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Resources, program developments, industry updates, and much more from SQFI. 

How to Use SQF’s Code to Fast-Track Dietary Supplements to Mainstream Retail

The dietary supplements market is booming, but with growth comes increased scrutiny from retailers, regulatory bodies, and consumers.

Driving Global Food Safety Standards: SQFI at the Greater Mekong Ministers Meeting

Last month, Damien Alexander, SQFI Asia Pacific Business Development Representative, played an important role in the 3rd Annual Greater Mekong Subregion Ministers Meeting, held in Kunming, China. 

How to Meet Annual Compliance Requirements Without Overloading Your Team

Maintaining a robust food safety system is a year-round effort, but everything comes together with the annual  compliance requirements.

A Quick 10-Point Checklist for Managing Risks to Food Safety in a Storage & Distribution Environment

Ensuring the safety and integrity of stored and distributed food products is paramount to every operation.

SQFI Supports Pollinator Health Through Integrated Pest Management

Pollinators, both insects and animals, are a critical link in our sustainable food system. According to the USDA about one-third of crops produced globally rely on insect or animal pollinators.

Enhancing Farm Resilience and Sustainability Through IPM and Pollinator Protection

Implementing sustainable agriculture practices, including integrated pest management (IPM) and pollinator protection, is crucial...

Why Dietary Supplement Manufacturers Need to Be Proactive

Ensuring the quality of dietary supplements relies on rigorous attention to ingredients, supply chains, and proactive testing.

The Future of Dietary Supplements

The marketplace of dietary supplement products has exploded with a flood of new brands and availability on numerous e-commerce platforms...

World Food Safety Day: A Reminder to Expect the Unexpected

As World Food Safety Day approaches on June 7, 2024, the importance of ensuring food safety cannot be overstated.

Why Food Safety Isn’t Just for Humans

The terms “pet parents” and “humanization of pets” that have emerged in recent years are a testament to changing attitudes...

Traceability Is Important, But It Must Be Done Right

Food safety is the single most important issue the food industry prioritizes every day. Without a safe food supply, we risk the trust and confidence of the consumers we’re committed to serving.

How Are HACCP and SQF Used Together?

Ensuring Food Safety and Quality with SQF and HACCP HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) and SQF (Safe Quality Food) are both systems designed to ensure the safety of food production.

Why Indoor Farmers Need SQF Certification

For a process that starts with a tiny seed, indoor farming has grown into a big business. Already topping $40 billion, the industry is projected to grow at an annual growth rate of 13.5% between...

Closing the Gaps in Consumer Food Safety Knowledge and Understanding

Those throughout the farm-to-fork food chain can be empowered to prove to consumers that their offerings align with food safety and quality.

Unveiling the SQF Edition 10 Process: Navigating the Landscape of Innovation and Compliance

The development of SQF Edition 9, like the development of many standards, followed a systematic and collaborative process.

SQFI Shares Five Food Safety Production Topics to Watch in 2024

In the constantly evolving food safety landscape, 2024 will usher in both challenges to overcome and innovations to leverage.

SQF in Action: Building Connections Down Under

SQFI is committed to the success of certified sites and our business partners in the international markets we service.

Uniting for Excellence: The Value of Joining Industry Colleagues at SQF Unites 2024

As we step into a future shaped by dynamic shifts in the food industry, there's no better time to come together and chart the course for excellence.

Eliminate Supply Chain Risks From Farm to Fork

Here's how a risk mitigation mindset for the supply chain can ease your mind.

Innovating on Food Waste and the Role SQF Certification Plays in Upcycling Foods

Learn about how SQF certification can assist in the upcycled foods process in using verifiable supply chains, and positively impact the environment.

McDonald’s Corporation Approves New Produce Supplier Audit Addendum for SQF Certification

SQFI’s partnerships with major food service and retail brands add value for SQF-certified operations.