INCREASING FSMA COMPLIANCE IN THE NORTH CENTRAL REGION THROUGH BETTER CONNECTED, SUPPORTED, AND EDUCATED STAKEHOLDERS WHO WORK WITH UNDER-SERVED GROWERS AND PROCESSORS

Continue to facilitate communication between educators, regulators, outreach staff, and other stakeholders to develop and maintain an active and effective food safety growing and processing network.Continue to facilitate coordination between those working with under-served audiences to advance the knowledge of industry, academia, and regulatory personnel.Offer specific education/outreach for those who work with produce growers.Offer specific education/outreach for those who work with processors and cottage food operators.Implement actionable assessment and evaluation protocols for the Center and stakeholders.