Automate, Validate, Repeat: Essential Steps for Traceability Success with FSMA 204

By Andy Coutts

With FSMA 204 on the horizon, traceability in the food supply chain is critical. Complying with FSMA 204 also

How Automated Food Safety Testing Supports Sustainability Goals

By David Hatch

Food and beverage producers face growing pressure to demonstrate that their sustainability strategies are delivering tangible results. Key measures include

The Realities of IPM: Challenges and Solutions for Pest Prevention in Food Safety

By Frank Meek

One of the major challenges in implementing an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program is understanding the definition of the program

The Silent Invader: Uncovering H. pylori and Its Harmful Risks, Including Foodborne Illness

By Tina Brillinger

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a gram-negative bacterium that plays a pivotal role in several gastrointestinal disorders – notably peptic

Compostable Packaging Solutions: Balancing Food Safety with Sustainability

By Felicity Kelly

Few things are as important as food safety. Proper food handling and packaging prevent serious illness caused by cross-contamination and

Food Safety Legal Update: State Laws Targeting PFAS and Other Chemicals in Food

By Susie Hoeller

Historically, food safety concerns revolved around the contamination of food by pathogens, insects, rodents, unsanitary production practices and metal or

Global Shifts in Precautionary Allergen Labelling: Embracing a Risk-Based Approach

By Beatrice Povolo  

Food labelling plays a vital role in today’s global marketplace, providing essential information that enables consumers to make informed choices

How AI Technology Has the Potential to Transform the Food Industry 

By Yves Rey

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic in many industries, but its applications in food have the potential to enhance

CanadaGAP: A Trusted Food Safety Standard Rooted in Canadian Produce

By Amelia Balsillie 

The CanadaGAP Program is a food safety standard rooted deeply in the agricultural industry. It has grown and been maintained

Early Crisis Communication Safeguards Companies During Food Industry Recalls

By Janet M. Riley

The U.S. food supply is among the safest in the world – and getting safer. That’s why news of

Sanitation Excellence: Proven Tips for Impactful Food Safety Programs

By Sean Berdan

Once, not so long ago, the primary aim of a sanitation program was to prevent a facility from emitting unpleasant

Beyond Recall: The Cost of Food Safety Failures and the Value of Preventive Controls

In the fast-paced world of food manufacturing, ensuring the safety of the products that reach consumers is critical. Food safety incidents not

The Perils of PowerPoint: New Ways to Boost Engagement in Food Safety Training

By Lute Atieh

In the world of food safety training, the battle against boredom is real, and PowerPoint presentations are the sworn

Three Things You Can Do Today to Empower Your People and Improve Food Safety

By Alex Hanley

When was the last time you took a walk through your facility and had a simple conversation with someone on

The Vital Role of Non-Food Suppliers in Food Fraud Prevention

By John Spink

If you sell products to the food industry, then you ARE in the food industry and ARE required to

What You Need to Know About the USDA’s Enhanced Organic Enforcement Rule 

By Allison McLeod

Year over year, consumers seek more nutritious and healthier food options when grocery shopping. A study from the Read More

Training with Impact: 4 Ways to Guarantee Consistent Execution in Your Plant

By Alex Hanley

In the food industry, training is a means to an end, and the end is consistent performance in the plant.

‘Poisoned’ vs. Progress: A Balanced View on Food Production and Regulation

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By Keith Warriner

For many consumers, their only concern around food is how to navigate the aisles of the supermarket

Beyond the Binders: The Future of Tech-Enhanced Food Safety Audits

By Tyler Williams

Imagine walking through a manufacturing facility, virtually witnessing an audit through a pair of smart glasses.

Next, imagine using

Bolstering Your ESG Efforts with Sustainability-Based Certifications

By Lisa Spicka

The food industry is one of the industries most impacted by climate change. Natural disasters and shifting temperatures impact growing

FSVP: Bridging the Gap Between Domestic and Imported Food Standards

By Jennifer Crandall

In 2011, the United States signed into law the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) to shift the from reactive food

CanadaGAP: A Trusted Food Safety Standard Rooted in Canadian Produce

By Amelia Balsillie 

The CanadaGAP Program is a food safety standard rooted deeply in the agricultural industry. It has grown and been maintained

Global Food Safety: Harmonization Initiatives and the Roadblocks Ahead

By Beth Driscoll

One of the challenges many food manufacturers must handle, sometimes on a daily basis, is navigating complex public regulatory systems.

