A traceability plan is implemented so that the source of a product is known (one step backward) and where a product was sent (one step forward). In the event of a recall, every quantity of produce sold can be traced back to when and where it was harvested. This is accomplished by the following activities:
The following information is recorded in the Harvest Log:
When leaving the farm, every container of produce delivered has a label with identification information and an accompanying packing slip that will identify what the produce is and where it came from. This includes:
Examples of label and and packing slip containing identification information are included below.
ValleyHUB Packing Slip example
ValleyHUB Label example
GAP/GHP Checklist Reference: G-1, 1-26, 2-21, 3-34, 4-31