The Microbiological Risks of Raw Meat Pet Food and How to Avoid Cross Contamination in Home Kitchens Raw meat pet food has gained popularity among pet owners who believe it offers health benefits for their [...]
Food Consulting Services' Route to Energy Independence South Africa first experienced load shedding in 2007, marking the beginning of a series of power challenges for the country. For a microbiology laboratory like Food Consulting Services [...]
The Importance of Handwashing in Food Preparation Hand hygiene plays a critical role in preventing foodborne illnesses. Proper handwashing techniques can significantly reduce the risk of contamination in food preparation areas, ensuring both food safety [...]
Understanding Food Expiration Dates: What Do They Really Mean? Navigating food expiration dates can be confusing, but understanding them is crucial for food safety and reducing waste. Here’s a breakdown of what "best before," "sell [...]
Food Safety Tips for Reusable Shopping Bags Reusable shopping bags are a great way to cut down on plastic waste, but they do come with some food safety concerns. Knowing these risks and how to [...]
USDA Declares Salmonella an Adulterant in Certain Raw Chicken Products In a significant move towards enhanced food safety, the USDA has officially declared Salmonella as an adulterant in raw, breaded, stuffed chicken products. Effective immediately, [...]
Ensuring Food Safety: The Importance of Environmental Monitoring Programs In a food factory, maintaining a clean and safe production environment is essential. An effective environmental monitoring program (EMP) plays a crucial role in achieving this [...]
Nurturing Trust: Elevating Food Safety in Staff Canteens with FCS As the world begins to embrace a return to the workplace, companies are faced with a crucial task: ensuring the safety and quality of the [...]
The Hidden Danger in Our Foods: Understanding and Combating Food borne Illnesses In our ongoing battle for food safety, the statistics are stark reminders of the challenges we face. According to the Centers for Disease [...]
Navigating the food industry consulting landscape, our story at Food Consulting Services (FCS) is something special. Here’s a short history. Our Humble Start (1977-1980s) In '77, Tim and Heather Thompson started FCS from their home's [...]