2024 Food Safety Forecast: Embracing Transparency and Advanced Technology

By Andrea Tolu

From year to year, the food safety landscape is fast moving and ever changing, so it’s a challenge to know

What You Need to Know About the USDA’s Enhanced Organic Enforcement Rule 

By Allison McLeod

Year over year, consumers seek more nutritious and healthier food options when grocery shopping. A study from the Read More

Bolstering Your ESG Efforts with Sustainability-Based Certifications

By Lisa Spicka

The food industry is one of the industries most impacted by climate change. Natural disasters and shifting temperatures impact growing

Expanding Edibles into Canada: Key Considerations for US Cannabis Companies

By Tina Chang

On October 17, 2018, the Government of Canada legalized and strictly regulated the production, distribution, sale, import, export, and possession

Get Your Data Together to Better Manage High-Risk Foods

By Angela Fernandez

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) final rule on requirements for on requirements for additional traceability records for certain

FDA Guidance on Lead Contamination in Baby Food

By Jaclyn Bowen

The US baby food and infant formula industry has seen its fair share of food safety related headlines in

Is Sustainable Packaging Food Safe?

By Maria Spinetta

The latest trend in packaging is sustainability, but does it come at the cost of contaminating the food it is

Certifying to ISO 22003-1

Harmonization: ISO 22003-1 and 22003-2 for food safety audit and certification.

ISO 22003-1 is a supplement to ISO 17021-1: 2015, an

Put Science and Regulatory Insight Upfront for Meat Alternatives

By Annina Halvorseth and Annie-Laure Robin

As the market for meat alternatives continues to expand, plant-based products are an innovation hotspot. There’s

How to Prepare for the Baby Food Safety Act

By Jackie Bowen

In February 2021, the results of a congressional investigation revealed levels of arsenic, lead and other toxic metals

Where’s the Beef? Cell-Cultured Meat Grown in a Lab Needs Regulation

By Jayne Roth

What will we find next on the grocery store shelf? A plethora of food and beverages beyond your imagination continue

Nanocomposite Food Packaging is Not Ready for Prime Time

by Suzanne Osborne

Packaging improves food safety. It extends shelf-life, protects against damage, and limits pathogen contamination. Plastic is the most common packaging

Beware of Food Fraud During the Coronavirus

By Mitchell Weinberg

Crises of an environmental nature, or as in the case of Coronavirus, a pandemic, bring out the best and worst

Reducing the Threat of SARS-CoV-2: From Farm to Fork

By Keith Warriner

CoVid-19 is the most serious pandemic since the Spanish Flu of 1918. During this time the food industry has been

How Retailers and Producers Can Reduce Food Waste Safely and Sustainably

By Louise Grinyer

Approximately two thirds of UK consumers surveyed highlighted a willingness to compromise factors such as product consistency, availability and convenience

Virtual Reality Set to Modernize Food Safety Training

By Suzanne Osborne

The Food Safety Modernization Act has raised the standard for global food safety. As a consequence, there is a pressing

Flexible Food Packaging means Safer Food

By Jaan Koel

Flexible packaging has become an obvious solution for brands in the past few years. It is easier to ship for

How to be ahead of the curve with the “free-from” claim

By Jaclyn Bowen

Chemical compounds such as BPA and phthalates are found in a variety of food and consumer packaging. They are not

How to be Audit Ready

By Baharak Chegeni

Being “audit ready” is a hot topic in the food safety industry, as any expert would agree that audits are

Sanitation Symbiosis: Winning the War Against Pests in Food Processing Facilities

By Zia Siddiqi

Food processing facilities play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and quality of the food supply chain, especially in

The Recipe for Responsibility: Ensuring Allergen-Free Dining Experiences

By Robert McKeon

The food service industry is facing an increasing number of inquiries from customers regarding food allergens. This growing concern mandates

Sanitation Excellence: Proven Tips for Impactful Food Safety Programs

By Sean Berdan

Once, not so long ago, the primary aim of a sanitation program was to prevent a facility from emitting unpleasant

Beyond Recall: The Cost of Food Safety Failures and the Value of Preventive Controls

In the fast-paced world of food manufacturing, ensuring the safety of the products that reach consumers is critical. Food safety incidents not

How Global Events are Reshaping Food Safety Strategies

By Andrea Tolu

When the Covid-19 pandemic hit in 2020—in the words of the OECD, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development—

Communication: Your Cyber Crime Fighting Secret

By Linda Eatherton

Cybercrime threatens every operating organization. Data thieves and trolls lurk in cyberspace waiting for an opportunity to attack, and

The Importance of AI and Predictive Analysis in Food Safety Management Systems

By Maria-Eleni Dimitrakopoulou

In the 21st-century food safety challenges remain a hurdle since incidents all over the world are constantly reported. Foodborne pathogens,

