When was Food Ranch in Inglis last inspected?

Food Ranch in Inglis was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 2, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.

How many inspections has Food Ranch in Inglis had?

Food Ranch in Inglis has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Food Ranch in Inglis find?

Food Ranch in Inglis was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 2, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).

Has Food Ranch in Inglis had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Food Ranch in Inglis has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Food Ranch in Inglis

Name: Food Ranch in Inglis Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Last inspected: September 2, 2026

40 Us 19 N, Inglis, FL 34449

Levy County · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft · FDACS
Owner: Jainil Investment LLC
FDACS Estab #: 381789

Overview

Food Ranch in Inglis is a grocery store with fewer than 15,000 square feet. The facility met sanitation inspection requirements on September 2, 2026, after addressing issues identified in a consumer complaint. Inspector Kenneth Davidson documented 15 violations, all of which were corrected during the visit.

Violations addressed included equipment storage deficiencies in the meat area, an inaccurate walk-in cooler thermometer reading -34°F when the ambient temperature was 33°F, and widespread dust and dirt accumulation on shelving, coolers, and lighting throughout the retail area. Plumbing issues included a visible leak from the ware washing sink drain line in the meat area and heavy ice buildup in the walk-in freezer from overhead refrigeration units. Hand sinks in the processing area and men's restroom showed heavy mineralization buildup. The facility had unused equipment and damaged items stored in the back room, broken floor and ceiling tiles throughout, and water-stained ceiling materials with exposed insulation. Lighting was out in back room areas, and the produce area lacked hand-drying equipment at the handwashing station. Additional violations included a chemical container in the meat area that was not properly labeled, the person in charge incorrectly responding to employee health policy questions, and the absence of a certified food protection manager on staff. All observations were corrected or addressed during the inspection.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

1FDACS Insp.

15Violations

Last inspected FDACS: September 2, 2026

Food Ranch in Inglis: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

2026 — 1 inspection

Sep 2, 2026 — Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 15 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. The issues described in the associated consumer complaint were addressed with the person in charge during this visit per request # 5166733.

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf

Person in charge incorrectly answered a question relating to their employee health policy.

7-102.11 Working container of poisonous or toxic materials taken from a bulk supply not clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. 7-102.11 PfPf

Meat Area - Chemical container containing Pin Sol was not identified. COS - Spray bottle was properly labeled during the inspection.

6-301.13 Sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes provided with handwashing aids or devices required for a handwashing sink. 6-301.13

Produce Area - Paper towel dispenser located and mounted above ware wash sink.

6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf

Produce Area - No means of drying hands at the hand wash station.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

Food establishment does not have a current certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-903.11(A) Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)

Meat Area - Meat scraper was stored between the wall and knife rack. Discussed with area personnel. COS - Meat scraper was removed to the ware washing sink.

4-502.11(A) Utensil not maintained in good repair or condition; or ambient air temperature, water pressure, or water temperature measuring device not maintained in good repair or not accurate within the intended range of use. 4-502.11(A) and (C)

Meat Area - Walk in cooler wall thermometer is not accurate within the required range. Thermometer is reading -34 degrees F. Ambient air temperature is 33 degrees F.

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)

Retail Area - Dust and dirt buildup and accumulation on various dry shelving, coolers, racks and overhead lighting of display coolers throughout facility.

5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)

Meat Area - Visible leak from the drain line of the ware washing sink.

5-403.12 Condensate drainage or other non-sewage liquids or rainwater not drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. 5-403.12

Back Room Area - Heavy ice buildup from overhead refrigeration units inside walk in freezer. Meat Area - Leak from overhead refrigeration unit inside meat processing area.

6-501.18 Plumbing fixtures including but not limited to handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 6-501.18

Meat Area and Back Room Area - Heavy mineralization buildup on hand sinks in processing area and men's restroom.

6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114

Back Room Area - Unused equipment (bandsaw), shelving, display items and old damaged ceiling tiles located along back western wall.

6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12

Meat Area - Dust observed along walls and entrance door. Heavy dust buildup on overahead refrigeration units inside walk in cooler. Produce Area - Heavy dust accumulation on and near A/C vents and ceiling. Dust buildup on overhead refrigeration units inside walk in cooler. Retail Area - Observed dirt residue on floors in retail. Back Room Area - Dirt and debris accumulation on walls near walk in coolers and freezer entrances.

6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11

Retail, Meat and Back Room Areas - Observed water stained, damaged and missing ceiling tiles throughout establishment. Exposed ceiling insulation observed. Broken floor tiles throughout facility. Walk in cooler inside release door handles are in disrepair inside dairy and meat cooler. Walk in freezer door is in disrepair. Gaskets and original latches are unaligned and detached. Additional latches have been added.

54 Adequate lighting not provided in a handwashing area, food processing or storage area, warewashing area, dressing or locker room, or toilet room. 5K-4.004(1)(b)4., F.A.C

Back Room Areas - Observed lighting out.

Food Ranch in Inglis: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Food Ranch in Inglis last inspected?: Food Ranch in Inglis was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 2, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Food Ranch in Inglis had?: Food Ranch in Inglis has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Food Ranch in Inglis find?: Food Ranch in Inglis was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 2, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Food Ranch in Inglis had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Food Ranch in Inglis has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Food Ranch in Inglis?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Food Ranch in Inglis are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 6-301.13: Sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes provided with handwashing aids or devices required for a handwashing sink. 6-301.13; 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf.