<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[FSPCA]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) is the most trusted source of education and training programs for U.S. food manufacturers.]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:52:48 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.fspca.net/es/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Ensuring Compliance: What Recent FDA Actions Reveal About Global Food Safety Gaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recent enforcement trends from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration continue to send a clear signal to the global food industry: regulatory expectations under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)  are not only firmly established - but they are also being actively enforced. Across both domestic and international operations, the Agency’s use of Detention Without Physical Examination (DWPE) - as reflected in its Import Alert system  and the issuance of Warning Letters , reveal a consistent...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/ensuring-compliance-what-recent-fda-actions-reveal-about-global-food-safety-gaps</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cab2e9595b1ffbde1e7769</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:32:43 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>fspca9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strengthening Food Safety Through Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Across the FSPCA network, collaboration is making a real impact. From small processors creating their first food safety plans to global firms refining verification systems, our FDA recognized training programs on FSMA regulations continue to support safer food worldwide. Take Action: Book your next course early to keep up with demand Check your course materials to ensure you’re using the latest versions Share your success stories with the FSPCA community Encourage colleagues to complete...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/strengthening-food-safety-through-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87dfb495b61304352664f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:19:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The FSPCA Website: Your One‑Stop Hub for Training, Resources, and Updates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you are preparing to teach a course, looking for training materials, or seeking answers to common questions, the FSPCA website is designed to be your starting point. The site connects users to the key platforms and resources that support FSPCA training and implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), making it easier to find the information you need in one place. For Lead Instructors, the website organizes important information into four primary tabs , each designed to...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/the-fspca-website-your-one-stop-hub-for-training-resources-and-updates</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87d62be72f39f1f5c2976</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:17:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_2d159fdffab34f638a98105f1c02da94~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_742,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Curriculum &#38; Regulatory Alignment: Keeping FSPCA Training Current ]]></title><description><![CDATA[FSPCA is committed to keeping its curricula up to date, accurate and relevant. Recent focus areas on the Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 curriculum include: Clarifications related to hazard analysis documentation expectations Increased attention on supply-chain program verification Growing interest in environmental monitoring program effectiveness Training materials are periodically reviewed and updated to maintain accuracy and consistency. Lead Instructors are reminded to...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/curriculum-regulatory-alignment-keeping-fspca-training-current</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87d364b5dfe0bfdb0f44e</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:15:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_59f4e408fe144e539b402beb938f110f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ready to Teach? Explore the 2026 FSPCA Lead Instructor Training Schedule ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) 2026 Lead Instructor training schedule offers several opportunities for qualified professionals to complete the required training to become an FSPCA-trained Lead Instructor and deliver FSPCA participant courses. Upcoming training options include both virtual and in-person formats, allowing participants to plan ahead and secure a seat in the courses that best fit their schedule. Virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/ready-to-teach-explore-the-2026-fspca-lead-instructor-training-schedule</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87cdc495b613043526459</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:14:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_1f811f8290754b9c841c6d867684cea1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_636,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating 10 Years: Join Us at the FSPCA Annual Conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) is excited to announce the dates for its 10th Annual Conference, taking place November 17–18, 2026, at the Chicago Marriott Burr Ridge, Illinois . This milestone event will mark a decade of bringing together food safety professionals, educators, regulators, and industry leaders committed to strengthening preventive food safety systems worldwide. This year’s conference theme,  “Advancing Global Implementation of FSMA Regulations Through...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/celebrating-10-years-join-us-at-the-fspca-annual-conference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87c684b5dfe0bfdb0f307</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:13:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_abc37a141e374c7f8b8e1dcca0365d41~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[FSPCA Quarterly Snapshot: Strong Global Training Engagement in Q1 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[From steady weekly course registrations to almost half of recent trainings taking place internationally, the latest metrics show how Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance programs continue to expand their global impact. Notable Metrics Courses being registered by Lead Instructors at a consistent rate of ~45 per week.     41% of courses held this past quarter were conducted internationally.  Thank you to our Lead Instructors for maintaining high-quality delivery standards and supporting...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/fspca-quarterly-snapshot-strong-global-training-engagement-in-q1-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87c3daf19906fa178c1f9</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:11:34 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Animal Food Curriculum Work Group Advances Chapter Updates ]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the first quarter of 2026, the Animal Food Curriculum Work Group met to review and refine chapter edits while providing ongoing feedback on updates implemented by Editor Dr. Marissa Cohen. This highly engaged group of experts is focused on finalizing curriculum edits and supporting FDA review through the end of Q2. Looking ahead, the Work Group will collaborate with the FSPCA admin team on change management and implementation planning, ensuring a smooth rollout of the updated curriculum....]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/animal-food-curriculum-work-group-advances-chapter-updates</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87c0bbe72f39f1f5c2704</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:10:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_f96a778d2fc14b91aaebf18d87a8b7ff~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_697,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanding Access: Free Lead Instructor Training for University Staff Through USDA-FSOP Grant ]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce expanded USDA NIFA FSOP grant funding for select FSPCA Lead Instructor courses. This grant support is available for Lead Instructor candidates from U.S. based university faculty and academic staff, and extension specialists within the Land Grant networks and FSMA Regional Centers. Eligible participants may now receive full coverage for course registration, certificates, and course materials for select upcoming FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Courses...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/expanding-access-free-lead-instructor-training-for-university-staff-through-usda-fsop-grant</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87be6be72f39f1f5c26ce</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:10:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_091c1165db2042d4b22da1107df2d05f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Message from the FSPCA Director: Celebrating Milestones and Looking Ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[The year 2026 marks a series of significant milestones for the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA). We proudly celebrate the 15th anniversary of FSPCA, established in 2011; the 10th anniversary of the official launch of our first standardized FSPCA curriculum in 2016; and the hosting of the 10th FSPCA Annual Conference, bringing together the global food safety community. Over the past decade, FSPCA has become an internationally recognized, premier source for FSMA‑related...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/december-2025-notes-from-the-fspca-director</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698b8f6ad471d728ee6c8ea3</guid><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:09:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_f1abfd75a2e546bc9c10dfb582abbf39~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_150,h_199,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcoming New FSPCA Executive Advisory Board Members and Honoring Those Rotating Off ]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are excited to welcome Lynette Johnston, Charlotte Christin , and Sylvia Kim to the FSPCA Executive Advisory Board. Their diverse experience and dedication to food safety education will help advance FSPCA’s mission and support our growing community of stakeholders. At the same time, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Martin Bucknavage and Jennifer Thomas, who are rotating off the board. Their guidance, leadership, and commitment to food safety have been invaluable, and we are grateful for...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/welcoming-new-fspca-executive-advisory-board-members-and-honoring-those-rotating-off</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c879484b5dfe0bfdb0ed3f</guid><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_20734b691ce14bd8ba0596de3689869e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_335,h_465,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[FSPCA Publishes the Food Traceability Rule Training for the Food Industry Curriculum]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Food Traceability Rule Training for the Food Industry curriculum was developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) in collaboration with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This core curriculum is designed to support firms that manufacture, process, pack, or hold foods included on the Food Traceability List and are required to comply with the Final Rule on Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods, or Food Traceability Rule (FTR). The...]]></description><link>https://www.fspca.net/post/fspca-publishes-the-food-traceability-rule-training-for-the-food-industry-curriculum</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c87ba4495b61304352622d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/38787b_68fce85f418440b4919d9e2473fe4d42~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>FSPCA Admin</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>