In this special episode, recorded live at the 2025 International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium, host Damien Farrelly brings together a powerhouse panel of global food safety experts:
Together, they unpack the evolving landscape of fresh produce safety — from global trends to practical farm-level insights.
Expect a candid discussion on:
This episode is a must-listen for growers, QA professionals, auditors, and anyone working to elevate standards in fresh produce safety across Australia and New Zealand.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:45 - Panel Discussion Introduction
00:02:12 - Jim Monaghan's Reflections
00:06:40 - Dr Phil Bremer's Reflections
00:10:33 - Ben Hoodless's Reflections
00:13:40 - Q&A Session
00:15:45 - Ben Hoodless's Additional Comments
00:16:26 - Audience Questions
00:16:45 - Panel's Future Predictions
00:19:35 - Discussion on New Innovations
00:22:35 - Insights on Shared Responsibility
00:25:06 - Closing Remarks
In Episode 3 of the Fresh and Safe Podcast, we go beyond the audit with New Zealand’s Mathew 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
00:01:43 - Mathew Bannister's Journey in Horticulture
00:04:03 - Differences Between Manufacturing and Fresh Produce
00:06:08 - The Diversity in Horticulture
00:07:46 - Guidelines for Fresh Produce Food Safety
00:09:20 - Continuous Improvement in Agriculture
00:12:56 - Climate Disruption and Its Risks to Production Systems
00:15:05 - Managing Risks and Building Relationships in Agriculture
00:16:45 - Incident Management in Agriculture
00:17:12 - The Importance of Planning and Communication in Crisis Management
00:19:06 - Shifting the Narrative: Compliance and Everyday Practice
00:19:58 - Being Audit Ready and Leveraging Technology
00:23:46 - Regenerative Agriculture: Risks and Food Safety Expectations
00:26:09 - Resources for Understanding Regenerative Agriculture
00:28:19 - Key Takeaways from the Discussion
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Welcome to Episode 2 of the Fresh and Safe Podcast! In this episode, we're unpacking the Fresh Produce Food Safety Guidelines with industry experts to help elevate food safety standards across Australia and New Zealand.
Join us as we explore the 2022 updates and upcoming 2025 revisions, featuring critical insights from Dr. Sharon Horton, Richard Bennet, and Elizabeth.
Perfect for growers, service providers, and food safety stakeholders, this episode is a must-listen to ensure compliance, enhance consumer safety, and implement best practices in your operations.
For more information about the FPSC visit www.fpsc-anz.com
Join us at the International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium:
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Follow us here:
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In this inaugural episode, CEO Farzana Adams sits down with FPSC-ANZ leaders Robyn McConchie, Andreas Klieber, Damien Farrelly and Technical Officer for FPSC, Susannah Roelofsz to trace the journey of the Fresh Produce Safety Centre.
Discover the organisation’s origin, key milestones over its first decade, the research and industry collaborations that have shaped Australia and New Zealand’s approach to fresh produce food safety — and hear the bold vision for where FPSC is headed next.
For more information about the FPSC visit www.fpsc-anz.com
Join us at the International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium:
https://www.ifpss.com.au
Follow us here:
https://www.instagram.com/fpsc_anz
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fresh-produce-safety-centre-australia-new-zealand
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https://x.com/FPSC_ANZ
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