UVM Extension Ag Engineering

“Dry Cleaning” on Produce Farms: Alternatives to Using Water & Detergents

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Spray Tables for Produce Farms

If we apply the principles of hygienic design to a spray table it becomes clear that we should think about the cleanability of the materials and the assembly while also thinking about how the materials will hold up over time with repeated use.

Drains for Produce Farms

This guide provides background on planning for drains and drainage from produce wash and pack areas. Direct drains, floor and spot drains, and trench and gutter drains are discussed. A construction drawing for a trench drain is also provided.