Debbie Pennell Retires From the DFA
Tuesday, 14 June 2022
Today, DFA and Safe Food Alliance sadly announce the retirement of our dear friend and valued employee Debbie Pennell, Commodity Supervisor for the Stockton and Linden areas. We recognize Debbie
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Opportunities to Grow Demand and Consumption in the Nut and Dried Fruit Industry Amid an Elevated Supply
Tuesday, 17 May 2022
Supply challenges, demand growth opportunities, and sustainability highlightdiscussion around the 39th World Nut and Dried Fruit Congress in Dubai. The next INC Congress will be held in London, UK from
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DFA and Safe Food Alliance Announce “A New Day for DFA”
Friday, 13 May 2022
We are happy to announce a new chapter in DFA and Safe Food Alliance history, known as “A New Day for DFA.” This next chapter will provide members and customers
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Brand New EMP Resources Have Arrived!
Tuesday, 03 May 2022
Environmental Monitoring is here to stay. Let’s make sure you are building your program the right way. We’ve combined the feedback from clients with our rich, multi-generational laboratory experience to create a brand new information center for
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The Essential Guide To Environmental Monitoring (FREE E-BOOK)
Monday, 21 March 2022
Environmental Monitoring is one of those subjects that can be challenging because of the emphasis on scientific analysis and trending. This is why we’ve created The Essential Guide to Environmental
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Environmental Monitoring Program Trending Template (FREE EXCEL TEMPLATE)
Thursday, 11 November 2021
This template looks at the total swabs you take each month and the amount that are above your designated limits. Once you enter your information into the table we’ve created,
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EMP Water Sampling Step-By-Step Guide
Tuesday, 09 November 2021
Sampling your facility’s water is an important part of your environmental monitoring program. Use this step-by-step guide to properly sample your water and of course, if you need any extra
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Environmental Monitoring Swab Record Form (FREE TEMPLATE)
Wednesday, 03 November 2021
There are many ways that you can track the swabs you take for your environmental monitoring program. Some prefer excel spreadsheets, while others use printable word documents. To assist with
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Passive Air Sampling Step-By-Step Guide
Thursday, 28 October 2021
Living microorganisms can be found everywhere, including suspended in the air. Due to this fact, it is essential to monitor the air for microbial and fungal contaminants. Excessive amounts of
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The DFA of California Selects its Scholarship Recipients
Friday, 17 September 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, California, September 17, 2021 — The Dried Fruit Association (DFA) of California Scholarship Foundation announces the selection of its 2021 recipients. The scholarship program is aimed
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