Internationally Recognized Food Safety
PrimusGFS is a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recognized certification for the fresh produce industry. It verifies that our farming, harvesting, packing, storage, and distribution processes meet internationally recognized food safety standards. By maintaining this certification, Lone Star Citrus Growers demonstrates its commitment to delivering safe, high-quality Texas citrus with consistency and confidence.
Responsible Farming Practices
GLOBALG.A.P. is one of the world’s leading farm assurance certifications, promoting safe, responsible, and sustainable agriculture. This certification verifies that our farming operations meet internationally recognized standards for food safety, environmental stewardship, worker welfare, and traceability. It reflects our commitment to responsible farming and premium-quality citrus.
Preventive Food Safety
Juice HACCP is a preventive food safety management system designed to identify and control potential hazards throughout the juice production process. Our certification demonstrates our commitment to rigorous food safety practices that protect product quality from production through distribution. As a result, our fresh juice products are produced under the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Preventive Food Safety
The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) Preventive Controls certification provides comprehensive training in implementing the preventive controls required by the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). This certification demonstrates our commitment to identifying potential food safety risks and implementing preventive measures throughout our operations.
By maintaining FSPCA Preventive Controls certification, Lone Star Citrus Growers strengthens its food safety programs, supports regulatory compliance, and reinforces our commitment to delivering safe, high-quality citrus products to our customers.
Safe Produce Practices
The Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) certification prepares fresh produce growers to meet the requirements of the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. This certification demonstrates our commitment to implementing science-based food safety practices throughout our growing, harvesting, and handling operations.
By maintaining PSA certification, Lone Star Citrus Growers reinforces its commitment to producing safe, high-quality citrus while meeting the rigorous food safety standards expected by our retail partners and customers.
Responsible Pest Management
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a science-based approach to managing pests through a combination of biological, cultural, physical, and targeted chemical methods. This certification demonstrates our commitment to using sustainable farming practices that protect our crops while minimizing risks to people, beneficial organisms, and the environment.
By maintaining IPM certification, Lone Star Citrus Growers promotes responsible agriculture, preserves the health of our groves, and delivers high-quality Texas citrus grown with environmental stewardship in mind.
Food Defense & Supply Chain Protection
The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment certification demonstrates our commitment to protecting the food supply from intentional acts of contamination. By implementing the FDA’s Intentional Adulteration (IA) requirements under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), we proactively identify potential vulnerabilities and strengthen the security of our operations.
This certification reinforces our commitment to food defense, supply chain integrity, and delivering safe, high-quality citrus products our customers can trust.
Regulatory Compliance
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) establishes and enforces food safety regulations designed to help protect the nation’s food supply. This certification reflects our commitment to meeting FDA food safety requirements and maintaining rigorous standards throughout our operations.
By adhering to FDA regulations, Lone Star Citrus Growers reinforces its commitment to producing safe, high-quality citrus products while maintaining the confidence of our retail partners and customers.