In the September 6, 2017, Federal Register, FDA announced the availability of a guidance for industry titled "Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption: What You Need to Know About the FDA Regulation: Small Entity Compliance Guide." The small entity compliance guide is intended to help small entities comply with one of the FSMA's final rules titled "Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption," which establishes science-based minimum standards for the safe growing, harvesting, packing, and holding of produce, meaning fruits and vegetables grown for human consumption. The final rule became effective January 26, 2016, but has staggered compliance dates starting January 26, 2017.
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