- Overview
- Food Safety
- Food Loss Prevention
- Food Fortification
Food safety affects everyone and must be a top priority for all agribusinesses. Consumers rightfully demand and deserve safe, hygienically produced food, as poor standards jeopardize consumers’ health and can also damage business reputation. Simultaneously, addressing the critical issue of reducing food loss and waste is equally vital to ensure a sustainable business with efficient resource utilization.
The program’s dual focus on food safety and food loss and waste reduction meets consumer expectations and promotes a responsible and resilient food industry. Additionally, IFC also aims to contribute to global nutrition through the implementation of food fortification to ensure that essential micronutrients are incorporated into the food supply chain, ultimately improving the health and well-being of vulnerable populations.
IFC’s Role
For more than 15 years, IFC has offered high-quality professional services to help companies apply international food safety standards and adopt sustainable business models. IFC plays a crucial role in supporting the capacity building of both private and public sectors by organizing knowledge-sharing events and collaborating with different international stakeholders to strengthen their capabilities. Furthermore, IFC supports teams internally in assessing national Food Safety systems, identifying bottlenecks, and developing strategies to overcome them. This comprehensive approach ensures that the focus is not only on individual companies but also addresses systemic issues, leading to a more sustainable and resilient industry.
Through such efforts, we have witnessed remarkable outcomes, with more than 10,000 participants actively engaging in our programs. These initiatives have been supported by over 300 events, creating a robust platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration. As a result, we have witnessed the tangible impact of our work, with 3,000 entities demonstrating a significant reduction in food safety risks. Furthermore, IFC's commitment to training and capacity building has resulted in over 16,000 individuals being trained by our project-trained personnel. Additionally, our light advisory engagement has reached more than 2,800 companies, providing them with valuable guidance and support. These collective efforts have not only enabled our clients to meet regional and export market requirements but have also attracted over $661 million in investments, generated over $728 million in increased sales, and realized over $3 million in cost savings. Ultimately, these achievements have strengthened the brands and long-term sustainability of the companies we work with.
