Safety Matters.

The article highlights a white paper on food safety, released by the National Berry Crops Initiative (NBCI) in the U.S. in February 2009. The white paper outlines food safety recommendations, suggests policy standards and grower practices in the field. With regard to standards, the white paper addresses the issue of voluntary in contrast with mandatory policies. It also points out that there are big differences among berry crops in size, horticulture and growing season.