Project Summary/Abstract The NCDA&CS Produce Safety Program chooses Program PATH C to follow, which includes conducting produce safety inspection under our own authority along with completing other program objectives. The NCDA&CS Produce Safety Program does intend to conduct sprout inspections under Subpart M of the Produce Safety Rule in conjunction with the FDA. The NCDA&CS Produce Safety Program has statutory authority to conduct inspections and take enforcement actions per the North Carolina Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. The Program has adopted by reference with subsequent changes 21 CFR Part 112 – Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing and Holding of produce For Human Consumption. (See 02 NCAC 09B .0116(o)(51)) Weblink: http://reports.oah.state.nc.us/ncac/title%2002%20- %20agriculture%20and%20consumer%20services/chapter%2009%20- %20food%20and%20drug%20protection/subchapter%20b/02%20ncac%2009b%20.011 6.pdf