Aim
To develop an implementation package and evaluation strategy for the new PPP standards for berries, leafy vegetables and melons under Proposal P1052. These standards took effect on 12 February 2025.
Leads
New South Wales, as chair of the Implementation Working Group for Horticulture (Berries, Leafy Vegetables and Melons). The working group reports to the Implementation Subcommittee for Food Regulation (ISFR).
Authorisation
In June 2018:
- the food ministers requested Food Standards Australia New Zealand reassess food safety risk management across higher risk horticultural sectors
- the ISFR formed a working group to help develop an implementation package.
Status
The Implementation Working Group are continuing to develop and refine guidance material based on implementation experience and learning.
Completed work
The guidance document, Safe Horticulture Australia, was developed in conjunction with industry and relevant government agencies and published in November 2025.
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