CA AB2539

Allows temporary food facilities handling nonprepackaged food to use any one of three contamination protection methods (mesh screens, limited display in compartments, or alternative approved means) instead of requiring all three methods.

Clarifies that trimming whole produce for sale is not considered food preparation at certified farmers' markets, allowing this activity without restriction.

Requires food samples at certified farmers' markets to be distributed in a manner preventing consumers from touching remaining samples, and requires potentially hazardous samples be maintained at or below 45°F and disposed of within two hours of cutting.

Establishes that all harvested, cut, wrapped, or processed meat, poultry, and fish products must be transported, stored, displayed, and maintained at 41°F or colder, with storage methods that reduce cross-contamination risk.

Prohibits smoking within 25 feet of the common commerce area of certified farmers' markets.