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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




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Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Success StoryWorkforce developement and food safety



Workforce developement and food safety

Author: Melissa Morgan (Newman)

Planning Unit: Animal and Food Sciences

Major Program: Economic Development and Workforce Preparation - CED

Outcome: Initial Outcome

The University of Kentucky Food Systems Innovation Center was invited to train 60 significant meat processing facility employees.  Individuals were divided into two groups for two days of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point instruction.  Following instructions, each participant received a HACCP certification. The Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point certification is an international standard ensuring a food vendor meets food safety standards. The HACCP system analyzes types of food hazards, including biological, chemical, and physical hazards.






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