Why are internal audits so important in food processing?

The very mention of the word ‘audit’ is often enough to make employee hearts sink into their boots. It conjures up images of paperwork, inspections and questioning. In fact many might view it as a nuisance which gets in the way of everyday production. All food industry suppliers working with food retailers have to undergo […]

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It’s National Allergy Awareness Week, so let’s talk food allergens!

Mention the word ‘allergy’ and many people automatically think of hay fever, pet hair or dust mites: of sufferers stocking up on nasal sprays, antihistamine tablets or cleaning furiously. Talk about food allergies and the obvious ones that the general public will recognise are peanuts, milk and gluten/wheat. An allergic reaction occurs when the body’s

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Renowned ‘Creating Savoury Flavours’ course now in 6th year!

Flavour is extremely important in the production of food: it makes a dull product palatable or it can enhance or replicate a the natural flavour of a product. Unless we scrutinise product labels we may not even realise that flavourings are present in some of the food we eat. But remove the additives and flavourings

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Monthly Update from VWA: March 2013

Welcome to our March update – keeping you informed of all the latest news from Verner Wheelock Associates. March Training Courses Our busy start to to the year continued throughout March with plenty of repeat business from existing customers as well as several new clients coming on board, resulting in probably the most successful 1st quarter at VWA ever!

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31 March 2013

Early bird offers – last chance to book and save!

**Early bird offers** The following courses are on offer until 31st March 2013. Plan ahead and save money by booking early – pay now if you have spare budget to use up before year end, or pay 3 weeks prior to the course. Diploma in Nutrition & Health 10th – 14th JuneThis advanced nutrition course is

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