Canada Releases Fact Sheets on Safe Produce Handling
Health Canada has launched a new series of fact sheets on the safe handling of fresh produce to help Canadians reduce the risk of foodborne illness.
The fact sheets, which provide practical tips on how to choose, handle and store fruits and vegetables, focus on those types of fresh produce that are most often associated with foodborne illnesses in Canada.
For more information on fresh produce safety, visit http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/securit/handl-manipul/safety-salubrite/index-eng.php.