University of Maine Cooperative Extension and University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension plan to host an informational webinar about a new program for produce farmers to help them start or improve their farm food safety planning.
The program is set for 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, March 1.
“Jumpstart to Farm Food Safety” is a yearlong technical support program available by application to produce farmers in Maine and New Hampshire that includes an on-site visit, prioritizing needs and developing a food safety plan, according to a news release from the UMaine extension in Orono.
The webinar will be led by Rob Machado, UMaine extension assistant professor and food science specialist; Jason Bolton, extension associate professor and food safety specialist; and Mary Choate, UNH extension associate field specialist and food safety field specialist.
The webinar is free; registration is required.
To register, visit extension.umaine.edu.
For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Robson Machado at 207-581-3144 or robson.machado@maine.edu.
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