Ensuring safe, sustainable, and transparent food systems from farm to fork
From primary production to retail, food safety and sustainability require a structured, transparent approach. We support organizations across the food ecosystem to manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and deliver consistent product quality.
Through certification & training, we help you assure safe and sustainable food for consumers everywhere. With digital track & trace solutions we enhance supply chain operations allowing for higher transparency and compliance, documented provenance and making every product unique, secure, and traceable.
At DNV, we help organizations build trust through independent food safety certification, audits, inspections, verification, and training services. From farm to fork, we support companies in strengthening food safety management systems, reducing risk, improving transparency, and meeting regulatory and customer requirements.
Why Food Safety Matters
Consumers expect safe, high-quality, and responsibly sourced food products. Regulatory expectations continue to evolve, while supply chains are becoming more global and interconnected. A proactive food safety management approach helps organizations:
- Reduce contamination and operational risks
- Improve traceability and transparency
- Strengthen supplier oversight
- Meet regulatory and customer requirements
- Protect brand reputation
- Improve operational consistency
- Build trust with consumers and stakeholders
DNV supports organizations in moving from reactive food safety practices to proactive, risk-based management systems. Don’t know where to start? Explore our training programs.
Feed & agriculture
Incorporating a food or feed safety management system demonstrates your commitment to a sustainable and safe food chain
Seafood & aquaculture
Demonstrate safe and responsibly sourced seafood.
Food manufacturing
Show compliance with regulations and consistently meet customer expectations for food safety and quality.
Food packaging
Certification of your packaging manufacturing system demonstrates your commitment to the safety and quality
Food Services
In the food supply chain, an effective management system is essential to identify risks and ensure food quality.
Logistics & distribution
Take control and improve quality of logistics, demonstrate your commitment to the safety, quality and operational criteria.
Import & export
Enhance food import/export quality with DNV certifications and standards, ensuring safety, compliance, and consumer protection.
Wholesale and trading
Assuring safe and sustainable food for consumers everywhere is a growing demand.
FSMA programs
Certification programs for food imported to the US under FSMA
Food Safety Audits and Inspection
Verify that suppliers, processes, and products consistently meet expected food safety standards of tailored 2nd party safety and quality protocols
Social and ethical audits and assessments
Uphold fair labour, human rights, and ethical sourcing with audits that improve transparency and compliance across your supply chain
Food safety training
Small and large businesses choose DNV because of our:
- Global food industry expertise
- Accredited certification services
- Independent audit and inspection programs
- Risk-based approach
- Digital assurance capabilities
- Industry-specific knowledge
- Commitment to transparency and continuous improvement
DNV supports thousands of food and beverage organizations globally with assurance and certification services designed to improve trust and operational performance. You can also transfer your existing certification to DNV through our easy transfer process: DNV Easy Transfer.
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Food Safety FAQ
Find quick answers to common questions about food safety, training, and compliance. Expand each section to learn how to strengthen safety practices and build trust across the food supply chain.
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Food safety certification is an independent verification that a company’s food safety management system meets recognized industry or regulatory standards. Certifications such as ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 help organizations demonstrate their commitment to food safety, quality, traceability, and continuous improvement.
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Food safety audits help organizations identify risks, verify compliance, improve supplier oversight, and strengthen operational controls. Regular audits can reduce contamination risks, improve transparency across the supply chain, and help businesses meet customer and regulatory requirements.
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DNV provides food safety certification, supplier audits, inspections, training, and assurance services designed to help organizations improve compliance, reduce operational risk, strengthen supply chain transparency, and build trust with customers and stakeholders.
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Food safety plays a critical role in maintaining customer trust and protecting brand reputation. A strong food safety management system helps organizations reduce the risk of recalls, contamination, and compliance issues while demonstrating a commitment to quality, transparency, and consumer protection.
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Because it helps companies improve food safety knowledge, manage risks, meet international standards, and build consumer trust across the supply chain.
Learn how DNV training can strengthen your food safety culture.
