Member Audit Program Updates
It’s been a long time coming, but we have officially updated the GMP audit checklist from 21 CFR 110 to 21 CFR 117. The most significant difference between the 21 CFR 110 and 21 CFR 117 is that the FDA now expects proactive enforcement of standards versus reactive enforcement. You can compare the changes here. In […]
DFA and Safe Food Alliance Announce “A New Day for DFA”
We are happy to announce a new chapter in DFA and Safe Food Alliance history, known as “A New Day for DFA.” This next chapter will provide members and customers with new benefits and services and a new Laboratory Information System (LIMS) starting July 2022.
Debbie Pennell Retires From the DFA
Today, DFA and Safe Food Alliance sadly announce the retirement of our dear friend and valued employee Debbie Pennell, Commodity Supervisor for the Stockton and Linden areas. We recognize Debbie for her unconditional dedication, grace, and team-focused mindset. She will be deeply missed, but we can only be happy for her after many years of […]
The DFA of California Selects its Scholarship Recipients
The DFA believes it’s important to play an active role in shaping the world’s next generation of food safety professionals. By engaging with students through this foundation, food safety remains a priority.