When Risks Evolve: How to Manage Emerging Foodborne Pathogens

By Richard Onley

Most food businesses have longstanding strategies in place to monitor and manage microbiological safety. Yet food safety risks are continually

An Ounce of Prevention: Comparing US and Canadian Food Safety Regulations

By Nidhi Chaturvedi

The goal of both the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is

How Poor Pest Management Can Affect Your Food Safety

By Violetta Njunina

Pests destroy crops, contaminate food, and spread disease through their fur, droppings, saliva, urine, and bacteria. As such, they

3 Preventative Controls of Pathogens on Low Moisture Foods

By Keith Warriner

My previous article on low moisture foods provided a background into the food safety issues and pathogens linked to low

Take Steps Now to Protect Your Company from a Cybersecurity Attack

By Faith Beaty 

Food safety, information and cyber security may not seem to be related topics, nevertheless cyber threats are risks within the

Demystifying Root Cause Analysis: Key Steps to Approach Problem Solving

By Geoff Farrell

Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is a systematic method of problem solving that can be used to identify and resolve core

Know Your Limits: How Pesticides Protect Your Food Supply

By Dilia Narduzzi

Before a new pesticide is brought to market, it undergoes rigorous testing to make sure that handling it is

Climate Issues: Drastic Change Needed to Protect Food Safety and Security

By Dr. Louise Manning

Consumers expect the food they purchase to be high-quality and safe. Assuring food security means there must be sufficient,

Managing Risk Will Ensure Food Safety Post-Pandemic

By Dr. Sylvain Charlebois

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a new era of food safety, in which risks are managed and perceived

Protect Your Brands From Expiry Date Fraud

By Karen Constable

Food fraud takes many forms, but it primarily falls into two categories. Either the food itself is adulterated, or

Consumer Trust Can Be Earned Even in a Pandemic, Here’s How

By Lisa Jo Lupo

Striving for perfection is an ideal goal in business. But in doing so, it is essential to face the

How to Protect Your Company from Organic Food Fraud

By Karen Constable

In the first part of this two-part series, we explained the increased number of cases of food fraud in

The Most Unexpected Way to Commit Food Fraud? Organics.

By Karen Constable

With growing consumer demand, a premium price and perceived health benefits, organic food sits squarely in the sights of food

How to Manage Risks in the Food Industry Post-COVID-19

By Brita Ball

The pandemic has led to thousands of essential food workers becoming ill or asymptomatic carriers of the virus. Many

Ready for FSMA Rule 204? Increased Traceability Requirements for High-Risk Foods

By Liz Sertl

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (U.S. FDA’s) Food Traceability Final Rule, addressing Section 204(d) of the Food Safety Modernization

Enhancing Traceability: Preparing for FSMA 204’s New Standards in Food Safety  

By Shubh Singh

Regulations play a crucial role in preventing foodborne illnesses and maintaining food safety. With FSMA 204 set to come into

What You Need to Know About the USDA’s Enhanced Organic Enforcement Rule 

By Allison McLeod

Year over year, consumers seek more nutritious and healthier food options when grocery shopping. A study from the Read More

In the Driver’s Seat: Five Ways to Elevate Your Audit Experience

By Alex Hanley

Food safety audits, when done right, can be both fair and effective – but in order to optimize the experience

Fortifying the Future: Food Safety and Business Resilience

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Every food and beverage organization wants to be known for consistently delivering safe, high-quality food products to consumers

In Brief: The WHO’s Global Strategy for Food Safety through 2030

By Mariella Bustamante

At the 75th Session of the World Health Assembly held in May 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) proposed a

Involved in a Food Safety Dispute? Time to Call an Expert Witness

By Andrea Tolu 

When food quality and safety disputes happen, the parties involved may not always agree on who’s right or wrong.  

How Gamification, Computer Vision and IoT is Improving Hand Hygiene Compliance

By Andrea Tolu

Hand hygiene is a long-standing issue in the food industry. While hand hygiene may seem to be simple and

Preparing for an FDA Inspection a Necessary Part of Your Food Safety Plan

By Kathy Knutson

Are you worried about the FDA showing up on your doorstep? Even the most diligent companies wonder when the FDA

Dissolvable Packaging Requires Regulatory Insight

By Dr Caroline Potter

Dissolvable packaging for food and beverage has emerged as a possible solution to some of the most challenging issues

Lessons from the Cannabis Industry

By Dyanne Parnel

With the emergence of the Covid-19 pandemic, manufacturers of consumer goods across the globe are

