Securing the Fresh Produce Supply Chain

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Securing the Fresh Produce Supply Chain
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Introduction

• The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas was
  founded in 1944
• FPAA works to ensure market access and to expand
  the market for Mexican produce in the U.S. and
  Canada
• 7 Billion pounds per year imported from Mexico

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Supply Chain Security Risk Analysis

• Joint Study with Department of Energy
• Basis for Customs-Trade Partnership Against
  Terrorism for Fresh Produce Industry
• Building Upon Existing Investments
• Divergence of Proper Security Goal

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Supply Chain Security Threats

• Securing Warehouse and Distribution Facilities
• Food and Drug Administration Prior Notice Rules
• Mexican Military Contraband Checkpoints
• Determining Proper Level of Private Investment

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Supply Chain Security Risk Analysis Next Steps

• Real World Testing of Security Concepts
• Establishment of Test Bed Sites
• Engagement of Federal and State Officials
• Centers for Excellence for Food Security
• Addressing Unnecessary Bottlenecks

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Thank You
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