Why GFSI? And How Can It Help?

By Jennifer Brusco

…22000) [PDF] International Featured Standards (IFS) [PDF] Safe Quality Food Institute (SQF) [PDF) Additional Resources: GFSI Essential Resources Getting Started with GFSI (For Manufacturers) [On-Demand Webinar] GFSI Checklists for Food…

…22000) [PDF] International Featured Standards (IFS) [PDF] Safe Quality Food Institute (SQF) [PDF) Additional Resources: GFSI Essential Resources Getting Started with GFSI (For Manufacturers) [On-Demand Webinar] GFSI Checklists for Food…

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Jim Hammel, vice president, customer success at Sample6
In the Food Lab

Using Software for Environmental Tracking and Data Visibility

By Jim Hammel

…are held to rigorous standards, but it is human nature to complete repetitive tasks in the same manner. By randomizing which test points are tested—by day, time and operator—quality teams…

…are held to rigorous standards, but it is human nature to complete repetitive tasks in the same manner. By randomizing which test points are tested—by day, time and operator—quality teams…

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Pursuit of Clarity for WGS in Food Production Environments

By Joseph Heinzelmann

companies can answer critical food safety and food quality questions. References Carleton, H.A. and Gerner-Smidt, P. (2016). Whole-Genome Sequencing Is Taking over Foodborne Disease Surveillance. Microbe. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/pulsenet/pdf/wgs-in-public-health-carleton-microbe-2016.pdf. Institute…

companies can answer critical food safety and food quality questions. References Carleton, H.A. and Gerner-Smidt, P. (2016). Whole-Genome Sequencing Is Taking over Foodborne Disease Surveillance. Microbe. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/pulsenet/pdf/wgs-in-public-health-carleton-microbe-2016.pdf. Institute…

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Ensuring Food Safety at Tasting Events: Best Practices and Tips

By Ainsley Lawrence

…other organizations interested in offering tasting experiences can benefit from memorizing these more niche best practices, but in truth, many of these practices are intuitive to those with a comprehensive…

…other organizations interested in offering tasting experiences can benefit from memorizing these more niche best practices, but in truth, many of these practices are intuitive to those with a comprehensive…

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Audit

Best Practices for ISO 17025 Accreditation: Preparing for a Food Laboratory Audit (Part I)

By Joy Dell’Aringa

…already in place. A common area assessors will examine initially is customer complaints. Ensure that complaints escalate through the corrective action program and are documented when appropriate. Structuring the on-site…

…already in place. A common area assessors will examine initially is customer complaints. Ensure that complaints escalate through the corrective action program and are documented when appropriate. Structuring the on-site…

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Produce Traceability: 4 Steps to Get Started

By Samantha Humphrey

…Title 21, Chapter I, Subchapter A, Part 1, Subpart S, Traceability Plan. May 21, 2024. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-A/part-1/subpart-S/subject-group-ECFRe6c9096adb572d4. [vi] Food and Drug Administration. Traceability Plan Example for Farms (§1.1315). November 2023. https://www.fda.gov/media/174057/download?attachment….

…Title 21, Chapter I, Subchapter A, Part 1, Subpart S, Traceability Plan. May 21, 2024. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-A/part-1/subpart-S/subject-group-ECFRe6c9096adb572d4. [vi] Food and Drug Administration. Traceability Plan Example for Farms (§1.1315). November 2023. https://www.fda.gov/media/174057/download?attachment….

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Spoil No More: Rapid Test for Dairy Products Goes Beyond Detecting Microbes

By Maria Fontanazza

…“[This technology] brings test time within the same timeframe as other microbiology tests, so a test for yeast and mold is no longer the outlier. That’s a huge savings right…

…“[This technology] brings test time within the same timeframe as other microbiology tests, so a test for yeast and mold is no longer the outlier. That’s a huge savings right…

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Dan Okenu, Ph.D., Food Safety Manager, H-E-B
Retail Food Safety Forum

Testing and Evaluation of Food Safety Tools Simplified

By Dan Okenu, Ph.D.

…requires a lot of resources and planning for a successful testing and evaluation. Testing and evaluation milestones A systematic approach is required to properly test and evaluate new FSQA products…

…requires a lot of resources and planning for a successful testing and evaluation. Testing and evaluation milestones A systematic approach is required to properly test and evaluate new FSQA products…

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The Raw Facts on Raw Milk Safety

By Wilfredo Dominguez Nunez, Ph.D.

…of the sample taken and the information that the particular microbial test can provide. Coliform testing serves as a good example. Commonly used to assess the level of potential fecal…

…of the sample taken and the information that the particular microbial test can provide. Coliform testing serves as a good example. Commonly used to assess the level of potential fecal…

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How Workflow Advances Raise the Bar in LC-MS/MS Veterinary Drug Quantitation

By Ed George

…LC-MS/MS system for routine veterinary drug testing. Conclusion Enforcing the responsible use of veterinary drugs in farming and food production depends upon comprehensive, sensitive, robust and reliable workflows capable of…

…LC-MS/MS system for routine veterinary drug testing. Conclusion Enforcing the responsible use of veterinary drugs in farming and food production depends upon comprehensive, sensitive, robust and reliable workflows capable of…

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