Report & Corrective Action Summary
 
Audit #: 124684 Audit Type: Ranch V07.04 Rev. 1    Customer: Ocean Mist Farms, Bengard Ranch, Inc., Mann Packing/Garden Valley LLC, Royal Rose LLC
Ranch: Hageman Ranch (Bengard Ranches)
Grower: Bengard Ranch, Inc
Audit Date: 05/07/2010 Auditor: Orlando Dominguez  
Audit Score: 97% Contact Person: Tom Bengard  
Product(s): Spinach,Lettuce, Romaine,Broccoli,Lettuce, Mix,Radicchio,Lettuce, Iceberg,Sugar Snap Pea
Audit Scope: .
Category
Question
Number
Question
Possible
Points
Given Answer
Given
Points
Auditor Comment
Corrective Action Response
Corrective Action Comment
Adjacent Land Use
04.02
Are, or is there evidence of domestic animals, wild animals, grazing lands (includes homes with hobby farms, and non commercial livestock) in proximity to growing operation? If No, go to 4.03
10
Yes
0
Yes. During the route to the field it was observed that in the adjacent lands (Northeast side of ranch) there are the sufficient means for the development of wild life.
We will partially complete or not complete corrective action(s)
The rangeland and the farm ground are separated by a fence. Ranch foremen and employees monitor the boundary for any signs of animal intrusion or activity. If any problerms are detected, the area is buffered.
Food Security
09.02
Are postings such as "No Trespassing" and/or " Restricted Entry" used appropriately?
5
No
0
No Comments
We have fully completed the corrective action(s)
No Comments
Food Security
09.03
Are entrances to ranch-level roads restricted by gates, chains, guard stations, etc.?
5
No
0
No Comments
We will partially complete or not complete corrective action(s)
Employees are trained to be aware of unauthorized persons or suspicious activities. They are to report any sightings to their supervisor.
Food Security
09.04
Are wells or other water sources secured and designed to prohibit tampering?
5
No
0
No Comments
We will partially complete or not complete corrective action(s)
All wess are checked regularly by irrigators and ranch foremen and water is tested on a monthly basis. Employees are trained to report any suspicious activities on or around the ranch.
Irrigation/Water Use
06.04b
Do animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the water source?
7
Yes
0
Yes. Since it is an open water resource, however no evidence or presence of animals were observed during the time of the audit.
We will partially complete or not complete corrective action(s)
There is a fence that separates the rangeland and the farm ground. Employees are trained to look for animals or animal activity in or around the reservoir and report any signs thereof.
Irrigation/Water Use
06.07b
Do animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the tail water systems?
7
Yes
0
Yes. Since it is an open water resource, however no evidence or presence of animals were observed during the time of the audit.
We have fully completed the corrective action(s)
No Comments
Irrigation/Water Use
06.09
Is irrigation equipment not in use free from pest contamination and stored clean off the ground?
10
No
0
No. Irrigation equipment are stored on the ground.
We have fully completed the corrective action(s)
No Comments

Audit Scoring Summary
Self InspectionScore12
Possible Points12
Percent Score100%
TraceabilityScore15
Possible Points15
Percent Score100%
Ground HistoryScore34
Possible Points34
Percent Score100%
Adjacent Land UseScore80
Possible Points90
Percent Score89%
Fertilizer/Crop NutritionScore127
Possible Points127
Percent Score100%
Irrigation/Water UseScore311
Possible Points335
Percent Score93%
Crop ProtectionScore170
Possible Points170
Percent Score100%
Employee Hygiene (This applies to on-the-farm staff not the harvesting staff)Score232
Possible Points232
Percent Score100%
TotalScore981
Possible Points1015
Percent Score97%