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Introduction to the Food Standards Code Series: Webinar #4: Novel foods, food produced using gene technology and irradiation of food
14 July 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) Food Standards Code (Code) and the Food Regulation system can be complex to navigate.
FSANZ develops the Food Standards which are then enforced by the state and territory authorities. This webinar series is aimed at delivering an introductory understanding of the Food Standards regarding Labelling, Nutrition and Health Claims, Novel Foods, Food Additives, Vitamins and Minerals, Processing Aids, and their related schedules.
Webinar 4 will provide information on standards related to novel foods, food produced using gene technology and irradiation of food.
Who should attend?
Food technologist, nutritionist and dietitians wanting to understand the food regulatory system better, and/or thinking of career changes into scientific and regulatory affairs. Those already working in regulatory affairs wishing to brush up on the fundamentals.
The program will include a Q&A opportunity.
Speaker:
Devika Thakkar
Regulatory Advisor – Scientific and Technical, AFGC
Devika is a Food Technologist in the Nutrition and Regulation division of the AFGC. Devika holds a Master’s in Food and Packaging Innovation from the University of Melbourne. Prior to joining the AFGC, Devika has worked in quality assurance, food safety and labelling compliance roles in the food industry. Her demonstrable early career enthusiasm and passion for learning acts as a driving force as she works towards achieving continued professional development and making a significant contribution to the food industry.