The comment period for the proposed changes to the LGMA-approved metrics related to harvesting equipment sanitation (Issue 8) and a small update to the water section (Issue 6) for alignment with the FSMA final rule on agricultural water will open on Monday, June 3 and close on Tuesday, July 2.
To submit your comments:
- Visit the Leafy Green Guidance website: https://www.leafygreenguidance.com/
- In the Home tab, scroll down to the “Submit Comments” section.
- Download the “Working Drafts” under Important Documents.
- To leave comments, use the Word function “New Comment” to provide details on how the comment will enhance food safety, along with the rationale behind the comment. Comments without rationale will not be considered.
- When you are ready to submit, please submit your document and additional information by clicking the “Submit a Comment” button. This will take you to a form where you can attach a new version of the working draft with your comments.
On July 11 at 1 p.m. PT, Western Growers will host a web discussion surrounding all submissions received during the Harvesting Equipment Sanitation comment period. During the web discussion, proposed changes to the LGMA-approved metrics will be publicly presented by the corresponding submitter with open dialogue allowed for all attendees.
If you have questions, please contact Gustavo Reyes at [email protected].