A membership with DFA of California gives companies the needed support to stay current with industry standards while maintaining and improving food safety and quality. Those engaged in the packing and/or shipping of dried fruit, tree nuts or kindred products may submit an application for membership to the Board of Directors.
Benefits Of Becoming A Member:
- Unannounced food safety audits on a tri-annual basis
- Certification Body for BRC & SQF
- Member rates on food safety audits and training
- Product inspection services and certification, including the “Red Seal” certificate recognized throughout the world
- Member rates on DFA’s comprehensive food laboratories
- Arbitration Services
- Technical and Regulatory Support
- Third Party Scientific Research
- Halal Certification Agreement
- Kosher Certification Agreement
- Industry communications
- Networking events
- Member rates on the DFA/SCTC Annual Educational Conference
- Monthly Red Seal Newsletter
- HACCP training accredited by the International HACCP Alliance
- GFSI audits
- ISO certified food testing
- Courier services
- Rush services available
Cost of Membership
- $7500 initiation (Optional Installment Plan)
- $750 to $1150 per quarter based on tonnage of dried fruit, tree nuts, or other kindred products processed
