International Association for Food Protection

IAFP: Advancing Food Safety Worldwide by providing members with a forum to exchange information on protecting the global food supply.

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High-profile individuals have promoted raw milk as a more “natural” alternative to pasteurized milk, but outbreaks continue and evidence for the claimed benefits remains limited.

What do consumers need to know? Read more in the November IAFP Report: https://t.co/d8zeerGPTO

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Long before Kristin Esch worked in produce safety, she was a kid in South Haven, Michigan, catching crayfish to trade for candy.

Read about her path from vet school to produce education in “Beyond the Bio.”

Read here: https://t.co/3NyWsieJz1

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New to food safety? Looking to level up midcareer? There’s something for everyone at IAFP. Hear how professionals at every career stage benefit from membership, networking, and the Annual Meeting.

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Registration for IAFP Europe 2027 is now open! Make plans to attend IAFP’s leading European food safety conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, 28-30 April 2027.

Early registration rates end 31 March 2027.

Learn more here: https://t.co/BHZwLAc9Ec

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A study in the November 2026 Journal of Food Protection analyzed how different Listeria monocytogenes strains grow on smoked salmon.

Strain variability matters for both challenge tests and predictive microbiology tools.

Read here: https://t.co/fqpHgC1JdL

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Connect with the global food safety community through your IAFP Europe 2027 sponsorship.

Sponsors increase brand awareness, strengthen industry relationships, and showcase a commitment to food safety.

View the packages here: https://t.co/bJH5V2CYPT

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The November/December issue of Food Protection Trends is now available to IAFP members.

This issue features a special section, “IAFP 2026 in Review,” with a meeting summary, award recipients, scholarship experiences, and meeting minutes.

Read here: https://t.co/f0FxjVZ3f6

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What makes IAFP different? It’s the culture. A community built on giving, educating, and freely sharing time and knowledge is rare not only in food safety but also across professional organizations.

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IAFP was pleased to take part in the 20th China International Food Safety & Quality Conference this week in Shanghai.

Attending on behalf of IAFP were Wendy White, vice president, and Lisa Garcia, executive director.

IAFP is proud to be a global host of this conference.

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IAFP is proud to be a sponsor of the 20th Dubai International Food Safety Conference, taking place November 16-18, 2026, in the UAE.

We hope to see you there!

Learn more here: https://t.co/N3RQfbUBBQ

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It’s not too early to submit your abstract for IAFP 2027!

Abstract submissions are due Tuesday, January 12, 2027 (11:59 p.m. CST).

Share your research with thousands of attendees in Kansas City, Missouri, July 18-21.

Get started here: https://t.co/jaImiA9vtN

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The IAFP Foundation is how we invest in the future: scholarships, support for developing professionals, and the financial stability to keep our mission going. Every contribution matters.

Learn more at https://t.co/eFHnJPWyZv

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IAFP had the pleasure of hosting the Executive Board in Des Moines, Iowa, this week for two days of discussion, decisions and strategic planning.

A huge thank you to our board members for their time away from home and work and for their outstanding leadership.

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A study in the September-October Food Protection Trends asked chefs and culinary instructors about forcemeat safety.

Participants discussed concerns around pâtés, terrines and roulades and how they teach preparation.

Read here: https://t.co/EYFAwo9Hu7

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IAFP is proud to be a global host of the 20th China International Food Safety & Quality Conference, October 28-29 in Shanghai.

Two days of learning and networking under the theme “Safer Food, Healthier Lives.”

Learn more here: https://t.co/hv3IQAsRjb

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A study in the October issue of the Journal of Food Protection evaluated wheat-derived bacteria as surrogates for Salmonella and STEC on low-moisture foods.

Selecting the right surrogate is critical for validating food safety interventions.

Read here: https://t.co/5cKCaAzMYZ

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World Food Day, October 16, raises awareness of global hunger and promotes action for food security and sustainable agriculture.

Support local farmers and food banks, advocate for sustainable food systems and reduce food waste.

Learn more here: https://t.co/kGdsgOiFYH

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Only days remain to submit an abstract for IAFP Europe 2027 in Copenhagen, Denmark, 28-30 April.

Monday, 19 October, is the deadline to be a part of the European Symposium agenda. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your research!

Submit here: https://t.co/iZzyA0qbHL

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Connect with the global food safety community by sponsoring at IAFP Europe 2027 in Copenhagen, Denmark, 28-30 April.

Increase brand awareness, strengthen industry relationships and showcase your commitment to food safety.

View the packages here: https://t.co/QzxrprHROn

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IAFP’s next webinar, “Building Bridges: Networking Strategies for Students and Professionals in Food Safety,” is Wednesday, October 14 (noon-1 p.m. EST).

Free, but advance registration is required.

Register here: https://t.co/TkXjfK8rxb