PTNPA unveils 2026 Food Safety Series with expansion to key regions
PTNPA expands its 2026 Food Safety Series with a new Southeast symposium and multiple regional events. See the full schedule and details.
Key takeaways
- PTNPA is expanding its Food Safety Series in 2026
- A new Southeast symposium has been added
- Four total events will provide regional education and networking
- The series focuses on practical solutions and regulatory navigation
- Industry participation remains strong across events
The Peanut and Tree Nut Processors Association (PTNPA) is widening its food safety footprint in 2026. The PTNPA Food Safety Series will include an additional symposium in the Southeast.
Hosting four distinct food safety events will ensure that nationally and regionally tailored knowledge and solutions are offered to continually solve food safety challenges in all corners of the nut industry.
“The PTNPA Food Safety Series brings member companies high-impact, regionally designed programs to benefit professionals who keep our industry safely running every day,” said Jeannie Shaughnessy, PTNPA CEO. “Our commitment to stellar and cost-effective food safety education is critical to our goal of constantly offering safe and affordable products to consumers.”
The series is already off to a strong start, with the West Coast Food Safety Symposium in Fresno kicking off the 2026 program. The event, held March 25 at California State University, drew solid industry participation and set the tone for a year focused on collaboration, practical solutions and regionally tailored food safety education.
Additional opportunities for networking, professional development and knowledge sharing during the remaining 2026 PTNPA Food Safety Series schedule are as follows:
- Operations and Technical Food Safety Forum: June 23 to 24 in Oak Brook, Illinois
- Northeast Food Safety Symposium: Oct. 14 in Jersey City, New Jersey
- NEW: Southeast Food Safety Symposium: Nov. 4 at University of Georgia in Tifton, Georgia
“Expanding engagement and expertise to Georgia is a testament to the growth and necessity of this educational series,” said Angelo Losurdo, PTNPA vice chair and Golden Peanut director of quality and food safety.
“Whether during a one-day intensive regional session or the flagship two-day forum in Chicago, the PTNPA Food Safety Series provides relevant, timely and critical knowledge required to successfully operate businesses and navigate the increasingly complex regulatory environment,” added Steve Zaffarano, PTNPA chair and president of Diamond Foods.
FAQ
What is the PTNPA Food Safety Series?
A series of regional events focused on food safety education in the nut industry.
What’s new in 2026?
An additional Southeast Food Safety Symposium has been added.
Where are the events being held?
Locations include Illinois, New Jersey and Georgia.
Who should attend these events?
Industry professionals involved in food safety and regulatory compliance.
What is PTNPA?
An association representing peanut and tree nut processors since 1939.
The Peanut and Tree Nut Processors Association (PTNPA) was established in 1939 and has proudly supported leading peanut and tree nut industry companies for more than eight decades. PTNPA member companies range from large global organizations to small family-owned businesses, employing millions of people and generating billions of dollars in the global economy. Reflecting the steady growth of the nut sector, PTNPA continues to expand its services and offerings for its members. To learn more, visit ptnpa.org.