Coronavirus Resources

As the U.S. steps up efforts to contain the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the California LGMA is sharing some important facts about lettuce and the practices in place on farms in the area of human hygiene. This page will be updated when new resources are available.

Resources from LGMA

• 3.13.20 Coronavirus Prevention: A Dozen Things to Know About Leafy Greens
• 3.17.20 LGMA Food Safety Audits Continue Through COVID 19 Crisis
• 3.25.20 Coronavirus Resources from California LGMA

Agricultural Guidance

U.S. Food and Drug Administration - FDA

Use of Respirators, Facemasks, and Cloth Face Coverings in the Food and Ag Sector During the Coronavirus Pandemic (April 2020)

Federal Emergency Management Agency - FEMA

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic: Addressing PPE Needs in Non-Healthcare Setting (June 2020)

CAL-OSHA Guidance:

• COVID-19 Daily Checklist for Agricultural Employers and Employees (May 2020)
• COVID-19 General Checklist for Agricultural Employer (May 2020)
  
• COVID-19 Infection Prevention for Agricultural Employers and Employees (May 2020)
• Coronavirus Guidance for Agriculture (April 2020)

U.S. Department of Agriculture - USDA

Potential Resources for Seasonal Agriculture Laborers (June 2020)

California Department of Food and Agricuture - CDFA

• PPE Vendor List (April 2020)
• PPE Vendor List (May 2020)
• COVID-19 Infection Prevention Guidance for Agricultural Workers (June 2020)

California Department of Public Health - CDPH

Responding to COVID-19 in the Workplace (June 2020)

General Information

• US Food and Drug Administration
• US Centers for Disease Control
• US Department of Agriculture
• California Department of Food and Agriculture
• Fruits and Veggies for Better Health
• Produce Marketing Association
• United Fresh Produce Association