HACCP/Food Safety Plans

April 13 - April 14, 2017


Harvest New York Specialists Carl Moody and Anika Zuber will be teaching this course where participants will take a hands-on approach to learning about HACCP and Food Safety Systems. Participants will break up into groups and you will receive guidance in developing specific plans for your facility. At the end of the workshop you will have a good start to developing Food Safety Systems. We will also assist in meeting FSMA and 3rd party audit requirements.

Time and agenda to be announced soon.

For more information about this event, contact Anika Zuber or Carl Moody. Registration questions should be addressed to Louise Felker.

No upcoming events at this time.

Community Gardens Soil Testing Program Accepting Applications

Soil testing supports the growth and expansion of community gardens by protecting the health and safety of the food produced in these gardens. CCE Harvest NY, in partnership with the NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets (AGM) and the Cornell Soil Health Lab, is offering eligible, food-producing gardens in New York State the opportunity to send soil samples for testing without charge.

The soil test will analyze samples for heavy metals and nutrient levels. Test results help gardeners make appropriate plans to produce high quality fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Technical support and education for participating growers will be provided by the CCE Harvest New York team. Learn more about the 2025 Community Gardens Soil Testing Program.

New York Urban Farms Sustainable Pest Management Fact Sheet Series

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