OCTOBER 31, 2005

ISSUE 1087

UNITED OFFERS PRODUCE INSPECTION COURSES

 

United Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Association Research and Education Foundation will again partner with the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) to host four new produce inspection training programs in 2005-2006.

 

The inspection seminars are designed for produce receivers, handlers, buyers, shippers, and sellers seeking to expand their knowledge about USDA inspection procedures, policies, and standards.

 

The following courses will be available in 2005-2006:

 

Dec. 5-6, Introduction to Produce Inspection (2 days)
Dec. 7-9, Advanced Produce Inspection Training (3 days)
Feb. 27-28, 2006, Introduction to Produce Inspection
March 1-3, 2006, Advanced Produce Inspection Training
June 19-20, 2006, Introduction to Produce Inspection
June 21-23, 2006, Advanced Produce Inspection Training
August 14-15, 2006, Introduction to Produce Inspection
August 16-18, 2006,Advanced Produce Inspection Training

 

For additional information, visit United's website at www.uffva.org or contact Beth Berman, education program coordinator, at (202) 303-3400 ext. 405 or bberman@uffva.org.