There were two companies in cities associated with San Benito County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county throughout 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
This is an increase over the number of companies cited in the previous year.
The citations in the county include:
- You did not ensure that agricultural water met the standard of no detectable Escherichia coli when used for direct contact during or after harvest activities and for washing hands during or after harvest activities.
- You did not conduct an adequate initial survey to develop a microbial profile of your agricultural water source.
- You did not establish and keep documentation of the date and method of cleaning and sanitizing of equipment.
Both companies cited should take voluntary actions to correct their managing operations.
The FDA routinely inspects facilities across the nation to determine if the workplace and their products are compliant with FDA-regulated laws and regulations implemented to improve overall public health. Inspection results are then disclosed publicly.
According to its website, the FDA is a government agency that is primarily responsible for monitoring the production and distribution of human and animal drugs, biological products, medical supplies and tobacco products for safety quality.
| Company Name | Area of Business | Inspection Date | Issue Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGCO Hay, LLC | Veterinary | 04/04/2024 | ELDU – producer causes Illegal drug residue |
| AGCO Hay, LLC | Veterinary | 04/04/2024 | Record keeping |
| Gibson Farms, Inc. | Food and Cosmetics | 05/24/2024 | Ag. water – E.coli standard |
| Gibson Farms, Inc. | Food and Cosmetics | 05/24/2024 | Ag water – microbial profile |
| Gibson Farms, Inc. | Food and Cosmetics | 05/24/2024 | Records – equipment cleaning and sanitizing |
