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Take the United Fresh Produce Priorities Challenge

Do you have the facts about the most critical issues, such as locally-grown produce and food safety, that can shape the success of your business and the fresh produce industry? Take the United Fresh self-test and gauge your knowledge about the priorities facing the fresh produce industry. It takes just a minute, and grading is immediate and totally confidential. Plus, you'll have a chance to learn more about the issues and make a difference at the Washington Public Policy Conference, September 14-16, 2010.

1) The Congress and the U.S. Department of Agriculture could potentially create new laws or regulations to control how produce is marketed under the "locally grown" label.
a) True
b) False


2) Federal lawmakers generally agree that any new food safety standards should apply uniformly to all produce companies, regardless of size or location, and that they should apply to all organic producers.
a) True
b) False

3) Even before Congress passes new food safety laws, the Food and Drug Administration is currently writing sweeping new food safety regulations for all fresh produce.
a) True
b) False

4) Before the end of the year, Congress is likely to pass legislation that will reform our nation’s outdated immigration laws.
a) True
b) False
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