Dr. Donna Garren

Dr. Donna Garren

Dr. Donna Garren is EVP of Science and Policy at the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI).
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Dr. Donna Garren

Best Practices for Listeria Control

A measured approach to food safety.
Dr. Donna Garren
Dr. Donna Garren
March 17, 2020

Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) is ubiquitous in the environment and an ever-present threat in frozen food facilities, but food safety professionals who remain vigilant and understand where to focus food safety resources to control and prevent Lm in their facilities will ultimately triumph and keep food safe. 


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AFFI’s strategic plan to produce safe food

AFFI members have embraced the idea that food safety is a pre-competitive area, and that member companies should share food safety best practices, knowledge and experience on a common platform.
Dr. Donna Garren
Dr. Donna Garren
March 9, 2017

American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) details how to use science, policy engagement, industry education and consumer outreach to confront the risk of Listeria monocytogenes. 


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How to ensure an adequate food safety plan

Dr. Donna Garren from American Frozen Food Institute provides a step-by-step guideline on how to be prepared for when the government shows up.
Dr. Donna Garren
Dr. Donna Garren
May 10, 2016

Dr. Donna Garren from American Frozen Food Institute provides a step-by-step guideline on how to be prepared for when the government shows up.
 


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Are You FSMA-Ready?

Dr. Donna Garren
Dr. Donna Garren
November 11, 2014

The American Frozen Food Institute addresses fundamental FSMA requirements and provides guidance on how these requirements can be blended into existing in-plant food safety programs.


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How FSMA's New Food Import Fees Affect Your Company

Dr. Donna Garren
Dr. Donna Garren
November 6, 2013

As you read this column, the federal government has ended its nearly 3-week partial shutdown and the business of governing has resumed in our nation’s capital. No doubt the resumption of suspended services is a welcome development for frozen food makers, who I know were frustrated by the impact.


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Safety First

Dr. Donna Garren
Dr. Donna Garren
September 13, 2012

Many of today’s refrigerated and frozen food processors put stringent processes in place in order to achieve high levels of food safety standards.


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