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Articles Eradicating Listeria Monocytogenes From Slicing and Packaging Environments
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D.
Now is the time for the mushroom industry to take all possible measures to minimize risks for Listeria contamination More
Articles FSMA Produce Safety and Preventive Controls Regulations: How Do They Apply?
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D.
This article reviews the basics for Produce Safety and Preventive Controls and provides some information on how they may affect the mushroom industry. More
Articles Method for Validating Thermal Sanitization of Mushroom Disk Slicing Equipment
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D., Ramaswamy C. Anantheswaran, Hilary Tobin
This study demonstrates the feasibility of thermal sanitization treatment to eliminate L. monocytogenes at niche sites within slicer heads without requiring complete disassembly. More
Articles Supplier Controls for Prevention of Food Safety Recalls
Martin Bucknavage
The Preventive Controls for Human Foods Regulation requires food companies to develop and implement a risk-based Food Safety Plan. More
Articles Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D.
Part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), the goal of the Sanitary Transportation rule is to prevent practices during transportation that create food safety risks. More
Workshops Controlling Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli in Beef Products
10/05/2018
University Park, PA
Free
Learn how to address and control E. coli O157:H7 and other STEC Pathogens during the production of beef products manufactured in small and very small meat processing establishments More
Online Courses Sanitary Transport of Human and Animal Food
4
1 hour, 30 minutes
$19.00
This online course meets the training requirements for the FDAs ruling on the Sanitary Transportation Regulation for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). More
List of Co-packers and Manufacturers in Pennsylvania and Beyond
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D.
A co-packer, or co-manufacturer, is an established food company that processes and packages your product according to your specifications. More
Articles Food Entrepreneurs
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D.
Are you looking to start a new food business? Are you an existing business looking for information on how to maximize your profitability? More
State and Federal Regulations for Food Processors
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D.
Regulations vary from state to state. Here we provide resources from Pennsylvania and Federal sources. Check with your state Department of Agriculture or local Health Department to determine which regulations you need to follow. More
Articles Handwashing Poster
Martin Bucknavage
Poster provides instructions on the proper handwashing techniques. In spanish and english. More
Articles Developing a Food Defense Plan
Martin Bucknavage
Learn how to meet compliance requirements in the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) rule on preventing intentional contamination. More
Workshops Food Safety and Sanitation for Food Manufacturers Short Course
10/16/2018
University Park, PA
$925.00
The short course is a comprehensive two-and-one-half day lecture and hands-on lab/demonstration program on the essentials of sanitation practices that prevent food contamination in commercial food facilities. More
Workshops Pasteurizer Operators Workshop
10/23/2018
University Park, PA
$995.00
Participants in this three day course will gain knowledge on the operational and regulatory procedures used for pasteurization, with an emphasis on milk. More
Articles Learn more about imported foods and the FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program rule, plus find educational opportunities from Penn State Extension. More
Videos FSMA's Preventive Controls for Animal Foods Rule
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D., Ginger D Fenton, PhD
16:31
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Preventive Controls for Animal Foods rule is discussed in this video. Learn if your operation is affected and what you need to do to comply. More
Videos What is the Food Safety Modernization Act?
Luke LaBorde, Ph.D.
28:01
This 28-minute video covers the basics of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), and provides in-depth information on the Produce Safety and Preventive Controls for Human Foods Rules. Watch and learn how FSMA affects you. More
Articles Farmstead and Artisan Cheesemaking
Sarah Cornelisse, Kerry E. Kaylegian, Ph.D., Lynn Kime, Jayson K. Harper, Ph.D., Emily Montgomery
The renaissance of farm-based dairy processing can be attractive, but it is imperative that farmers research and plan all aspects of a new enterprise. More
Writing Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
Kerry E. Kaylegian, Ph.D.
Consistently using correct cleaning and sanitizing procedures in dairy and food processing plants is the foundation to producing high quality, safe food. More
Articles Key Concepts of Cleaning and Sanitizing
Kerry E. Kaylegian, Ph.D.
Proper cleaning and sanitizing is essential to producing high quality, safe dairy foods. A well-informed and trained staff provides the foundation for safe food processing. More
Articles Cleaning and Sanitizing Wood Boards for Cheese Aging
Kerry E. Kaylegian, Ph.D.
The traditional practice of using wood boards for cheese aging must meet the contemporary practice of sanitation to ensure food safety. More
Workshops Free
This workshop provides the credentials to meet FDA requirements for development and implementation of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) as part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) regulations. More
Free
This course covers the fundamentals of assessing and managing the risk associated with intentional contamination in food manufacturing facilities. More
Workshops Free
Advanced course in HACCP taught by certified instructors with extensive experience in food safety training. More
Guides and Publications Pennsylvania Dairy Plant and Raw Milk Directory
Kerry E. Kaylegian, Ph.D.
72
$3.85
This 2014 publication provides a listing of the dairy foods permit holders in Pennsylvania, including dairies holding PDA grade A, non-grade A, manufacturing, aged cheese, and raw milk permits. More