food chain safety

Food chain safety refers to the process of ensuring that food remains safe from contamination or hazards from production to consumption. It involves monitoring and managing every step, including farming, processing, distribution, and preparation. This includes practices like proper handling, storage, cooking, and hygiene. By adhering to safety standards, we minimize the risk of foodborne illnesses and ensure that what we eat is healthy. Key principles include traceability, where we can track food sources, and the prevention of contamination from biological, chemical, and physical agents throughout the food supply chain.