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Forbes: U.S. Lettuce Industry Toughens Safety Mandates Amid FDA Chaos

On May 5, 2025, Mira Slott wrote the following for Forbes.com: Fresh produce industry frontlines its own rigorous, science-driven standards – epitomized by a self-funded enforcement model and data sharing program to keep lettuce safe, with broad applications.

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LGMA Featured on CBS Sunday Morning

The California LGMA was featured on CBS Sunday Morning last week covering the topic of food safety. Reporter David Pogue interviewed California LGMA CEO Tim York and grower-shipper Jack Vessey.

Working with Produce Buyers on Food Safety

Last week we were pleased to co-host an educational tour with Arizona LGMA based out of Yuma, Arizona. The tour was designed for those who work in food safety at grocery stores, restaurants and distributors.

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Advancing Food Safety Standards Through Science, Data & Continuous Improvement

Since the LGMA was established, crucial steps have been taken to protect consumers and enact solutions. Here are some notable highlights of progress the leafy greens farming community has made since 2006.

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California LGMA Embarks on ‘Romaine Test & Learn’ Study

Two Years of Pathogen Test Results will be Aggregated and Analyzed to Advance Food Safety

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Food Safety Evolution

California LGMA provides an overview of how food safety standards have changed since 2018, other changes that are coming in the future, and how the leafy greens industry continues to leverage advances in science and technology.

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