What does microbiology have to do with food safety? More than you think. It is one of the main aspects of overall testing in South Africa, in fact. Failing to do the necessary microbiology testing can result in a slew of complications. But what should you test for?...
To consumers, a label on a food product is nothing but a guide to help them make purchasing choices. But to manufacturers of foodstuffs, the labels are much more than that. Labels on food products contain the nutritional profiling of the item. And, acquiring the...
Do you produce the type of food items that need nutritional labels? Is there a chance that your products might be contaminated with harmful toxins? Are you serious about ensuring a strong brand reputation and fostering good public health? If you answered yes to two or...
Food quality is often confused with food safety, and this is where the idea of food safety vs food quality becomes important to understand. While the two are closely linked, they serve very different purposes in the food industry. These differences matter,...
As you know, food safety is big deal. Complying with standards is essential for the safety of the public and for the reputation of your organisation. But, you can’t simply comply with rules and expect your responsibilities to end there. There’s more you need to do –...
A food safety inspection is an evaluation carried out by qualified auditors or regulatory authorities to assess whether your business is following mandatory food safety requirements. These checks identify hazards that could cause contamination, illness, or consumer...
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