Food Safety and Quality Control for Fall Production – Post-Harvest Risk Management

Prepare for a productive fall season by learning practical post-harvest food safety and quality control strategies at this hands-on workshop hosted by the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association.

As cool-season greens, storage crops, and season extension systems come into production, effective post-harvest handling becomes critical for maintaining quality, reducing losses, and meeting food safety standards. This workshop combines technical assistance, hands-on demonstrations, and peer learning to help farmers strengthen their post-harvest systems and prepare for increased production and sales.

Participants will learn how to:

Apply Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) for post-harvest handling, storage, and transportation of fresh produce
Evaluate current post-harvest systems and identify practical infrastructure improvements
Improve food safety and quality control processes
Prepare farm operations for increased fall harvest volume and market demand