By Cath Isabedra Food systems across the globe are under immense pressure to evolve. Consumers demand to know not just what’s in their food, but where it comes from, how it was made, and what it costs the planet. Against this backdrop, Ireland has made traceability the cornerstone of its national sustainability goals. Rather than branding or promotional campaigns, the real value lies in what the system achieves: measurable environmental stewardship, social accountability, … [Read more...] about Driving global food transparency: How Ireland is using traceability to advance sustainability goals
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Passing the baton: Safeguarding microbial safety across the food chain
Words By Chitra Muthiah, Operations and Resource Manager FMCG, Supply Chain & Product Assurance, DNV Imagine the food supply chain as a relay race. Each stage hands over the baton of safety to the next. If just one person fumbles, the entire outcome is at risk. Microbial safety is that baton. It is not just a technical checkbox. It is a strategic responsibility that requires foresight, teamwork, and care at every step. After more than twenty years working alongside food … [Read more...] about Passing the baton: Safeguarding microbial safety across the food chain
Who certifies the certifiers? Ensuring integrity in the certification process
By Cath Isabedra Certification plays a vital role in the food and beverage (F&B) industry, offering assurances of safety, quality, and compliance. Yet the true credibility of a certification depends not just on the company or product being audited, but on the integrity of the certifier itself. Understanding how certification bodies are monitored, accredited, and held accountable reveals the deep trust infrastructure behind the labels we rely on—especially across global … [Read more...] about Who certifies the certifiers? Ensuring integrity in the certification process
