Akron, OH – Hickory Harvest Foods recently received SQF Level 2 certification for its Akron manufacturing facility, one of the highest certifications of food safety in the industry. This certification indicates that the Akron, Ohio based manufacturer of roasted and flavored nuts, trail mixes, imported dried fruits, and confections conforms to food safety standards set by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). The audit was conducted by Silliker, an independent certification firm.
“Our SQF Level 2 certification validates our commitment to providing the safest standards in food processing” says Mike Swiatkowski, vice president of sales and marketing. “We understand our customers need and desire the assurance that the products they purchase and consume come from responsible manufacturers in terms of food safety. This will also allow our company to target larger retailers/distributors throughout the United States”.
SQF level 2 certification is recognized worldwide for food manufactures with excellent quality control, documentation and cleanliness.
Hickory Harvest Foods, Inc., located in Akron, Ohio, offers the largest selection of premium roasted nuts, flavored nuts, trail/snack mixes, imported dried fruits, chocolates/yogurts and candies sourced from around the world and packaged with an emphasis on quality. Brands include: Hickory Harvest Foods and IM Good Snacks sold through numerous retail outlets and full service distributors. Check out Hickory Harvest Foods capabilities at www.hickoryharvest.com or call Mike Swiatkowski, vice president of sales, at 330-644-6266.
Source: Hickory Harvest Foods, Inc.
