Food Safety for Farmers Markets: A Guide to Enhancing Safety of Local Foods

Surveys of market managers found that many had limited experience and most had no food safety plans for their markets.  Observational studies in markets have corroborated self-reported practices that could increase foodborne illness risks, including lack of handwashing, lack of access to well-mainta...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Harrison, Judy A. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2017, 2017
Edition:1st ed. 2017
Series:Practical Approaches
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1: An Introduction to Microorganisms That Can Impact Products Sold at Farmers’ Markets
  • Chapter 2: Food Safety Hazards Identified on Small Farms
  • Chapter 3: Potential Food Safety Hazards in Farmers’ Markets
  • Chapter 4: Food Safety Considerations for Fruit and Vegetable Vendors
  • Chapter 5: Food Safety Considerations for Meat and Poultry Vendors
  • Chapter 6: Food Safety Considerations for All Other Foods Sold At Farmers’ Markets
  • Chapter 7: An Overview of Farmers’ Markets in Canada
  • Chapter 8: An Overview of Farmers’ Markets in Australia
  • Chapter 9: Identifying Hazards and Food Safety Risks in Farmers’ Markets
  • Chapter 10: Establishing a Food Safe Market: Considerations for Vendors at the Farmers’ Market