Implementing Good Practices Programs to Encourage Production of High-Quality, Safer Produce in Mississippi
MSU Affiliation
Extension Service (MSUES); Coastal Research and Extension Center
Creation Date
2026-06-30
Abstract
Fifty-four growers/producers attended four 1-day good agricultural practices (GAP) and good handling practices (GHP) workshops at four locations in Mississippi. Pre- and postworkshop survey data indicated that the participants' food safety knowledge increased by 15%. Furthermore, the workshops helped producers develop their own food safety plans. The workshops also trained the producers to be prepared for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) GAP and GHP audits. To assist producers in preparing for these audits, two mock audits were conducted after the workshops. As a result of the program, several producers became ready to be audited, and at least one producer became USDA GAP certified.
Publication Date
8-1-2016
Publication Title
Journal of Extension
Publisher
Extension Journal, Inc. (EJI)
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Rights
© 2016 Extension Journal Inc.
Recommended Citation
Mahmoud, B. S., Stafne, E. T., Coker, C. H., & Bachman, G. R. (2016). Implementing Good Practices Programs to Encourage Production of High-Quality, Safer Produce in Mississippi. Journal of Extension, 54(4), Article 18. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.54.04.18
