A Keeping Fresh Produce Safe Using Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) training will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 18, 2014 in the Northampton Human Services Building, 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18020.

The Penn State Extension workshop for fresh produce and fruit growers is a five hour certificate program. Topics coveredinclude an introduction to produce food safety, irrigation and wash water, risks from animals and manure, harvester and handler health and hygiene, harvest and post-harvest safety, and traceability and recall programs.

There is a cost which includes lunch. Pre-registration required by Dec.16 by visiting http://extension.psu.edu/food/safety/events or by calling 610-391-9840.