ISDA’s Role

Idaho State Department of Agriculture’s Role

The ISDA, through an FDA grant, has been working to understand the scope of produce grown in Idaho that is covered by the Produce Safety Rule.  The goal of this grant is to implement an integrated food-safety program that will prevent or significantly reduce the likelihood of a foodborne illness through standardized and consistent implementation of the Produce Safety Rule.

Throughout this year and the next several years, ISDA and grant partner, University of Idaho(UI) Extension, will be working together to provide outreach, education, and technical assistance to the produce industry to help them comply with the Produce Safety Rule.

ISDA formed a FSMA advisory committee in 2015 to help provide leadership and guidance to Idaho agencies on the implementation of the FSMA rules.  Members include legislators and representatives from each sector of the agriculture industry and businesses that may be affected by FSMA.  This committee is essential to the implementation of the Produce Safety Rule in Idaho.