Training & Development

Over the last quarter, Remco’s Training and Development team has provided cost-free technical support and training to several distributors and end-users. Our training included helping distributors identify opportunities and sell solutions that meet the challenges of HACCP. We also trained end-users on the proper care and maintenance of tools, and the principles of hygienic design.

In April, we attended the Conference for Food Protection held in Boise, Id. One of the overarching themes of the conference was the influence of consumers on the food industry. Consumers are pushing food safety at retail and introducing new challenges. These challenges include the anti-processing movement, reducing food waste, limiting produce-related outbreaks, detecting biofilms, and the changing mindset of employees. Stay tuned for future newsletters, articles, and whitepapers from Remco as we continue to keep abreast of these trends.

Also in April, we attended the Food Safety Summit in Chicago, Ill. At the conference, Mike Taylor, deputy commissioner for foods and veterinary medicine, gave his final talk before leaving the FDA. Taylor discussed his view on the industry’s progress toward FSMA compliance, and made a point to express his gratitude and appreciation of all the people responsible for championing food safety. Taylor believes the hardest part of implementation is still to come, as the industry moves toward complying with operational requirements. Another key takeaway from the conference came from Joe Corby, the executive director of AFDO. Corby encouraged consumers and industry to make sure legislators continue to fund food safety efforts so the movement maintains momentum.

The members of Remco’s Training and Development team are looking forward to interfacing with distributors and end-users over the next few months. The industry has many new challenges to discuss, and Remco has many potential solutions to share. If you or your company needs additional support, contact us. We are eager to help.