Safe Food California 2026
Safe Food California is where the industry comes together The food safety landscape is evolving—driven by regulatory changes, technological advancements, and supply chain complexity. California continues to lead the nation […]
Strengthening Preventive Controls Through Environmental Monitoring
Disclaimer: This content came from a DFA member-only refresher training. DFA of California Ensuring food safety requires a comprehensive approach, and one critical element often overlooked is the processing environment itself. […]
Food Safety in 2025: The Five Stories That Shaped the Industry
2025 was a year of heightened scrutiny and change across food safety. The industry saw an increase in recalls, a shift in regulatory priorities, and global trade and supply chain […]
Setting Food Safety Goals That Actually Stick in 2026
New Year’s is the time when we hear the most about making resolutions. Everyone is asking, what are your New Year’s Resolutions? What do you want to change in 2026? Often, this feels like it only applies to your […]
Mycotoxins in Tree Nuts & Dried Fruits: What You Need to Know
Disclaimer: This content came from a DFA member-only refresher training. DFA of California Mycotoxins remain one of the most significant food safety challenges for the dried fruit and tree nut industries […]
FSMA Final Rule on Pre-Harvest Agricultural Water
The much-anticipated Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Final Rule on Pre-Harvest Agricultural Water is finally here! The revised rule covering pre-harvest water requirements supersedes the […]
SQF Edition 10: What We Know So Far
SQF Edition 10 brings a new era in the food safety certification industry. As you prepare yourself and your team for this new era, it is critical to have a […]
FDA Revokes 52 SOI’s
In 1939, food standards were vital in safeguarding families against mysterious foods and artificial fruit cocktails. Shortly after the 1938 Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FDC) Act was enacted, the […]
Safe Food California 2025: A Week That Moved the Industry Forward
The food and agriculture industry is navigating an unprecedented level of disruption and change—facing challenges that will likely define the next decade of food safety and quality. From shifting regulations […]
FDA has banned the use of Red No. 3 in food and ingested drugs
On January 15, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that they are banning the use of FD&C Red No. 3 in food and ingested drugs. FD&C Red No. […]