Training Opportunities & On-Farm Readiness Reviews
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The Manufactured Food Program licenses and inspects food manufacturers, food warehouses, and food brokers located in Minn
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- Become familiar with the regulations that apply to wholesale food manufacturing, processing, and warehousing operations. The regulations for Minnesota have been adopted by reference from the Federal regulations - Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 21. The specific regulation that applies is Part 117, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP), but additional parts may also apply depending on the products produced or processes covered in your business.
- Specialized processes such as low acid canned foods, acidified foods, seafood, dietary supplements, juice, and bottled water, have numerous additional requirements that must be followed.
- The facility in which you will operate, and the equipment used must meet some basic requirements. For more information, view the requirements in 21 CFR 117.
Regulations
- Become familiar with the regulations that apply to wholesale food manufacturing, processing, and warehousing operations. The regulations for Minnesota have been adopted by reference from the Federal regulations - Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 21. The specific regulation that applies is Part 117, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP), but additional parts may also apply depending on the products produced or processes covered in your business.
- Specialized processes such as low acid canned foods, acidified foods, seafood, dietary supplements, juice, and bottled water, have numerous additional requirements that must be followed.
- The facility in which you will operate, and the equipment used must meet some basic requirements. For more information, view the requirements in 21 CFR 117.
- Water from a source other than a public water supply must be evaluated and approved by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) before licensing. Getting a private well approved as a water source requires an evaluation, which may be requested from the Minnesota Department of Health. They will review well construction records, water testing results, and well isolation distances when making this determination. A preliminary evaluation may be completed by your MDA Inspector before the MDH evaluation.
- Contact the Minnesota Department of Health, Drinking Water Protection Program for more information (Phone: 651.201.4700 or email: Health.drinkingwater@state.mn.us).
