Corporate social responsibility initiatives are by no means solely found in the food industry, but they seem to have a direct influence over many facets of food safety and quality.
To be effective and valuable, a food company’s management system must be tailored and focused on how it can enhance the business performance of the organization.
Many companies struggle with the transformation from food safety compliance to food safety culture. One great strategic tool is the food safety committee.
Despite significant advances in detection tools, regulations, monitoring and consumer education on food safety, reports of foodborne illness outbreaks are expected to increase.
One of the biggest areas of food waste is maintaining the cold chain. This means that all players in food supply—including producers, shippers, warehouses, retailers and consumers—have a role to fill when it comes to tackling the challenge of food waste.