Food safety – Page 3

By CREM Co Labs Editorial Board2026-01-182026-01-21

Which Microbiological Methods Are Acceptable to CFIA and Health Canada for Listeria Testing in Foods and Food Plants?

Selecting Listeria testing methods in Canada is now a regulatory and business-critical decision. This guide explains which microbiological methods are acceptable to CFIA and Health Canada, how Category 1, 2, and 3 methods differ, and how to build a Compendium-aligned, defensible testing strategy that protects your data, products, and brand.

By CREM Co Labs Editorial Board2026-01-152026-01-21

How Do I Redesign My Food Plant Environmental Monitoring Program to Meet Health Canada’s Listeria Policy?

Health Canada’s updated Listeria policy has raised expectations for environmental monitoring in ready-to-eat food plants. This guide explains why legacy EMPs fall short, what regulators now expect, and how to redesign a risk-based, data-driven Listeria program that stands up to CFIA and Health Canada scrutiny while supporting stable operations.

By CREM Co Labs Editorial Board2026-01-122026-01-21

What Microbiology Documentation Do I Need Ready for a Sudden CFIA Food Safety Inspection?

When a CFIA inspector arrives without notice, microbiology documentation determines whether the visit stays routine or escalates. This guide explains the microbiology records CFIA expects, common documentation gaps that trigger enforcement, and how to build an audit-ready system that protects your operation, products, and reputation.