CPS Research Symposium registration open

The Center for Produce Safety has opened registration for its 2020 Research Symposium.

By Chris Koger

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November 13, 2020 12:27 AM

The Center for Produce Safety has opened registration for its 2020 Research Symposium.

The event is June 23-24 in San Diego. Registration is available online.

The annual symposium brings academia, regulatory agencies, the fresh produce industry and others to discuss food safety issues and learn about the latest research funded by the industry through the Center for Produce Safety.

The Center for Produce Safety also has sponsorships available. For more information, see the organization’s website.

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