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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…

Certifications, Food Safety, FSVP, Importers

July 4, 2025

Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP): What U.S. Importers and Suppliers Need to Know

Introduction to FSVP and the role of an FSVP Agent In today’s global food supply chain, ensuring the safety of imported foods is a top priority for the United States…

Certifications, Change Management, Food Safety, News, SQF

June 11, 2025

Preparing for SQF Edition 10: Key Changes and Compliance Strategies

As the food industry prepares for the official release of SQF Edition 10, there is a significant opportunity for manufacturers, processors, and importers to proactively strengthen their food safety programs.…

Change Management, Food Safety, HACCP, News, Regulatory Changes, SQF

May 14, 2025

Change Management for SQF certification

What is Change Management? The American Society for Quality (ASQ) defines change management as the strategies and practices a company uses to implement internal and external changes. This includes preparing…

Food Quality Control for FSPCA Version 2

Courses, Food Safety

April 10, 2025

FSPCA (PCQI) Version 2 Training: All You Need to Know

What is the FSPCA (PCQI) Training? Why is it important in food manufacturing? Is PCQI required by FDA? The Current Good Manufacturing Practice, Hazard Analysis, and Risk-based Preventive Controls for…

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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

Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP): What U.S. Importers and Suppliers Need to Know

Preparing for SQF Edition 10: Key Changes and Compliance Strategies

Change Management for SQF certification

FSPCA (PCQI) Version 2 Training: All You Need to Know

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