Introduction: Handle Fresh Produce & Juice Safely

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Summer has arrived – and now is the perfect time to enjoy

fresh fruits and vegetables from the farm stand, supermarket, or even your own garden! The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reminds you that safe handling of produce and fresh-squeezed juice is especially important during the summer months, because foodborne bacteria multiply faster in warm weather and fresh fruits and vegetables are often consumed raw.

To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7231952-fda-produce-safety/