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      In this new version, you will find an optimized protocol, a new definition of the B-scoring, and the introduction of star status to highlight unannounced audits. These updates facilitate efficient working with the standard for all parties involved. “The IFS Food Standard is designed to promote continuous improvement of the companies certified to it. Accordingly, we at IFS have the ambition to continually adapt and enhance it further. This way, our certified companies and other stakeholders can rely on us to be in tune with the latest developments”, adds Chryssa Dimitriadis, Director of Standard Management at IFS. 21 years of providing high-quality, widely accepted, and trusted standards We launched the first IFS Food Standard 21 years ago. Having over 20,000 IFS Food Certificates today, IFS has become…

Of late, it has been noticed that some of the branded food processors in Sri Lanka have been sealed and restricted its business by relevant authorities. Ex: Rice Mill, Bakery producer, and soft drink manufacturer. Why this has become a threat? There are many reasons for the background of these incidents. Lack of awareness of food safety, negligence of local regulations, and hesitating on investment in the proper food safety scheme. The output is not much simpler as we predict. Fact number one. Lost of the brand name is a huge disadvantage that cannot be gained easily. The whole business could be crumbled and there will be no space in the marketplace again. Sometimes, if the business involves export, it will be cast out from the respective countries and blacklisted…

Food safety consultants play a crucial role in addressing various challenges in the food industry. Here are some incidents where their expertise is valuable: Outbreak Investigations: Consultants assist in tracing the source of foodborne illness outbreaks. For instance, in the case of the 2018 E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce in the United States, consultants aided in identifying the contaminated batches and implementing measures to prevent further spread. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Implementation: Consultants help food businesses develop and implement HACCP plans to identify and mitigate potential hazards in the production process. In instances like the 2008 Salmonella outbreak in peanuts traced to the Peanut Corporation of America, consultants could have aided in establishing proper controls to prevent contamination. Regulatory Compliance: Consultants ensure that food companies comply with local…