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Sensory Evaluations

Sensory analyses are a key component in a successful food marketing plan and can provide data prior to market launches to ensure success.

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Nutrition Labeling

With new legislature in place more food manufacturers are required to label their food products in order to conduct business. The Food Systems Innovation Center (FSIC) performs the necessary analysis and develops nutrition labeling information for all product categories.

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Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Good Handling Practices (GHP) are audits performed by the USDA to ensure 'that fruits and vegetables are produced, packed, handled, and stored as safely as possible'. Our GAP workshop and training prepare your for a successful audit.

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Register for a Training

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Participate in a Study

We often need people to participate in sensory studies or on consumer panels. Sometimes, you even get paid..

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Are you a processor, producer, or entrepreneur?

The Food Systems Innovation Center was created for you.

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FSIC Provides Applied Research Solutions

We want you to have a strong food business and we can help by facilitating the profitable production, processing and marketing of local, healthful foods. We offer consultations, services and training to help every producer, from small start-up processors to long-standing companies.