The Food WorksSW, a regional food and drink innovation centre based in Weston-super-Mare, has significantly expanded its support for small producers by introducing a new auditing qualification and partnering with a leading scientific laboratory.
Beth Winters, the centre’s Technical Manager, has recently become an official Safe and Local Supplier Approval (SALSA) Auditor. SALSA is a nationally recognised food safety certification scheme designed specifically for small food producers. In her new role, Beth will provide expert auditing services to help businesses meet vital food safety standards and navigate the certification process.
“I’m excited to join the SALSA team,” Beth commented. “This role enhances my ongoing commitment to supporting food businesses with practical advice and auditing expertise, helping them achieve and maintain high standards of food safety.”
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In addition, The Food WorksSW has formalised a partnership with Avonmouth-based One Scientific Laboratory, part of the Tentamus Group. This collaboration offers accredited microbiological and chemical testing services for food, drink, and environmental samples, alongside expert technical guidance and troubleshooting.
Dominic Long, General Manager of One Scientific, expressed his enthusiasm: “We’re proud to support The Food WorksSW in serving food producers across the South West and beyond. Our partnership ensures clients receive top-tier testing services paired with expert advice.”
Through this collaboration, producers gain access to process validation, sampling plan development, and shelf-life testing services, helping them optimize their products and maintain compliance confidently.
Simon Gregory, Director at The Food WorksSW, highlighted the benefits: “Partnering with One Scientific allows us to provide a seamless, integrated approach to laboratory testing. Our clients benefit not only from high-quality analytics but also from practical support that translates data into actionable business insights.”
The Food WorksSW, operated by the not-for-profit Future Food Partnership and supported by North Somerset Council, offers a comprehensive range of services to UK-based food and drink businesses. Its facilities include five development kitchens available for hire, technical support, and on-site business units, all dedicated to fostering growth and innovation within the sector.
For more details, visit www.foodworks-sw.co.uk.