Food Industry Training, Events, and Workshops
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues, the Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) continues to prioritize the health and safety of our communities, clients, and staff. At this time, CIRAS is holding in-person and virtual events. CIRAS is continually updating our delivery methods and safety controls to meet guidance of public health professionals. Full refunds will be issued for canceled events and to those unable to attend rescheduled events. Please contact us at ciras@iastate.edu or 515-294-3420 with any questions.
October 2021
CIRAS Service Showcase Series
10/28/2021, Webinar
Growth Leadership Productivity Technology Government Contracting Food Industry Iowa Lean Consortium COVID-19 Webinar
Details: A monthly webinar which focuses on one of the many services that CIRAS offers.
December 2021
Iowa Food Industry Overview and Challenges
12/7/2021, Ames, IA
Address: 536 Farm House Lane Food Sciences Building - Room 1041 (CCUR Theatre)
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: The Iowa Food Industry face a wide variety of legislative and regulatory demands as well as supply chain, logistics, and workforce challenges. This ABI event hosted by CIRAS will review the current state of the Iowa Food Industry within the context of these challenges. For more, contact Troy Crowe at crowe@iastate.edu.
Food Talks
12/9/2021, Webinar
Growth Leadership Productivity Food Industry Webinar
Details: This one-hour webinar is the online home for a quarterly round table where Iowa food manufacturers can discuss a variety of food safety issues. Whether you’re new to food safety regulations or well positioned for the future, this group will be a place where you can discuss challenges and learn about the successful practices of others. For more, contact Kim Anderson at kandrson@iastate.edu.
January 2022
Cured Meat Short Course
1/18/2022 - 1/20/2022, Ames, IA
Address: Iowa State University Meat Laboratory
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: With a focus on the technology of cured meat processing, short course topics range from lectures on basic meat science to demonstrations of processing techniques. Speakers, nationally and internationally recognized authorities in their fields, will provide information about the latest technology available. Since the enrollment in this short course is limited to 60, you will have ample opportunity to have your questions answered directly by the speakers and staff. Iowa State University's modern meat laboratory facilities allow you to observe demonstrations in a setting that provides access to the latest technology.
February 2022
Fresh Pork Workshop
2/7/2022 - 2/9/2022, Ames, IA
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: NEW COURSE Course information coming soon! Watch this site for details
March 2022
Snack Stick Short Course
3/22/2022 - 3/24/2022, Ames, IA
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: NEW COURSE Course information coming soon! Watch this site for details
HACCP Workshop - Spring
3/29/2022 - 3/31/2022, Ames, IA
Address: Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center 2601 East 13th Street Ames, IA 50010
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: The HACCP workshop will be held at the Quality Inn & Suites Converence Center March 29-31, 2022. The course is designed to review the philosophy and principles of the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point system and to discuss how to implement HACCP in plants. This HACCP training program is consistent with the intent and scope of the USDA, FSIS regulation.his course is designed for individuals that have little or no knowledge of HACCP and individuals that would like to have a refresher on HACCP and learn of the changes that have taken place in HACCP during the last 2-3 years. One of the working groups will be designated an ''Advanced HACCP Training Working Group.'' This working group, which is limited to those that are already HACCP trained, will discuss Validation, Verification, Reassessment, Lethality, Stabilization and Listeria Control.
April 2022
Dry & Semi-Dry Sausage Short Course
4/12/2022 - 4/14/2022, Ames, IA
Address: Iowa State University Meat Laboratory
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: With a focus on the technology of dry and semi-dry sausage processing, short course topics range from lectures on basic meat science to demonstrations of processing techniques. Speakers, nationally and internationally recognized authorities in their fields, will provide information about the latest technology available. Since the enrollment in this short course is limited to 60, you will have ample opportunity to have your questions answered directly by the speakers and staff. Iowa State University's modern meat laboratory facilities allow you to observe demonstrations in a setting that provides access to the latest technology.
BBQ Workshop
4/30/2022, Ames, IA
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: NEW COURSE Course information coming soon! Watch this site for details
July 2022
Sausage and Processed Meats
7/18/2022 - 7/22/2022, Ames, IA
Address: Iowa State University Meat Laboratory
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: The course will cover fresh sausage, cooked sausage and dry and semi-dry sausage in addition to sectioned and formed cured meats and whole muscle precooked meats. A special feature will be a presentation on “specialty sausage products.” The course will use a hands-on approach to meat processing. Under the supervision of an instructor, participants will be divided into teams and have the opportunity to formulate and manufacture a processed meat product.
October 2022
Deli Short Course
10/4/2022 - 10/6/2022, Ames, IA
Food Industry In Person Central Iowa
Details: NEW COURSE Course information coming soon! Watch this site for details