Spring Food Labeling Workshop

Complying with regulatory requirements for the labeling of packaged foods.

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    The Spring Food Labeling Workshop has sold out. Plan to attend the fall workshop, Oct. 20-22.

    Agenda

     

    • March 3, 2020
    • March 4, 2020
    • March 5, 2020
    8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

    Registration and Breakfast

    8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

    Morning Session (Instruction)

    Topics:

    Introduction to labeling

    Required Label Elements

    Nutrition Labeling

    12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

    Lunch

    1:15 – 4:30 p.m.

    Afternoon Session (Instruction)

    Topics:

    Introduction to Labeling

    Required Label Elements

    Nutrition Labeling

    8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

    Registration and Breakfast

    8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

    Morning Session (Instruction)

    Topics:

    Ingredient Claims

    Biotechnology Labeling

    Nutrition Claims

    12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

    Lunch

    1:15 – 4:00 p.m.

    Afternoon Session (Instruction)

    Topics:

    Ingredient Claims

    Biotechnology Labeling

    Nutrition Claims

    8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

    Registration and Breakfast

    8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

    Morning Session (Instruction)

    Topics:

    Special Labeling Occasions

    Labeling Checklists

    Hot Topics

    1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

    USDA FSIS Labeling (Additional $150)

    This additional 3-hour session is a deep dive into the world of USDA labeling. It will include information on completing USDA label transmittals including using the LSAS system, generic label approvals, temporary approvals and dealing with extenuating circumstances.  Also discussed during this session will be USDA’s standard of identities, including information on the required calculations, when qualifying statements are needed and on understanding FSIS documents.  Participants are encouraged to bring any specific FSIS questions that they have.

    If you have questions about the workshop program, content or speakers, please contact James Swart at (571) 378-6753.