How to be Audit Ready

By Baharak Chegeni

Being “audit ready” is a hot topic in the food safety industry, as any expert would agree that audits are

Effectively Digitizing Food Safety Audits

By Judy Sebastian

The age of paper-based auditing and reporting is gradually coming to an end. More organizations and even municipalities are

Dubai Leadership: The Digitization of Food Safety Management

By John G. Keogh

“Food safety management will go completely digital by the end of 2020” according to Jehaina Al Ali from the

Food and Cannabis Industries to Pay Heed to the Good Manufacturing Practices

By Kathy Knutson

The cannabis industry is currently experiencing explosive growth, both in the United States and internationally. Yet the current landscape is

Auditor Shortage Slowly Being Addressed

Posted: Tuesday, October 15, 2019

By Lois Harris

Better use of technology could help ease the labour shortage in the auditing field according to

Using Innovative Technology to Solve Historic Food Safety Challenges

By Jacki Ross

For decades, the entire food industry has complied with cross-border U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and health and safety

Temperature Control: Affordable, Real-time Data Recorders Finally Available

By Bryan Smith

There are many reasons why controlling the storage environment during food transportation is important, not

Food Safety and Shifting Global Pressures: Are We Ready? Part 2

Posted: Tuesday, August 14 2019   In the first part of this two-part series on Food Safety and Shifting Global Pressures, we

Give Your Customers The Novel Foods They Want – Safely

By Margaret Spence Krewen

With the globalization of the food supply and consumer demand for more global food sources, there has been a

Understanding Global Threats To Food Safety: Part 1

By Dr. Jennifer van de Ligt

Living within a global food system means consumers across the globe are dependent upon the food safety

Sanitation Excellence: Proven Tips for Impactful Food Safety Programs

By Sean Berdan

Once, not so long ago, the primary aim of a sanitation program was to prevent a facility from emitting unpleasant

The Perils of PowerPoint: New Ways to Boost Engagement in Food Safety Training

By Lute Atieh

In the world of food safety training, the battle against boredom is real, and PowerPoint presentations are the sworn

Three Things You Can Do Today to Empower Your People and Improve Food Safety

By Alex Hanley

When was the last time you took a walk through your facility and had a simple conversation with someone on

Communicating Food Safety: A Part of Building and Protecting Your Brand

By Linda Eatherton

Nothing is more aggravating or concerning than to see misinformation spread about food safety protocols and technology. Distorted information can

Cybersecurity – a vital part of your company’s safety culture

By Kristin Demoranville 

Incorporating safety programs into an organization’s culture is paramount in the food industry, where the integrity of the food supply

Getting Your Employees to Give a %$&# About Food Safety Training

By Lute Atieh

If your employees are reading Standard Operating Procedures and enduring death by PowerPoint for their new hire training or,

Cultural Intelligence Helps Build a Food Safety Culture

By Judy Sebastian

Today, my breakfast was the sum of fifteen ingredients coming together. In case you’re wondering, raisins were not one of

The New Normal for Workers and Food Service

By Lauren Solar

A post-COVID world still seems like an unrealistic dream, but before long we will emerge from the pandemic. How have these

3 Steps to Kickstart Your Food Safety Culture Program

By Austin Welch

Famed management scholar Peter Druker once claimed, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” While strategy is important, company culture ultimately drives

Determining Your Return on Investment (ROI) for Food Safety Training

By Akhila Vasan

Do you remember the last time you started a new job? All the hours of onboarding. Maybe some basic

How Memes and Millennial Culture Can Keep Food Safe

By Prof. Dr. Darin Detwiler.

I recently heard a joke that a Zoom call is much like holding a séance – the older

Building Quality Management into Food Safety Training Can Help Mitigate Your Company’s Risk

By Michelle Rzendzian

When it comes to training and food safety, quality management is key in ensuring consistency and excellence. An organization

The Psychological Secret to Employee Motivation Will Improve Food Safety

By Austin Welch

It’s an early spring morning on March 21, 2007, in the small town of Blakely, GA, and the quality manager

How Encouraging Psychological Safety Prevents Disaster

By Austin Welch

In March of 1977, the small airport on the island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands was cloaked in heavy

How to Make the Most of Your Virtual Training

By Tina Brillinger

Food safety training is no longer confined to webinar platforms. With the advent of Covid-19 and social isolation, companies have

How to Blow the Whistle on Food Safety Issues

By Judy Sebastian

The impact of whistleblowing is a long-lasting one. By definition, a whistleblower is an individual who “reveals something covert or

Key to Staff Retention in Restaurants is to Implement a Food Safety Culture

By Lauren Solar

The food service sector has a high staff turnover rate, with industry estimates suggesting that fast food workers leave at

Protecting Essential Workers in the Food Industry Necessary

By Susie Hoeller

March 2020 was the onset of millions of hospitalizations and deaths, as well as the unprecedented economic and social

The Key to Maintaining Food Safety during the Pandemic is Clear Communication

By Judy Sebastian

As 2020 unfurled, so did the optimism, confidence and motivation of people around the world. Leaders from various countries were

Empathy Key to Building a Strong Food Safety Culture

By Joan Martino

Is employee behaviour aligned with better food safety outcomes?

