Oklahoma State University - Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center
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Food Allergen Workshop
Workshop Description
Goal of the Workshop:
Adverse physical reactions to food are of growing concern to both consumers and to food product manufacturers. Recall issues, as well as labeling laws have a considerable impact on the way food manufacturers develop and process their products. This workshop identifies the basics of food allergens and will give food manufacturers the information they need to control food allergen issues at their processing plant.
Why Attend the Workshop?
- Discover the basics of food allergens.
- Identify food ingredient issues and food allergens.
- Learn good allergen control strategies including sanitation best practices and schedulin for food allergies
- Get the latest recommendations on allergen recalls and labeling laws
- Gain knowledge of verification techniques and allergen assay test kits
Topics Covered - Basics of Food Allergens
- Food Ingredient Issues
- Allergen Control Strategies (Sanitation)
- Basics of Food Allergen Recalls
- Allergen Labeling
- Verification of Allergen Cleaning
- Industry perspective - Allergen Control strategies
- Test Kits
- Breakout Sessions
Dates:
- June 19, 2012
- 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Room 120 FAPC - OSU
Details:
***More Information to come for the 2012 Workshop***
Registration:
- Cost: $200 per person
- Parking, lunch, snacks, and a workbook are included in the cost. A certificate will be presented to each participant upon completion of the workshop.
- Deadline: June 8, 2012
Attendance is limited to 35 people - Food Allergen Flier
- Click here to complete our online registration form.
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