Resources
This collection spans three areas: regulatory compliance, from labeling through HACCP and audit readiness; operations, including costing, workflow design, and the documentation that holds a system together; and podcast conversations with founders and operators working through the same decisions.
Explore a wealth of knowledge
From regulatory shifts to the documentation that keeps you audit-ready, these resources are built for food businesses making decisions under real deadlines. Founders preparing for a first co-packer run and established manufacturers strengthening mature systems will each find tools sized to where they are.
Get The Food Label Compliance Guide
Not sure where your compliance gaps are for label approval? Download our free checklist covering USDA label submission requirements for meat, poultry, and egg product labels
What’s inside?
Proven steps on whether you need to submit to the USDA for approval
Insights into what has to be packaged
Strategies for rectifying issues that most often send a submission back.
Operations
Our curated collection of assets for your food business
Podcasts
Our curated collection of must listen podcasts
Spill & Dish
Spill & Dish, a Specialty Foods Association podcast brings you the stories of the entrepreneurs, makers, and sellers who are shaping the future of food.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do your HACCP Services Include?
Every HACCP engagement includes a complete 12-step plan — hazard analysis, critical control points, SOPs, recall and allergen programs, and employee training materials — with submission support until your reviewing agency approves it.
Do I need a nutrition facts label for my product?
Most packaged foods sold at retail require an FDA-compliant nutrition facts label, though some small businesses qualify for exemptions, we'll assess your product and sales volume and tell you exactly what's required.
How do I obtain a scheduled process authority letter with your help?
We coordinate the entire process through our Cornell Food Venture Center partnership — from product submission and testing through your official scheduled process letter.
What type of projects do you handle?
From single-product HACCP plans and label reviews to ongoing fractional compliance retainers, we support food manufacturers, CPG brands, co-packers, and commercial kitchens at every stage of growth.