Our series of Best-in-Class webinars provides a quick study on various topics related to core food safety concepts. Each course is performed as a 2-hour “lunch and learn”-style presentation. Lead instructor, Mike Cramer of the Eurofins Advanced Learning Institute, delivers practical guidance and basic tools through the viewpoint of his 40+ years of experience in meat and food manufacturing.
These free webinar sessions are valuable for food industry personnel involved in all phases of food manufacturing, distribution, retail, and storage, and are critical to the foundation of a strong, well-rounded food safety culture.
MEET THE HOST
Michael Cramer | Trainer, Eurofins Advanced Learning Institute
Michael Cramer started his career at Swift & Company in Pennsylvania as a summer employee. He worked his way up to QA Manager (Pennsylvania and North Carolina), Production Specialist and Corporate Documentation Manager (Illinois) to QA Manager at the Swift-Eckrich plant in Chicago and then QA Director for the Armour processed meat and poultry plants. He then moved to Specialty Brands, Inc./Windsor Foods/Ajinomoto Foods North America where he stayed from 1993 to his retirement in 2023. There he served as Director of Food Safety and Quality assurance before being promoted to Senior Director of FSQA.
Mike is known for his in-depth knowledge of food plant sanitation and has written a book, now in its 3rd edition, “Food Plant Sanitation, Design, Maintenance and Good Manufacturing Practices.” He is also a member of the editorial board of Food Safety Magazine and has over twenty articles published dealing with Listeria control, Biosecurity, Sanitation and Sanitary Design, Sanitation 5S, and Allergens. As well, he is a contributing member of the American Frozen Foods Institute Listeria Working Group. You can find multiple Food Safety Matters podcasts and food sanitation webinars that he has led.
Upcoming Live Webinars
Food Allergen Management | April 15, 2026 | Register
Foreign Material Prevention | May 6, 2026 | Register
Integrated Pest Management | June 3, 2026 | Register
Recall Policy and Action Plan | June 24, 2026 | Register
Root Cause Analysis | July 15, 2026 | Coming Soon
Regulatory Response | August 5, 2026 | Coming Soon
Listeria Management | August 26, 2026 | Coming Soon
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On-Demand Webinars
This webinar from our Best-in-Class series, compiled and presented by Eurofins Advanced Learning Institute lead instructor Mike Cramer, provides an introductory lesson on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) as they apply to food processing operations. Originally Aired on March 25, 2026
Our "Behind the Science" series looks at food testing from the perspective of the testers and industry experts who devote their careers to it. In this episode, Eurofins Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Doug Marshall speaks with Dr. Kangming Ma, President at Eurofins QTA. Originally aired on January 20, 2026.
The production and distribution of foods, beverages, nutraceuticals, and related products can offer a wide variety of unique challenges at every stage of development and release, including off-odors and off-flavors, discolorations, and the presence of foreign materials. This webinar covers various analytical strategies for troubleshooting these challenging problems. Originally Aired on January 21, 2026.
As the industry looks ahead, the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) offers a pivotal launch point for 2026 and a chance for producers and processors to explore new solutions that strengthen operations. This webinar is designed to help you get a head start. Join us for a preview of the key issues, trends, and testing strategies we’re watching for the year ahead. Originally Aired on December 10, 2025
Postbiotics, defined as non-viable microbial cells, their components, or metabolites that confer health benefits to the host, represent a rapidly expanding frontier in microbiome research and functional ingredient development. Watch this webinar for a comprehensive look at the rapidly evolving field of postbiotics, combining cutting-edge science, global regulatory insights, and practical testing methodologies. Originally Aired on December 11, 2025.
From the growing regions to the production and processing, mycotoxins pose a unique threat to the safety, quality, and marketability of coffee and spices. In this webinar, we expand upon the emerging mycotoxin risks, climate-driven contamination patterns, and the latest testing technologies to ensure compliance and protect your products. Originally Aired on November 12, 2025
The bar aisle is brimming with possibilities—and today’s consumers are more curious and discerning than ever. As expectations rise around flavor, texture, and ingredient transparency, brands have a unique chance to reimagine what a bar can be. This webinar explores the dynamic evolution of the bar category, especially protein bars, and reveals how thoughtful innovation can help your brand rise above the noise and truly connect with consumers. Originally Aired on November 5, 2025
Ensuring the safety, quality, and authenticity of dietary supplements has become increasingly complex in today’s global marketplace. To protect consumers and brands alike, robust quality systems, third-party certifications, and traceability measures are essential. This webinar highlights key integrity challenges facing the dietary supplement industry, from misleading claims to adulteration concerns, and advanced analytical solutions that address them.
Join us for a focused session on Eurofins’ new Product Certification program—designed to set a higher standard for quality and transparency across the dietary supplement, food, and retail industries. Learn why certification matters, how the process works, and what makes Eurofins uniquely qualified to deliver a seal backed by nearly 100 years of testing expertise.
The Innovative FEED Act proposes a modernized regulatory pathway for these zootechnical animal food substances, reclassifying them as food additives and enabling approval through the Food Additive Petition (FAP) process. This webinar provides insights from Eurofins’ experience navigating veterinary product development and highlight how legislative reform can unlock the next generation of feed solutions.
