Food Standards Australia New Zealand has called for submissions on a report looking at the safety of fresh produce including fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, tree nuts and edible flowers.
FSANZ Chief Executive Officer Steve McCutcheon said this work was part of a series of national food safety standards which apply throughout the food supply chain – from paddock to plate.
“Surveys show that the horticulture sector does a good job in managing food safety risks associated with fresh produce,” Mr McCutcheon said.
The majority of fresh horticultural produce grown in Australia is produced under industry-based food safety schemes. However, food safety hazards can occur which can cause illness in the community and costs to industry.
FSANZ is exploring if regulatory or additional non-regulatory measures are needed to manage these hazards in conjunction with existing schemes.
The closing date for submissions is 21 May 2012
FSANZ is exploring if regulatory or additional non-regulatory measures are needed to manage these hazards in conjunction with existing schemes.
Comments are invited from government agencies, industry and consumers.
See Also :
FSANZ Proposal P1015
Guide to making a submission
Industry and Government comments
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