DFA OF CALIFORNIA PRESENTS
Safe Food California
Safe Food California is the must-attend event for food safety professionals looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
MONTEREY, CA | June 2nd-5th
ABOUT SAFE FOOD CALIFORNIA
The West Coast's Premier Food Safety & Quality Conference
Safe Food California is more than a conference—it’s where the industry unites to tackle today’s toughest food safety and quality challenges. From regulatory shifts to emerging technologies, supply chain pressures to sustainability initiatives, this is where leaders come together to exchange ideas, share best practices, and shape the future.
What to Expect from Safe Food California
In-Depth Educational Breakouts
Stay ahead of evolving regulations, emerging risks, and industry best practices with sessions led by top food safety and quality experts. Topics include:
✔ Regulatory updates & export market insights
✔ Innovation & The Future of Food Safety & Quality
✔ Tactics to combat emerging food safety risks & prevention strategies
✔ Innovations in testing, validation & verification
✔ Crisis management & recall preparedness
Unmatched Networking Opportunities
Meet and collaborate with fellow food safety and quality professionals, industry leaders, and solution providers. Whether it’s over coffee, during breakout sessions, or at our networking receptions, you’ll build connections that matter.
Featured: The Closing Night Evening Gala will be held at the Monterey Bay Aquarium this year! Register today, space is limited.
Innovative Exhibitor Showcase
Explore cutting-edge solutions from leading food industry service providers. Get hands-on with the latest technology, services, and tools to help your business stay compliant and competitive.
Engaging Keynote Speakers
Gain insights from renowned industry leaders and visionaries as they share their expertise on the future of food safety, quality assurance, and supply chain integrity.
Registration Options
Register now for Safe Food California, the premier food safety conference! Join industry experts for training, networking, and the latest in compliance. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today!
DFA Members
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All sessions Tuesday - Thursday
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Trade Show Access
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DFA Member Breakfast
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DFA Member Only Access
Event Add Ons
Agenda
Schedule is subject to change. Speakers and session details coming soon.
| 9:00 am | Academy Course: Traceability Rule - FSMA Section 204 |
| 1:00 pm | Academy Course: Recall Readiness Workshop |
| 8:00 am | Produce Safety Training |
| 7:30 am | DFA Member Breakfast |
| 9:00 am | Pathogen Prevention in Fresh Produce: Best Practices for Listeria, Salmonella & E. coli |
| 9:00 am | Allergen Management for Tree Nut & Dried Fruit Processors |
| 9:00 am | What changes in the federal government mean for the future of food safety |
| 3:00 pm | Water Quality and Sanitation: New Standards and Best Practices |
| 10:00 am | Cold Chain Failures: How to Prevent Spoilage and Maintain Freshness |
| 10:00 am | Blockchain for Food Traceability: Is It Worth the Investment? |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch Keynote |
| 10:00 am | The Workforce Challenge: Beating burnout , developing, and retaining talent |
| 2:00 pm | Pest & Mold Control in Dried Fruit & Tree Nut Storage |
| 7:30 am | Breakfast Keynote |
| 10:00 am | Sustainable Pest & Disease Management in Fresh Produce & Tree Nuts |
| 10:00 am | Automation & AI in Food Safety: Game-Changers for 2025 |
| 10:00 am | Post-Harvest Handling for Fresh Produce: Reducing Waste & Maintaining Quality |
| 10:00 am | What's next for GFSI? |
| 11:00 am | Pesticide MRL Session |
| 11:00 am | Pesticide MRLS: What's new |
| 11:00 am | Data-Driven Decision Making: Using Analytics to Improve Food Safety & Operations |
| 11:00 am | What are we going to do about heavy metals? |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch Keynote |
| 2:00 pm | Dried Fruit & Tree Nut - European Buyers Panel |
| 2:00 pm | Fresh Produce Retailer Panel |
| 3:00 pm | Dried Fruit & Tree Nut Buyers Panel |
| 6:30 pm | Safe Food California Evening Gala |
| 9:00 am | Morning Keynote + Award Ceremony |