborne Outbreak Overview of Data (FOOD) Reports once an investigation is complete.  Executive Incident Summary (EIS)…

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From the Western Growers Science Library: Transition Resources 

This article marks the latest installment of our “From the Western Growers Science Library” series. In this edition, we highlight Transition Resources, collection of Western Growers’ materials and other key industry resources to support leafy greens stakeholders during critical seasonal shifts.  These transitions are critical times for growers, shippers, and handlers as production…

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Updates on the LGMA Romaine Test & Learn Program Open Comment Period Webinar

Date: September 25, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM PT The California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) has extended the Romaine Test & Learn (T&L) Program for two additional years beyond its original 2025 conclusion. With this extension, new data reporting requirements and updates to Issue 17 metrics are now proposed. This webinar will provide: An overview of the program extension…

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From the Western Growers Science Library: Meet the Pathogens 

This article marks the second installment of our “From the Western Growers Science Library” series. In this edition, we focus on Meet the Pathogens, a collection of articles that highlight the most critical foodborne pathogens impacting the fresh produce industry. Developed by Joelle Mosso, AVP of Science Programs at Western Growers, the series provides science-based insights, practical…

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From the WG Science Library: Flooding Resources 

At Western Growers Science, we are starting a new effort called “From the WG Science Library.” In this series, we will revisit resources we have already published and bring them back to you, making sure you can easily find and use the guidance, tools and research that remain relevant today. This week, Flooding.  Flooding continues to be one of the most significant challenges to food…

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