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Understanding the What, How, Why and What’s Next for Food Traceability

Sep 13, 2023
Given the complexity of the Food Traceability Rule, FMI partnered with GS1 US to explore the requirements of the rule and share resources to assist in establishing policies and procedures for properly tracking items on the Food Traceability ...

Essential Food Safety Practices for Summer Cookouts

Jul 21, 2023
Hotdogs, barbeque, baked beans, grilled corn, vegetable skewers, coleslaw, berries, melons, pasta and potato salad are all foods we enjoy in the summer for meals with friends and family. You’re already buying quality ingredients—you’ll want to be ...

Photo Friday: Advancing Global Food Safety through Collaboration

Jul 21, 2023
FMI and the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) hosted a delegation of government representatives from Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador to discuss potential opportunities for collaboration on and harmonization of food safety ...

Leveraging Data Standards for Traceability

Jun 28, 2023
Leveraging data standards can be helpful in streamlining business processes, enhancing supply chain visibility, enabling traceability and ultimately meeting the requirements of the Food Traceability ...

The Vital Role of Every Link in the Supply Chain for Ensuring Food Safety

May 16, 2023
As we prepare to celebrate World Food Safety Day on June 7, 2023, it is important to recognize the crucial role that every link in the supply chain plays in ensuring that the food we eat, sell, or prepare is ...

Communication and Culture: Imperatives for Food Safety

Apr 11, 2023
To ensure that food safety principles and practices drive workers and leaders across every level of an organization, a company needs to communicate and demonstrate their commitment to food ...
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