FDQ Sustainability in the
Food Industry

Specialist food training courses

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  • Next Course Date: 2nd June 2025
FDQ Sustainability in the Food Industry

Helping food manufacturers understand and achieve sustainability targets while remaining profitable.

Course Fee

£430 +VAT (per person)

Discounts available 2 places for £830 + VAT

Dates & Availability

All course fees are payable in advance.

Course Details

Course Description

Meeting UK Government and United Nations’ sustainability targets whilst remaining profi table is a challenge. Our course on Sustainability in the Food Industry has been developed to help food manufacturers to understand the meaning of sustainability within a food context to be able to work towards appropriate goals.

Duration

1 day

Who Should Attend?

Aimed at supervisors and managers in the food industry, particularly those involved in decision making, Corporate Social Responsibility or technical functions.

It is also ideal for those wishing to expand on their existing knowledge and understanding of sustainability, legislation and governmental targets.

Entry Requirements

No formal qualifications are required, but you will benefit most from this course if you are in a position of responsibility within the food industry.

Course Delivery / Format

In-house

Currently available as an in-house course – delivered in person at your premises or remotely.

Course Structure & Content

Course Content
  • Introduction, Aims & Objectives
  • What is Sustainability?
  • The Pillars of Sustainability
  • Systems Thinking
  • UK Food Industry Sustainability Strategy
  • Lifecycles and Consumer choices
  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Environmental Issues – Energy / Water / Waste / Transport
  • Nutrition & Health
  • Food Safety
  • Equal Opportunities
  • Health & Safety
  • Ethical Trading
  • Science Based Innovation
  • Workforce Skills
  • Legislation

Learning Outcomes

Delegates will understand the term ‘sustainability’ as it relates to the food industry and the requirements for a holistic approach to it. They will also be aware of the UK’s sustainability goals and relevant legislation and targets for reducing the impact of climate change and improving sustainability. By the close of the course delegates will know how to develop a plan to contribute towards sustainability goals within their own businesses.

Qualification / Assessment

There is a short multiple-choice test at the end of the day. Successful candidates will achieve the FDQ Sustainability in the Food Industry Certificate.

Course Fee

£430 +VAT (per person)

Discounts available 2 places for £830 + VAT

Dates & Availability

All course fees are payable in advance.

Course fee includes:
  • Course binder and notes
  • Lunch and refreshments*
  • Exam fee and FDQ certificate

* Classroom courses only

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