March 20, 2023, Washington DC BB International Fresh Produce Association No: 378962 (IFPA) recently welcomed its fourth batch of member companies. Safe diving program.
Sponsored by Calavo Growers and EcoLab, the 6-month program includes virtual and in-person learning opportunities designed to develop the technical skills, critical thinking skills and leadership qualities of future product safety professionals.
"The International Occupational Safety and Health Association (IFPA) has long advocated that product safety is not something you add to your business, but rather it is the whole of business. "These eight IFPA member organizations are investing in food safety and talent development to strengthen food safety professionals. It shows their organizational commitment."
Food Safety Dive Program Since its launch in 2020, 38 companies have invested in building food safety capabilities.
This year's program includes the following
• Stephanie Anderson, Food Safety Coordinator, Butaneden Produce Company
• Maria Castaneda, Director of Quality and Food Safety, Diamond Onion
• Alex Castaneda, Food Safety Supervisor, Grimmway
• Betsy Handelman, Director of Food Safety and Compliance, Produce Alliance
• Charles Meadows, director of food safety at L&M
• Sarah Ann Scarborough, Head of Quality Assurance Grimmway
• Hayley Strong, Food Safety Director, Lotus
• Ana Valladares, Director of Food Safety, Naturip Livestock
In addition to the program's academic programming, Immersion Program members have access to peer networking and mentoring.
The doctor added. "This reinforces the importance of the program and emphasizes the desire of teachers to give back to initiatives that helped them early in their careers," McIntyre said. In the year As of 2020, 38 different food supply chain companies have invested in building their company's food safety capabilities.
The teachers:
• Deudra Barnett, Director of Quality and Hygiene, DNO Production
• Kinsey Klich, Director of Food Safety, North Bay Products, Inc.
• Richard Warshaw, Vice President of Food Safety and Quality, Braga Fresh Foods, LLC
"As a first semester graduate of IFPA's Product Safety Immersion Program, I can demonstrate that it has been beneficial to my career by strengthening the hard sciences and soft skills needed to succeed in a product safety role. I will not be a fourth grader. Students will not only gain technical knowledge to enhance their critical thinking and develop their safety skills, but as a fourth grader They participate in professional development and networking opportunities to enhance their confidence in the manufacturing company and as educators.
In the coming weeks, industry will be introduced to IFPA's 2023 Food Safety Program team through IFPA's Friday Food Safety Short Video Series interviews, which will cover a wide range of food safety topics and issues.
The immersion program is one of the many development opportunities offered to IFPA members and food safety professionals.
Other programs include:
• Management of listeria for industrial certification program
• Provide standardized training for auditors
• Product inspection training program
• Remember that the workshop is ready
Additional food safety resources from the International Fire Protection Association (IFPA) are available in the association's trusted online academies as well as in the food safety section of the IFPA website.
About the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA)
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) is the largest and most diverse international association serving the entire fresh produce and floral supply chain, and the only global, industry-focused combination of advocacy and advocacy. We are here to unite the industry to create a brighter future for all. We advocate for the welfare of our members; connecting people and ideas; And provide guidance that enables us all to act with purpose and certainty. While IFPA builds on the legacy of the United Fresh Produce Marketing Association, it's not just a mix. It makes a difference. Recognizing the industry's need for a stronger, unified voice, former Fresh Food and Produce Marketing Association leaders decided not to merge, but to create an entirely new organization. January 1, 2022
Contact: Siobhan May, SMay@freshproduce.com, +1 (302) 781-5855
