Question

growers not currently gap certified may provide evidence by allowing onsite visits of production sites;
completing a safe food - handling checklist; and
providing a signed and dated written letter indicating they know and follow safe food - handling practices.

based on the policy provided, compliance means:
a. obtaining certification.
b. being aware of requirements.
c. following guidelines.
d. consenting to site visits.
e. obeying usda regulations.

Explanation:

To determine the answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The policy is for growers NOT currently GAP certified, so compliance isn't about obtaining certification (since they aren't certified). Eliminate A.
• Option B: The actions (onsite visits, checklist, letter) show following practices, not just being aware. Eliminate B.
• Option C: The growers' actions (onsite visits, checklist, letter) involve following the safe food - handling guidelines. This matches.
• Option D: Consenting to site visits is just one part of the compliance, not the whole meaning. Eliminate D.
• Option E: The policy doesn't mention USDA regulations, so this is not relevant. Eliminate E.

Answer:

C. following guidelines.