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FDA risk assessment on the use of manure on produce fields lacks specificity

The risk assessment model might serve as a tool for industry in evaluating risks that might be associated with agricultural practices.

FDA risk assessment on the use of manure on produce fields lacks specificity

The FDA has released an assessment that evaluates the risk of human illnesses associated with the use of untreated manure on soil used for growing produce.

The release by the Food and Drug Administration includes more than 2,000 pages of supporting documents. The documents date back to 2009.

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