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"WHAT THIS LABEL MEANS:
Food Alliance (FA) is a coalition of farmers, consumers, scientists, grocers, processors, distributors, farm worker representatives and environmentalists that certifies farmers for sustainable agriculture practices."
"Food handling facilities must meet a related set of standards, including using Food Alliance certified ingredients; providing safe and fair working conditions; conserving energy and water use; reducing the use of toxic and hazardous materials; reducing and recycling solid waste; not using artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives; ensuring quality control and food handling safety; planning for continuous improvement."
"Food Alliance (FA)
1829 NE Alberta, Suite 5
Portland , OR 97211
Phone: 503-493-1066
Fax: 503-493-1069
URL: www.foodalliance.org
Email Contact: info@foodalliance.org
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:
HISTORY
Food Alliance began in 1993 as a project of Oregon State University, Washington State University and the Washington State Department of Agriculture. A coalition of farmers, scientists, processors, distributors, grocers, farm worker advocates, environmentalists, and consumers were involved in developing the certification program. Food Alliance was incorporated as an independent non-profit organization in 1997. Food Alliance began certifying fruit and vegetable crops in 1998, and began certifying livestock in 2000. The certification for handling facilities was introduced in 2006."
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