During the month of February, Western Growers facilitated the California LGMA priority setting process. The priority setting process consisted of five main steps:
- Selection of the Priority Setting Committee: A committee of nine participants, representing California, Arizona, LGMA staff, industry and academia, was chosen to lead the priority setting process.
- Topic Submission: 11 priorities were submitted by stakeholders for evaluation.
- Discussion Meetings: In-depth discussions were held to explore each priority’s implications and feasibility.
- Priority Voting: Following discussions, the committee voted to determine the most critical priorities.
- Priority Selection: Two key priorities have emerged from this process:
- Ag Water Standards
- Review of Type B to A water standards.
- Review variable water quality and sampling standards as they relate to generic E. coli.
- Harvesting Equipment Sanitation
- Harvest Equipment Sanitation – review key changes (initial process as part of a long-term effort)
- Ag Water Standards
For more information, visit leafygreenguidance.com. You can also access the Priority Setting report.
What’s Next?
Priority Working Group: Western Growers will facilitate industry representatives and subject matter discussions to generate comments and propose changes aligned with the selected priorities.
30-day Comment Period: Western Growers will open a 30-day comment period, inviting stakeholders to contribute their insights.
Web-based Discussion: After the comment period, a web-based discussion will be hosted to allow submitters to present their proposals and engage in constructive dialogue.