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April 21, 2026

SQF Edition 10: Strengthening Food Safety Through Culture, Change Management, and Environmental Monitoring

On March 1, 2026, the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) released SQF Edition 10, a significant update to the globally recognized Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program. This latest edition reflects…

HACCP system for sensory quality control in beverage manufacturing

Food Safety, HACCP

March 9, 2026

HACCP Beyond Safety: How a Risk-Based System Protects Sensory Quality in Food and Beverage

When most people hear HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), they think about food safety – bacteria, recalls, and inspections. And while that role is essential, it barely scratches…

SQF Food Manufacturing Edition 9 – Amendment Updates

Food Safety, News, SQF, Templates

February 10, 2026

SQF Food Manufacturing Edition 9 – Amendment Updates

SQFI Program is globally recognized as a food safety certification program that covers the food supply chain from primary production to foodservice. For SQF Code Edition 9.0, there have been…

Food Safety, Importers

February 6, 2026

FDA’s Food Traceability Rule: What It Means and How to Get Ready?

If you sell food into the US, FDA’s Food Traceability Final Rule, or known as FSMA 204, is the traceability upgrade you need on your radar. It creates additional traceability…

Consulting Services, Food Safety, News

January 2, 2026

Reviewing Key Topics From the FSPCA 2025 Annual Conference Report

Strengthening the Food Supply Chain Through Education, Training, and Outreach (November 18–19, 2025) The 2025 FSPCA Annual Conference brought together regulatory leaders, industry experts, and food safety professionals to explore…

Consulting Services, Food Safety, News, SQF

November 21, 2025

Webinar Recap: Karine Lawrence on Internal Audits for Successful SQF Certification

Introduction: Why Internal Audits Matter More Than Ever On November 19, Karine Lawrence of Sirocco Food + Wine Consulting joined Felicia Loo of SFPM Consulting to co-host a focused, high-value…

CFIA inspection for food business compliance

Certifications, Food Safety, News, SFCR

November 10, 2025

Understanding the CFIA ERA Model: What Food Businesses Need to Know

Food businesses play a vital role in Canada’s economy. To ensure food safety, quality, and fair market practices, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is responsible for overseeing compliance across…

Consulting Services, Food Safety, SQF

October 1, 2025

SQF Compliance: Achieving a Great Audit Score by Leveraging Your Internal Audit Program

Internal auditing is more than just an SQF requirement (System Element 2.5: System Verification), it’s one of the most effective tools for shaping a positive food safety culture. When done…

Consulting Services, FSVP, News, SFCR

September 2, 2025

What to Do If You Receive a Letter from the FDA or CFIA Regarding Missing FSVP or PCP Plans

Receiving a letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) stating that your Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) or Preventive Control Plan…

Food Safety, FSVP, News, Regulatory Changes

August 11, 2025

Review of latest US Allergen Guidance to Help with Risk Analysis and Control for Food Safety

Overview of the 5th edition of the US FDA Allergen Guidance Overview This blog compiles key points from three key sources: the US FDA’s Allergen Guidance (5th edition, 2025), the…

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SQF Edition 10: Strengthening Food Safety Through Culture, Change Management, and Environmental Monitoring

HACCP Beyond Safety: How a Risk-Based System Protects Sensory Quality in Food and Beverage

SQF Food Manufacturing Edition 9 – Amendment Updates

FDA’s Food Traceability Rule: What It Means and How to Get Ready?

Reviewing Key Topics From the FSPCA 2025 Annual Conference Report

Webinar Recap: Karine Lawrence on Internal Audits for Successful SQF Certification

Understanding the CFIA ERA Model: What Food Businesses Need to Know

SQF Compliance: Achieving a Great Audit Score by Leveraging Your Internal Audit Program

What to Do If You Receive a Letter from the FDA or CFIA Regarding Missing FSVP or PCP Plans

Review of latest US Allergen Guidance to Help with Risk Analysis and Control for Food Safety

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