October 22, 2025
This guidance was developed by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Food Safety Council to help the produce industry comply with the FDA's revised Subpart E agricultural water requirements (FSMA Produce Safety Rule, May 2024).
This document will:
- Clarify common points of confusion in the revised rule.
- Provide additional resources to support your compliance efforts.
- Offer recommendations based on the final rule, its preamble, and applicable scientific evidence.
This is a living document and will be updated on an as-needed basis to reflect the latest information.