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Ghana appoints ‘Custodian of Weights and Measures’ to revolutionize fair trade

Sep 15, 2023Sep 15, 2023

GHANA – The Minister of Trade and Industry Ghana, Kobina Tahir Hammond, has appointed Professor Alex Dodoo, the Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), as the ‘Custodian of Weights and Measures,’ wielding newfound authority to enforce trade standards and foster international credibility. This historic appointment, mandated by the Ghana Standards Authority Act, 2022 (Act 1078), came into effect on…

Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance President Gerry A. Fernandez announces retirement, leaves legacy of diversity, inclusion

Sep 13, 2023Sep 13, 2023

U.S – In a significant milestone for the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA), President and Founder Gerry A. Fernandez has announced his retirement, effective December 31, 2023, culminating a remarkable career spanning nearly 50 years in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Following his retirement, Fernandez will continue to support MFHA in an advisory capacity, ensuring a smooth transition and…

Steve Tienvieri brings over two decades of experience to elevate food safety at Hydrite

Sep 13, 2023Sep 13, 2023

U.S – Hydrite, a venerable and family-owned chemical manufacturing and service provider established in 1929, is reinforcing its commitment to food safety by announcing the appointment of Steve Tienvieri as Senior Lead Microbiologist. With a wealth of experience spanning over 26 years in food microbiology and food manufacturing, Tienvieri is poised to play a pivotal role in enhancing food safety…

Former FDA food safety expert joins Revol Greens in move to secure salad safety

Sep 8, 2023Sep 8, 2023

U.S – Revol Greens has enlisted the expertise of Frank Yiannas, the former Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in a move to bolster food safety and revolutionize the salad industry. Yiannas, renowned for his pivotal role in shaping and implementing transformative initiatives during his tenure at the FDA, will serve…

Dr. Rhian Hayward MBE takes helm as FSA Board Member for Wales, Chair of Welsh Food Advisory Committee

Sep 8, 2023Sep 8, 2023

UK – The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has welcomed a new addition to its board as Dr. Rhian Hayward MBE takes the helm as the Board Member for Wales and Chair of the Welsh Food Advisory Committee. Appointed by Lynne Neagle, Deputy Minister for Health and Wellbeing, Dr. Hayward is set to commence her three-year term on September 1, 2023.…

WHO calls experts to help shape global understanding of foodborne disease

Sep 7, 2023Sep 7, 2023

GLOBAL – The World Health Organization (WHO) is extending an open invitation to experts who can play a pivotal role in advancing the comprehension of foodborne diseases. If you’re passionate about food safety, statistics, hygiene, and environmental health, this is your opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking structured expert judgement study. WHO is embarking on a mission to estimate the…

Shandry Mmatsetshaba Tebele earns international recognition for research on drought-tolerant microbes in resurrection plants

Sep 3, 2023Sep 3, 2023

AFRICA – At the recent AOAC INTERNATIONAL Annual Meeting and Exposition in New Orleans, USA, Shandry Mmatsetshaba Tebele, a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Cape Town, took center stage as she was honored with the prestigious AOAC / EUROFINS “Testing for Life” award. This global recognition highlights her exceptional research in the field of sustainable agriculture, specifically focusing on…

FDA announces James “Jim” Jones as first Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods Program

Aug 24, 2023Aug 24, 2023

U.S – In a significant development for the food and beverage industry, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled its inaugural Deputy Commissioner for the Human Foods Program (HFP). James “Jim” Jones has been chosen to fill this newly created executive position, responsible for leading the charge in setting and advancing priorities within the proposed unified HFP. This…

Dr. Ismahane Elouafi appointed as CGIAR’s Executive Managing Director

Aug 9, 2023Aug 9, 2023

GLOBAL – The Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centers (CGIAR), a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security has appointed Dr. Ismahane Elouafi as the Executive Managing Director (EMD). With a resolute dedication to advancing science and innovation for a world striving towards food and nutrition security, Dr. Elouafi is poised to steer CGIAR into…

New NARO Directors take charge, pledging to continue innovation legacy

Aug 4, 2023Aug 4, 2023

UGANDA – The National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) has witnessed a change of guard as four newly appointed Directors officially assume their positions of leadership. The move comes as part of good succession planning, ensuring a seamless transition to avoid operational gaps. The new Directors now form part of NARO’s Top Management (TPM) under the leadership of the Director General,…

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