Arlington, VA – The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) is hosting two events for food safety professionals this fall: the upcoming virtual Food Safety Forum and the Food Safety Consortium. Scheduled for September and October 2024, the events will cover critical topics such as food chemical review and federal pre-emption and provide technical education for food industry leaders, regulatory officials and quality assurance professionals.
Food Safety Forum: A Comprehensive Look at Chemical Food Safety
Taking place on September 17, this free, virtual dialogue will bring together food safety professionals, toxicologists, policy advocates, legal experts and regulatory officials to engage in a balanced and compelling discussion on the safety of food ingredients and importance of federal authority. The forum will feature a series of sessions designed to provide a holistic view of the current regulatory landscape, proposed reforms, and the evolving discussion surrounding food additives and safety standards.
Key topics of the event include:
- State and Federal Regulations: Explore the roles of state and federal regulations on businesses and consumer safety.
- FDA Oversight and Reforms: Examine the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) role in overseeing food ingredients, proposed reforms and post-market review processes.
- Legal Perspectives: Address the legal ramifications of food ingredient safety regulations and equip food companies with strategies for compliance in a complex environment.
The Food Safety Forum is a must-attend for anyone involved in the food industry, regulatory affairs and consumer safety advocacy. For complimentary registration and to see the full program, please visit www.affi.org/food-safety-forum.
Food Safety Consortium
Held in partnership with Food Safety Tech, the Food Safety Consortium is the premier conference tailored for food safety and quality assurance professionals. The 2024 conference and pre-event workshops will take place October 20-22 in Washington, DC. It serves as a vital platform for gaining scientific knowledge, staying updated on regulatory changes, and elevating food safety practices across the industry. Highlights of the Food Safety Consortium include:
- Industry-Relevant Education and Expertise: Leaders from businesses such as Cargill, Wendy’s and PepsiCo will share their best practices and learnings on some of today’s most pressing topics such as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) 204 traceability rule, food safety culture, audits and inspections, food defense and more.
- Practical Skills Development: Attendees can join pre-event workshops to double-down on topics including root cause investigation, sampling and testing approaches to Listeria monocytogenes and food safety auditor training. These hands-on workshops will further your food safety team’s professional development.
- Regulatory Insights: Esteemed current and former leaders from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will share the latest developments on regulatory priorities and compliance and look to the future of food safety. Speakers include FDA Deputy Commissioner of Human Foods Jim Jones, USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety Sandra Eskin, and FDA Deputy Associate Commissioner of Regulatory Affairs Doug Stearn.
Learn more about the agenda and expert speakers at www.affi.org/food-safety-consortium.
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About AFFI
The American Frozen Food Institute is the member-driven national trade association representing all segments of the frozen food supply chain from manufacturers to suppliers and distributors. AFFI advocates before legislative and regulatory entities on the industry’s behalf, serves as the voice for the industry and convenes industry leadership to create an environment where frozen foods are essential in a dynamic marketplace. www.affi.org
