A Greenkeeper in Monticello

Last inspected:

247 N Jefferson St, Monticello, FL 32344
Overview

A Greenkeeper in Monticello is a specialty shop licensed to sell hemp products under FDACS jurisdiction. On September 29, 2025, a sanitation inspection identified 4 violations, including the absence of a handwashing sink in the food preparation area and unavailable sanitizer test strips. A stop-use order was issued the same day under Florida Food Law (FS 500; FAC 5K-4) for handwashing sink deficiencies, preventing contamination violations. The facility must correct cited violations and submit documentation to [email protected], complete all permitting requirements under Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), and process payment to finalize its food establishment permit. Operating without a valid permit is a violation of Florida Statutes Section 500.12(1)(a) and subject to administrative penalties.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
4Violations
1Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

A Greenkeeper in Monticello: 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.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed· 4 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Met Requirements

Inspector: ROY BROGAN JR, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. Provided information for 5KER25-4, Kratom Labeling.

Risk-Based Violations

5-204.11 Handwashing sink not located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing areas; or not located in, or immediately adjacent to, toilet rooms. 5-204.11 PfPf
Food prep/3 compartment sink area: there is no handwash sink. See supplement and comments.
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.
There is no certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 PfRepeat
There are no sanitizer test strips available.
81 Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-4. Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in 5KER25-4, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package.Repeat
Retail: O.P.M.S. Kratom products are not labeled with the 7-OH concentration in parts per million on a dry-weight basis. See comments. Print Date: 9/29/2025 Page 1 of 2 Repeat COS o A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: Handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible. Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Print Date: 9/29/2025 Page 1 of 2 When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes. AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must contain: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any). 2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of pleadings and other papers shall be made. 3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts alleged by the department (informal hearing). 4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice. Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by Florida Law. HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of A Greenkeeper hereby waive a notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report. ____________________________________________ (Signature) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document. (Signature of FDACS Representative) (Signature of Representative) ROY BROGAN JR, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST PRAVEEN TANDEKAR, OWNER Print Name and Title FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13 Print Date: 9/29/2025 Page 2 of 2

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A Greenkeeper in Monticello: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (1)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for A Greenkeeper in Monticello
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: Handwashing sinks properly supplied …

A Greenkeeper in Monticello: Frequently Asked Questions

When was A Greenkeeper in Monticello last inspected?
A Greenkeeper in Monticello was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 29, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed.
How many inspections has A Greenkeeper in Monticello had?
A Greenkeeper in Monticello has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of A Greenkeeper in Monticello find?
A Greenkeeper in Monticello was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 29, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed).
Has A Greenkeeper in Monticello had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, A Greenkeeper in Monticello has 1 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at A Greenkeeper in Monticello?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at A Greenkeeper in Monticello are: 5-204.11: Handwashing sink not located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing areas; or not located in, or immediately adjacent to, toilet rooms. 5-204.11 Pf; 4-302.14: Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf.

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