Safety Trainings

Iowa GAP Programapples on a tree

The Produce Safety Alliance Grower trainings co contains most current information on the FSMA Produce Safety Rule and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs). This training is recommended for anyone interested in a GAP audit for their farm.



Farmers' Market Programfarmer's market pdf image

Farmers markets are increasing in number. The USDA reports more than three million consumers shop yearly at farmers markets, wi'th approximately 30,000 small-scale farmers earning some or all of their income selling their produce locally. Customers like the appeal of connecting with the farmer and knowing where their food comes from.



University Farms Programperson in a field

Food safety with fresh produce has been an increasing concern in recent years. This online training is meant to educate untrained workers on safe food production handling.  It teaches identification of biological, physical, and chemical hazards within the field.



School Gardens Programchild holding a plant

School gardens can be an important element of student learning about the food they eat. Food safety with fresh produce has been an increasing concern in recent years. This online training is meant to educate students and their instructors on safe food production handling.  It covers the identification of biological, physical, and chemical hazards within the garden.