Sustainability is at the forefront of every industry, including the food industry, as it is driven by consumer demand and regulatory pressures. Food industry professionals must be knowledgeable and flexible about the current regulatory drivers to ensure compliance with these requirements and maintain competitiveness in the market.
Most audit standards that concern food safety include an assessment of a facility’s capability to manage pest-related hazards. Implementing robust pest management strategies can significantly support positive results during food safety audits. Effective pest management is a crucial component of a strong food safety culture in food production facilities, resulting in ongoing improvements in audit performance.
Industry professionals are developing and implementing integrated pest management to comply with food safety regulations and meet the promise of environmentally friendly operations. Discover how a holistic approach to pest control is revolutionizing sustainable agriculture from the farm to food facilities.
Recent studies under controlled laboratory conditions have demonstrated that German cockroaches still make contact with pyrethroid-treated surfaces—contradicting the common belief that these compounds are strongly repellent. Pest management professionals should consider how formulation type, application strategy, and environmental context influence pest behavior.
High-starch diets could reduce dangerous bacteria in beef cattle, offering new food safety strategies.
Led by Dr. Darin Detwiler, a professor, author, and internationally recognized food safety expert, this interactive workshop will explore best-in-class communication strategies rooted in behavioral science.
CDC announced that the outbreak is over. CDC reports a total of 10 illnesses in two states. There has been a total of 10 hospitalizations and one death attributed to listeriosis.
New research is identifying workable solutions to the presence of heavy metals in vegetables and rice that can be applied by all stakeholders from growers to consumers.
Most food and beverage organizations consider traceability requirements an expensive, time-consuming regulatory obligation. However, early adopters will win customer commitments and solidify a competitive advantage as the sector becomes more transparent.
Recognizing Global, Up-And-Coming Food Safety Professionals: Three companies on the path to improve their food safety culture through an innovative, new program.
