United States Regulations for Processed Fruits and Vegetables

The standard reference to US regulations affecting the fruit and vegetable processing industry, this book describes major government regulations on the safety, quality, economic equity, fair competition and proper transportation for processed fruits and vegetables. Worker safety and environmental regulations affecting fruit and vegetable processing establishments are also discussed. The author provides examples of educational programs and materials prepared by food trade associations to assist food companies to comply with federal regulations. The book contains numerous lists and tables for food standards, grades, government publications, pesticide chemicals, tariff schedules, food defects and others.