Under the EU in Sri Lanka funded #BESPAFOOD project’s Accreditation Readiness Programme, a second lab assessment was conducted at NWSDB Vavuniya to support progress toward ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation.

Today, on World Food Safety Day 2025, we recognize the vital role of science in keeping our food safe. It’s a global reminder to raise awareness, strengthen systems, and take action to reduce the burden of foodborne diseases.

#WorldFoodSafetyDay2025 | 7 June Food safety starts with science. This year’s theme, “Science in Action,” reflects how the EU-funded #BESPAFOOD project is strengthening Sri Lanka’s food safety system by supporting labs meet international standards.

#UNIDO has launched #FoodSafety Approach 2.0 at the #VFSF2025 , a big step toward safer, more resilient food systems. The new approach focuses on digital innovation, stronger partnerships, and inclusive solutions to global food safety challenges.

A strong start to the #VFSF2025! Day 1 brought powerful conversations on how #AI, digital tools, and global collaboration are transforming #FoodSafety systems , helping shape a future where safe, high-quality food is accessible to all.

Opportunity for businesses in the organic Food & Beverages and other plant-based product processing and exporting businesses to display and promote organic & natural products and to understand the market trends in the MENA region.srilankabusiness.com/announcements/… #exports #organic #natural

Day 1 of the Vienna Food Safety Forum 2025✨brought powerful insights! 💡 Today the momentum continues to build, join us live! 🔗youtu.be/t_tyyVCGG1A #UNIDO #FoodSafety #VFSF2025 @daffgov WTO IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency ⚛️ WTO CGI Global

Another impactful day at #VFSF2025! ✨ 🔹 Data is often siloed, interoperability remains a challenge 🗃️ 🔹 Data sharing is already happening 🤝 🔹 Remote audits are being applied, but auditor is training needed 📋 🎥 Watch live: youtu.be/t_tyyVCGG1A Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry | WTO | IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency ⚛️

The 2nd session of Laboratory Safety Management training was held today under the EU in Sri Lanka funded #BESPAFOOD project, as part of the Accreditation Readiness Programme to strengthen Sri Lanka’s National Quality Infrastructure.

The third session of Laboratory Safety Management training was held today in Anuradhapura under the EU in Sri Lanka funded #BESPAFOOD project. The session supports efforts to strengthen Sri Lanka’s National Quality Infrastructure through the Accreditation Readiness Programme.

A Training of Trainers workshop on Quality Management was held for key Northern Province institutions under the #BESPAFOOD project, funded by the EU in Sri Lanka

Marketing training for agribusiness operators held in Matara on June 24–25 under the #BESPAFOOD project, funded by the EU in Sri Lanka , with the participation of MSME officials.

IPS Researchers Visit Northern Coconut Triangle as Part of Crucial Step in National Plantation Expansion | Institute of policy studies Sri Lanka ips.lk/ips-researcher…

The final session of the Laboratory Safety Management training at JRDC, Peradeniya was concluded under the EU in Sri Lanka funded #BESPAFOOD project, with 25 trainees completing the programme.

Training program on ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management Systems was conducted on July 14–15 under the EU in Sri Lanka funded #BESPAFOOD project. Over 40 participants from agri-food companies received certificates of participation.

🚀Are you transforming how industries innovate, produce, or go green? The #ONEWorldSustainabilityAwards 2025 spotlight companies, start-ups & visionary entrepreneurs making real impact. 🔗Apply now: unido.org/oneworld-susta… #UNIDO #GreenInnovation #Fairtrade #SDG9 #ClimateAction

Under the EU in Sri Lanka funded #BESPAFOOD project’s Accreditation Readiness Programme, a visit to the Mahaweli Water Quality Lab in Kotmale was carried out to identify tests for extending its accreditation scope.

Under the EU in Sri Lanka funded #BESPAFOOD project’s Accreditation Readiness Programme, the team visited the Export Agriculture Research Centre in Matale to define the accreditation scope for its Soil, Pathology & Post-Harvest labs.

🚀 #SDG9 unlocks ALL SDGs! Investing in #industry, innovation, and infrastructure drives progress across energy, education, health, and digital inclusion, especially in #Africa. Prioritizing SDG 9 means faster, smarter sustainable development. Learn more👉unido.org/sites/default/…

#FoodSystems are key to tackling #ClimateChange, #hunger & inequality.