Georgia Food Safety & Defense Conference

Join stakeholders from across Georgia and plan to attend the 2016 Food Safety & Defense Conference! This one-day educational conference will be held May 23 at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta. The event includes networking, training and interactive learning related to hot topics in food safety and food defense.

Conference topics: 

• 2013 Food Code - What do the changes mean for Georgia? (Panel Discussion)
• Environmental Assessment Reporting System (CDC's NEARS Program)
• Multi-State Foodborne Illness Outbreaks - How has the response changed in recent years? (Panel Discussion)
• Allergens and Food Labeling (Interactive Presentation)
• Food Defense Plan Builder Guidance (CARVER+Shock exercise)

See the full agenda, click here.

Who should attend?

Manufacturers/processors, retailers, industry associations and their membership; wholesalers and distributors; regulators on the local, state and federal level; academia and others with a vested interest in food safety and defense here in Georgia, regionally and nationally. This conference is designed for everyone from the boots-on-the-ground level to leadership and upper management.

How much does it cost?

There are no attendance fees! Registration is open without cost thanks to a cooperative agreement from the FDA, which is funding the event costs. (Please note, the conference will not include lunch but there will be a lunch break and the venue includes numerous options nearby.)

This event is hosted by Georgia's Food Safety & Defense Task Force (GaFSTF) in conjunction with the Georgia Food & Feed Rapid Response Team (GaRRT). We look forward to having you and your colleagues join us! Secure spot(s) for your organization today by registering using the link below. 

Learn more about the GaFSTF at ga.foodprotectiontaskforce.com.