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On this World Food Safety Day 2024, we reflect on the theme that underlines the importance of being prepared for food safety incidents, no matter how mild or severe they can be, we turn our attention to Uganda’s agriculture sector, a cornerstone of the country's economy and food security. Read more: https://lnkd.in/djY_i_gb #FoodSafetyDay

World #Foodsafety Day Prepare for the unexpected World Food Safety Day serves as a vital reminder of the importance of food safety and the need for constant vigilance and preparedness. This year's theme, "Prepare for the Unexpected," underscores the unpredictable nature of food safety incidents and the necessity for robust systems to prevent and respond to potential crises. The day highlights the shared responsibility among governments, producers, and consumers to ensure the food we eat is safe and nutritious. Events and campaigns around the globe, such as the EFSA's Safe2Eat campaign and WHO's dedicated efforts, emphasize the critical role of preparedness in safeguarding public health against foodborne illnesses, which affect millions annually. As we observe World Food Safety Day, let us all commit to the continuous improvement of food safety standards and practices to protect ourselves and future generations from the risks of unsafe food. #WHO #FAO #EFSA #UNIDO #Foodsafety #Foodsafetyday #Publichealth

Food Safety Hero: Master the Essentials with This Free FAO Resource! Level up your food safety knowledge! I'm excited to share this free resource from the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) - Introduction and control of food hazards This comprehensive guide dives deep into: • Identifying & Controlling Food Hazards: Learn about common foodborne threats and how to prevent them from farm to fork. • Good Hygiene Practices (GHP): Master the essential practices for ensuring a clean and safe food environment. ️• Food Safety Management Systems: Discover how to implement robust systems for managing food safety risks. Spread the Knowledge: By sharing this free resource, you can help others improve food safety practices. Empower Your Network: Let's work together to build a community of food safety champions! #FoodSafety #FoodScience #FAO #PublicHealth #FreeResource #FoodHero #HygienePractices #FoodHazardControl Credit :mohamedbala

On World Food Safety Day, remember that everybody has a role to play from farm to table to ensure the #food we consume is safe and will not damage our health. Food safety hazards do not recognize borders, so in an increasingly interconnected global food supply, risks posed by unsafe food can rapidly evolve from a local problem to an international emergency. Governments can: 🔹 Commit to developing or updating national food safety emergency response plans 🔹 Strengthen national food control systems increase surveillance and coordination capacities 🔹 Improve communication with food businesses and the general public Food businesses can: 🔹 Improve food safety management plans 🔹 Share “lessons learned” and work collaboratively with each other 🔹 Improve the way they communicate with consumers FAO World Health Organization #WorldFoodSafetyDay #FoodSafety #safefood

Welcome to# World Food Safety Day - 7th June 2024# In an increasingly globalized world that is experiencing changes in climate, pandemics, and other agriculture- and supply chain-disrupting events, opportunity grows for food safety to become compromised. To quickly address and contain negative consequences to food safety in the event of emergency, there is a need for collaboration and communication among competent authorities and food industry stakeholders worldwide. Organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), the sixth annual World Food Safety Day (WFSD), which takes place on June 7, 2024, encourages food safety competent authorities, food businesses, and other stakeholders in the food supply chain to “Prepare for the Unexpected.” In recognition of WFSD 2024, this article discusses FAO/WHO’s involvement in global food safety emergency preparedness and its historical intersections with WFSD, and shares resources to help food safety actors build resiliency against incidents like natural disasters and foodborne illness outbreaks.

World Food Safety Day African Food Safety: What You Can Do Now Food safety is a critical issue across Africa, where foodborne illnesses are a major public health concern. Everyone, especially Researchers, plays a vital role in identifying food safety risks, developing prevention strategies, and promoting best practices. Here are things you can do now to improve food safety on the continent Please share and download #worldfoodsafetyday

Today marks World Food Safety Day 2024, a global celebration under the theme "Food Safety: Prepare for the Unexpected." Emphasizing the importance of food safety for Sustainable Development Goals and Universal Health Coverage, the Ministry of Health, guided by key legislation, takes the lead in this crucial mandate. In collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, the Food and Feed Safety Control Coordination Bill 2023 strives to enhance coordination and tackle regulatory hurdles. Remember, food safety is a collective effort that demands proper practices from producers, farmers, manufacturers, transporters, and consumers alike. Let's unite to ensure that every day prioritizes food safety. Together, we can make a significant impact! 🌍🍲 #WorldFoodSafetyDay #FoodSafety2024 #GlobalCommunity #SustainableDevelopmentGoals

Improving emergency response to food safety events of international concern This year's theme “Food standards save lives”, holds a call for action for policymakers, food businesses and workplaces, educational institutions, and most importantly consumers. Drawing attention to the role of food safety standards in protecting consumers health, food security, economies and livelihood. https://loom.ly/WxU9PWw #foodsafety #protectconsumers #emergencyresponse #safetyevent #safetystandards

World Food Safety Day African Food Safety: What You Can Do Now Food safety is a critical issue across Africa, where foodborne illnesses are a major public health concern. Everyone, especially Researchers, plays a vital role in identifying food safety risks, developing prevention strategies, and promoting best practices. Here are things you can do now to improve food safety on the continent: #worldfoodsafetyday

Today is National World Food Safety Day! 🌍🥗 Each year, the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) and World Health Organization join forces to host this global event dedicated to food safety. The goal of the day is to raise awareness and encourage action to prevent, identify, and manage risks associated with foodborne illnesses. The theme for this year is “Prepare for the Unexpected.’ All individuals play a crucial role in upholding food safety standards, but unexpected incidents can compromise it at any moment. These incidents may be as minor as voluntary recalls of contaminated products by manufacturers, or as major as outbreaks related to products or disruptions caused by natural disasters. Here at Blackdown Growers, we take food safety very seriously making it a top priority in all aspect of our operation, from our packhouses, to our fields and even our office. It is essential to have a comprehensive food safety culture throughout our business to be prepared for the unexpected. Our latest news post shares the different measures we take to prevent unexpected issues from happening and ensure that we maintain the highest standards of food safety. Take a read : https://lnkd.in/ejrGDSHV #worldfoodsafetyday #worldfoodsafetyday2024 #foodsafety #agriculture