Unquestionably the answer is, “yes!” but it comes packaged along with

Energize Your Brand With A Strong Food Safety Culture

By Brita Ball

What if “food safety” were part of your company’s brand and your employees consistently reinforced that message through their behaviour?

Automate, Validate, Repeat: Essential Steps for Traceability Success with FSMA 204

By Andy Coutts

With FSMA 204 on the horizon, traceability in the food supply chain is critical. Complying with FSMA 204 also

How Automated Food Safety Testing Supports Sustainability Goals

By David Hatch

Food and beverage producers face growing pressure to demonstrate that their sustainability strategies are delivering tangible results. Key measures include

The Realities of IPM: Challenges and Solutions for Pest Prevention in Food Safety

By Frank Meek

One of the major challenges in implementing an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program is understanding the definition of the program

Heavy Metals in Baby Food: Regulating Raw Ingredients to Ensure Food Safety

By Jaclyn Bowen

In recent years, the issue of heavy metal contamination in baby food has emerged as a pressing concern, prompting nationwide

Innovating Against Waste: Using Technology to Reduce Food Waste

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Food waste is a paradox of our times: while millions go hungry, vast amounts of food are lost or

Sowing the Seeds of Food Safety: Mitigating Risks in Agriculture

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In today’s increasingly interconnected global food system, agricultural practices lay the foundational stone for overall food safety. With

The Future of Food is Two-Dimensional

By Liz Sertl

Digital technology has changed the way consumers engage with brands, retailers and information. We now expect easy access to an

How Global Events are Reshaping Food Safety Strategies

By Andrea Tolu

When the Covid-19 pandemic hit in 2020—in the words of the OECD, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development—

Fortifying the Future: Food Safety and Business Resilience

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Every food and beverage organization wants to be known for consistently delivering safe, high-quality food products to consumers

Building the Case to Digitize Your Food Safety Testing

By David Hatch

We hear a lot about the efficacy of food safety testing. The benefits of having a well-rounded and robust testing

Catastrophic Failure: Lessons Learned from the Top 5 Food Safety Events

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Over the past 25 years, the food industry has witnessed several food safety incidents that have had severe consequences

Communicating Food Safety: A Part of Building and Protecting Your Brand

By Linda Eatherton

Nothing is more aggravating or concerning than to see misinformation spread about food safety protocols and technology. Distorted information can

Supplement Safety Regulations: Food vs. Pharmaceuticals

By Dilia Narduzzi

Supplements are big business. According to Grandview Research, the 2021 global dietary supplement market was valued at over 150 billion

How the Internet of Things (IoT) Improves Food Traceability

By Emily Newton

Internet of Things (IoT) technology has helped people gain visibility over everything from patient vital signs to the environmental characteristics

Cybersecurity – a vital part of your company’s safety culture

By Kristin Demoranville 

Incorporating safety programs into an organization’s culture is paramount in the food industry, where the integrity of the food supply

The Importance of AI and Predictive Analysis in Food Safety Management Systems

By Maria-Eleni Dimitrakopoulou

In the 21st-century food safety challenges remain a hurdle since incidents all over the world are constantly reported. Foodborne pathogens,

CleanTech 2 – A green solution revolutionizing sanitation in the food industry

By Anselm Doering

Since the pandemic, there has been a heightened concern and awareness surrounding the uses and controls of pathogens, sanitizers

Top Food Safety Trends to Keep Watch for in 2023

By Chris Koger

Headlines from 2022 are influencing some of the food safety tech trends in store for this year, as the Food

Adopting Blockchain Technology in the Food Industry

By Anthony Raschke

In recent years the food Industry has made significant advances in managing food safety. However, the rate of consumer recalls,

Are Virtual Inspections Here to Stay Post Pandemic?

By Erin Rector

More than two years ago the world as we knew it became “remote” almost overnight thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic,

Support Your Employees and Brand With A Strong Food Safety Culture