France 2030
Challenge Lycées Agricoles
BECAUSE CONSUMER CONFIDENCE
IS OUR PRIORITY
IS OUR PRIORITY
Food safety performance
The French dairy sector has always been at the forefront in terms of food safety and traceability. It is paramount that we remain exemplary in the field, drawing on the latest scientific and organisational advances to uphold consumer confidence.
OUR SOURCE OF PRIDE
Rigour, traceability and organisation – the know-how that guarantees the highest quality standards of French milk dates back more than 50 years.
The more science and technology advance, the more specialised our expertise becomes, as we develop new methods for rapid screening for contaminants and pathogenic micro-organisms. Over 120 million milk analyses are conducted every year by certified laboratories across the production chain. We also help farmers deepen their skills in this area, and have strengthened the health incident management system.
Through dialogue with consumers, we are aware that food safety and antibiotic residues in milk are a priority area. To this end, we have adopted a nationwide policy using harmonised criteria and methods for milk analysis across all of France. Systematic screening ensures that milk collected from farms is free from antibiotic residues, a commitment long upheld by the French dairy sector.
To complement the legal requirements of testing, dairy farms also implement additional optional measures of quality assurance and certification.
Best practice guides are available to support processing companies in their operations.
The more science and technology advance, the more specialised our expertise becomes, as we develop new methods for rapid screening for contaminants and pathogenic micro-organisms. Over 120 million milk analyses are conducted every year by certified laboratories across the production chain. We also help farmers deepen their skills in this area, and have strengthened the health incident management system.
Through dialogue with consumers, we are aware that food safety and antibiotic residues in milk are a priority area. To this end, we have adopted a nationwide policy using harmonised criteria and methods for milk analysis across all of France. Systematic screening ensures that milk collected from farms is free from antibiotic residues, a commitment long upheld by the French dairy sector.
To complement the legal requirements of testing, dairy farms also implement additional optional measures of quality assurance and certification.
Best practice guides are available to support processing companies in their operations.
THE INDUSTRY TODAY
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1 harmonised method of screening across the entire dairy production sector in France, based on the same quality criteria. Tests are conducted by 11 interprofessional laboratories in 14 sites across the country.
120
120 million tests performed annually on milk samples (before processing) by laboratories accredited by public authorities.
100%
100% of milk samples tested free from antibiotic residues.
OUR AIMS FOR THE FUTURE
With the France Terre de Lait initiative, the sector strives to better prevent health risks by optimising surveillance, control and investigative methods.
The absence of antibiotic residues in French milk is achieved by testing 100% of samples, and we strive to continue reducing antibiotic resistance through responsible antibiotic use.
With France Terre de Lait, the sector works collectively to prevent health risks.
With the France Terre de Lait initiative, the sector strives to better prevent health risks by optimising surveillance, control and investigative methods.The absence of antibiotic residues in French milk is achieved by testing 100% of samples, and we strive to continue reducing antibiotic resistance through responsible antibiotic use.
With France Terre de Lait, the sector works collectively to prevent health risks.
OUR PRIORITIES
Analyse 100% of milk and introduce a systematic screening system on each dairy farm
Reinforce food safety levels by optimising good hygiene practice and increasing monitoring throughout the food chain
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