Nicole Brunner checks the Gras2p training manual, which can be purchased by any Washington grower. Photo by Geraldine Warner More Washington growers and packers are turning to Gras2p (Growers Response to Agricultural Safe and Sustainable Practices) for help in preparing for third-party certifications, such as GlobalGAP. The Washington State Horticultural Association developed the Gras2p audit readiness program three years ago. Nicole Brunner, Gras2p coordinator, said the giant retailer Walmart forced fruit growers to address food safety when it announced two years ago that it would require on-farm certification by Primus, SQF, or GlobalGAP. Shortly afterwards, Congress passed the Food Safety […]