In Episode 3 of the Fresh and Safe Podcast, we go beyond the audit with New Zealand’s Matthew Bannister - a regenerative farming advocate who brings a provocative and practical lens to food safety.
This episode dives deep into the evolving role of food safety in the context of climate change, regenerative agriculture, compliance culture, and the shifting expectations of both retailers and consumers.
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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:56 - Meet Matthew 

00:01:43 - Matthew's Journey in Horticulture

00:06:01 - Discussion on Audit and Compliance

00:08:05 - Understanding the Diversity in Horticulture

00:09:45 - Guidelines for Fresh Produce Food Safety

00:11:12 - Continuous Improvement in Agriculture

00:15:29 - Climate Disruption and Risks

00:15:39 - Impact of Climate Disruptions on Food Safety

00:19:14 - Importance of Incident Management and Emergency Preparedness

00:22:09 - Practical Tips for Compliance and Audit Readiness

00:26:04 - Encouragement for Collaboration and Community Support

00:26:49 - Discussion on Regenerative Agriculture and Food Safety

00:31:27 - Resources for Regenerative Agriculture

00:32:24 - Future of Regenerative Agriculture

00:33:40 - Closing Remarks and Takeaways

00:34:01 - Importance of Planning and Record Keeping

00:36:32 - End of Discussion and Podcast

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