IS YOUR BUSINESS READY FOR THE NEXT FOOD SAFETY CHALLENGE?
9 Nov 2026
FRESH and SAFE: New Specialist Food Safety Training for the Fresh Produce Industry
How confident are you that your business is prepared for the next food safety challenge?
From growing and harvesting to packing and distribution, microbiological risks can threaten product safety, consumer confidence and business reputation.
The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC), through The Fresh Produce Academy, has launched FRESH & SAFE – a new, specialist two-day training programme designed to help fresh produce professionals identify risks, prevent contamination and make confident, informed food safety decisions.
Two days | Ten specialist modules | Expert trainers | In-person | CIEH Assured ( Level 3 )
Why FRESH & SAFE?
Developed specifically for the fresh produce industry, the programme brings together expert knowledge, practical exercises, real-world case studies and interactive, face-to-face learning.
Delegates will learn how to:
- Spot the risks – Identify microbiological hazards and understand how contamination can occur across the supply chain.
- Prevent contamination – Strengthen controls around water, soil, crop inputs, worker hygiene, equipment and handling.
- Make informed decisions – Apply risk assessment principles, microbiological testing and verification to everyday operations.
- Meet industry expectations – Build understanding of food safety requirements, assurance standards and best practice.
- Be prepared – Improve the approach to food safety incidents, traceability, corrective actions and crisis management.
The course is CIEH Assured, expert-led by experienced fresh produce specialists, and designed to ensure delegates take away practical knowledge they can apply directly within their businesses.
Upcoming Course Dates
- 24–25 November 2026 | Sittingbourne, Kent
- 9–10 December 2026 | East Coast, Scotland
Further course dates are planned for January, February and March 2027.
Course Investment
£750 + VAT per delegate for the full two-day programme – equivalent to just £375 + VAT per day.
Who Should Attend?
FRESH & SAFE is designed for growers, managers and technical professionals responsible for food safety, quality and production.
How to Book
To secure your place on an upcoming FRESH & SAFE course, download and complete the Fresh and Safe Booking Form, save it and return it to infor@freshproduce.org.uk.
The Fresh and Safe Course Flyer is available to download for further information.
For any questions about the programme, please contact caroline@freshproduce.org.uk.
Book your place on FRESH & SAFE and strengthen your business's approach to food safety.