Food Safety
We deliver safe, cost effective, high quality products that protect consumer’s well-being and our customer's integrity.
Quality & Foods Safety Maintenance Program
As a Superior Foods partner, our suppliers perform rigorous, ongoing testing that includes:
Chemical Testing
At the Farm the soil is tested for chemical contaminents, pesticides, and naturally-occuring toxins
Microbiology
Once harvested and processed, the food itself is tested and certified free of harmful microorganisms
Systems
The safety and QA systems of the supplier are regularly audited, managed, and reviewed
Biosecurity
We maintain quality and safety throughout the transportation, manufacturing, and delivery processes
Superior Foods Qualification Program
When qualifying a new supplier, there is a process for establishing acceptable quality and safety
Desk Audit
The supplier provides documentation regarding their Seed Safety, Field Safety, Food Safety, Traceability, Environmental Responsibility, and quality of their products.
Plant Audit
The plants are inspected to ensure that they meet our specifications. For some customers, a second audit verifies compliance with their specific directives.
Process Monitoring
The supplier’s processes are continuously reviewed to authenticate that they are meeting our requirements and that they maintain consistent, ongoing operating practices.
Annual Review
Each year a comprehensive review of the entire organization and its processes is performed to verify and document overall food safety and quality performance.