Food Safety Overview

Understanding food safety principles and how Highland AG Tech helps maintain compliance

Learning Path
Your progress through The Product modules
Platform Overview
Key Definitions
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Food Safety
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Crop IQ
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Document Management
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Task Management
Food Safety Fundamentals
Learn the core principles of food safety in agricultural operations
Highland AG Tech Food Safety Overview

Core Food Safety Principles

Personal Hygiene

Proper handwashing, clean clothing, and health monitoring to prevent contamination

Sanitation

Regular cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, tools, and facilities

Water Quality

Testing and monitoring water sources used for irrigation and processing

Traceability

Tracking products from field to consumer for rapid response to issues

Common Food Safety Hazards
Understanding the types of contamination risks in agricultural operations
Biological
Pathogens & Microorganisms

E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, and other harmful bacteria that can contaminate produce

Chemical
Pesticide Residues

Improper application or failure to observe PHI intervals leading to chemical contamination

Physical
Foreign Objects

Glass, metal, plastic, or other materials that can physically contaminate food products

How Highland AG Tech Helps
Platform features that support food safety compliance and monitoring
Automated Compliance Tracking

Track REI/PHI intervals, water testing schedules, and sanitation logs automatically

Mobile Documentation

Field workers can log activities, take photos, and record observations in real-time

Alert System

Receive notifications for upcoming tasks, expired certifications, or compliance deadlines

Audit Preparation

Generate reports and documentation packages ready for third-party audits

Key Food Safety Certifications
Common certification schemes supported by Highland AG Tech
PrimusGFSGlobal Food Safety Initiative
GLOBALG.A.P.Good Agricultural Practices
SQFSafe Quality Food
CanadaGAPCanadian Food Safety Program