Safe Plates Food Safety Information Center

06/02/2026

🚨 Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Annual Food Safety & Defense Conference! Join industry, academic, and regulatory leaders Sept 1-2 at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh, NC to help shape the future of food safety. Let us know if you have any questions with the event.

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North Carolina Food Safety and Defense Conference Make Every Connection Count: Shaping the Future of Food Safety Together

04/30/2026

Sunshine, snacks, and safe temps 🌿❄️

04/07/2026

Easter weekend is behind us, but here’s an egg-citing fact (or fiction!)🥚✨ What's your guess?

03/09/2026

The new FDA food traceability rules are a lot to take in, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you're a small retailer or a large-scale operator, this course covers: ✅ Key Data Elements (KDEs) ✅ Critical Tracking Events (CTEs) ✅ How to build a robust Traceability Plan.

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A new FDA rule is stirring the pot in restaurants and grocery stores throughout The Triangle and nationwide. It’s called the food traceability rule, and while it may no…

02/26/2026

NC State food safety expert Ben Chapman answers questions in Southern Living about how long eggs are safe to eat, based on the date on the carton. https://www.southernliving.com/can-you-eat-expired-eggs-11906444?utm_source=CALS+Bulletin&utm_campaign=128e3be5d6-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_07_09_07_09_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-93ecaa54cf-82825199

A food safety expert breaks down what exactly the expiration date means, whether you can eat expired eggs, and how long eggs really last.

02/16/2026

Just a reminder: hot sauce and lemon juice actually do not kill bacteria 🦪

02/11/2026

The Safe Plates Extension Team together again ✨

02/05/2026

Get your game face on, party people! 🎉 As we gear up for the Super Bowl showdown, let’s tackle the real MVP of the day: food safety! From touchdown-worthy dips to finger-licking wings, we want to keep the fun rolling without any fumbles. 💪 Before you dive into that feast, let’s make sure we’re keeping it safe and scrumptious. Check out our must-know tips to keep your snacks in the winning zone! 🏆🍕

02/04/2026

Sweet treats are better when they’re made safely 💗
A quick reminder before you bake, taste, and share this Valentine’s Day 💌