It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere! Episode 3 Recording: Partnership for Food Traceability

Watch this recorded webinar where host Rick Biros as he welcomes Dr. Ben Miller from The Acheson Group and Eric Marshall from Leavitt Partners on the “It’s Five o’clock Somewhere” webinar. They’ll unpack the FDA’s FSMA 204 Traceability Rule and explore how the groundbreaking Partnership for Food Traceability (PFT) is leading the way in helping companies and regulators prepare for the new rule.

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Analyzing the Most Common Food Safety Issues in Cold Storage: How to Avoid Them & Prepare for the Future Frozen Food Supply Chain

Watch this webinar recording and learn key food safety elements and details of FDA’s final Food Traceability rule and its implications for frozen foods. Panelists will reveal new research findings and never-before-seen audit data, share ongoing global efforts toward scale transitions in the frozen food supply chain, particularly as it relates to sustainability and energy-use, and discuss potential operational impacts in cold storage facilities.

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It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Episode 2: A Conversation with Mark Carter

Join Rick Biros, Content Director and Founder of Food Safety Tech in a happy hour conversation about food safety & quality. Mark Carter, President of IAFP was an editorial advisor to Food Quality magazine when Rick, who founded and published the magazine from 1995 to 2007. In 2012, Mark was an early advisor to Rick in the launch of FoodSafetyTech.com and the Food Safety Consortium conference. Since then, many things have evolved. Rick and Mark will look back at FSMA, how it has evolved and discuss the future FSQA risks and challenges.

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From Farm to Fork: Tackling Food Loss & Food Waste with Innovative Strategies and Solutions

Food loss and food waste occur throughout the entire food supply chain, from production on the farm to consumption at the table. How can we tackle the issue of food waste effectively? Effective management begins with understanding the problem. During this webinar, we will explore the distinctions between food loss and food waste and offer strategies for identifying, measuring, and addressing the issue. We will cover various approaches, including prevention techniques and methods for repurposing food waste, to significantly reduce the amount of food discarded annually.

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It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! A Happy Hour conversation about food safety & quality

Episode 1: A Conversation with Dr. David Acheson, President & CEO, TAG. In 2012, David was an early advisor to Rick in the launch of FoodSafetyTech.com and the Food Safety Consortium conference. Back then, many things were new and evolving including the proposed Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Rick and David will look back at FSMA, how it has evolved and discuss the future FSQA risks and challenges.

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Food Safety Supply Chain Virtual Event

Supply chain risks have a significant impact on food safety and quality. Maintaining communication, approving new suppliers in times of geopolitical conflict and product shortages, and conforming to the coming FSMA Traceability Final Rule are among the inherent challenges now facing supply chain managers and food safety professionals.

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Webinar: Risk Assessment and Testing for Chemical Hazards

Every day it seems like a new chemical makes the news as a risk in food and water. As a Quality Assurance Manager in the food industry, how should we document that we are aware of these chemical hazards, conduct a risk assessment for our foods and processes, and then design a testing plan to assure we are making safe food. Do these so-called “forever chemicals” like PFAs require a different approach to risk assessment and testing? Join us to learn about regulatory developments, risk assessment for ingredients, water and processing in regards to HACCP plans and testing methodologies to minimize risk in food and water.

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Trust on the Line: Protecting Your Brand in a World of Food Safety Hazards – On Demand Webinar

The recent recall of lead-contaminated applesauce and cinnamon products highlights the importance of proactive food safety risk management. It is critical for food companies to prevent food safety issues to ensure product safety, maintain consumer trust and protect brand reputation, but identifying and prioritizing these supply chain risks can be a challenge without the right strategy. Our webinar will reveal best practices and operational examples of food safety risk mitigation. Click on the headline to watch the recording of this webinar On Demand

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