Los Angeles, California – Melissa’s / World Variety Produce, Inc. is now registered as meeting the requirements of the SQF 2000 Code; level 2: Accredited HACCP-Based Food Safety Plans. The Safe Qualify Food Program is recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), as well as retailers and foodservice providers around the world, as being one of the most rigorous, credible food safety management systems in the marketplace today. We are proud to be a certified wholesaler under the SQF program.
Administered by the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), the SQF 2000 program reflects the Institute’s Mission: “To deliver consistent, globally recognized food safety and quality certification programs based on sound scientific principles, consistently applied across all industry sectors, and valued by all stakeholders.”
Melissa’s is sensitive to increased consumer demand for food safety assurances that provide verifiable proof that aggressive food safety control systems have been effectively implemented throughout the distribution pipeline. These systems must be properly validated, including a process of continuous monitoring procedures. The Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program accreditation protocols support this criterion. For Melissa’s / World Variety Produce, food safety is not a value-added extra; it is how we do conduct business as a matter of policy.
Melissa’s is the leading distributor of specialty produce and foods in the United States. The company imports exotic fruits and vegetables from around the world. For more information, visit Melissa’s Web site at www.melissas.com.
Source: Melissa’s / World Variety Produce, Inc.