The comment period for the proposed changes to the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA)-approved metrics related to the water metrics (Issue 6) opened on Monday, April 13, and will close on Wednesday, May 13.
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, 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 Wednesday, May 20 at 9 a.m. PST, Western Growers will host a web discussion surrounding all submissions received during the 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. The attendees will also be able to provide feedback on submitted comments and provide additional feedback to the working group.
Those who submit comments will be given the opportunity to participate in the webinar to give brief remarks/provide additional information.
If you have any questions, please contact Gustavo Reyes at [email protected].