Food Quality & Safety Blog FSVP: Creating a Global Trust Chain Establishing a clear line of communication is key in maintaining an effective Foreign Supplier Verification Program.
A Food Defense Plan Is Good for Business Having a food defense plan that addresses compliance qualifications and responsibilities under the Intentional Adulteration rule reinforces effective communication between all stakeholders.
Being Proactive about Pest Control Traceable pest control policies help identify what types of pests and how many are lurking behind the scenes, and establish approaches to keep them from returning.
Breastfeeding vs. Formula Feeding: Debunking Myths The infant formula industry needs to educate the public on the important impact formula feeding has for many newborns.
Pest Control with Remote Monitoring Advancements in new pest control systems can better predict pest activity and solve the root causes of why a pest may be present in a food facility.
Going Mobile for Internet of Things and Traceability Rugged computer tablets bring data to where the farm/plant workers are and enables Internet of Things systems to identify and rectify instances of non-compliance.
U.S. Shutdown Taking Toll on FDA, USDA Inspection Roles Public health laboratories report disruptions in DNA analysis from food samples and are raising concerns about pesticide testing programs.
Google’s Role in Food Poisoning Detection New Harvard and Google tool leverages user data to make health inspections more precise.
USDA Issues Final GMO Label Rule Food manufacturers may start using the USDA-approved “Bioengineered” symbol on their packaged goods in February 2019.
Food Allergies Common in U.S. Adults More than 10 percent of American adults are allergic to at least one food, a new study suggests.
U.K. to Tackle ‘Moral Scandal’ of Food Waste Britain appoints first food waste chief to reduce the millions of tons of food binned every year by restaurants, supermarkets, and manufacturers.
Accredited Online HACCP Refresher Training December 19-March 31, 2019 • Online This self-directed online course allows you to move through interactive exercises, scenarios and quizzes to review key HACCP concepts, apply your knowledge and examine how you manage the food safety system at your facility. This is an accredited program, and CEUs will be issued upon completion. Online Open Enrollment.
Food Safety News & Nuances February 7, 2019 • MoscowMoscow; Russian Federation An annual scientific and practical conference on the practical implementation of food safety principles for the representatives of food industry enterprises. The conference is hold the 8th time and it is the largest one in Russia.
Consumer Food Safety Education Conference March 6-March 8, 2019 • Swan and Dolphin Resort; Lake Buena Vista, FL The event is packed with take-away strategies for changing people’s food safety knowledge and behaviors The 2019 conference March 6-8 in Orlando, FL, is expected to draw 400 public and private sector professionals.
