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2026 WFSC Registration Now Open

Early Bird $395 through February 28th

Regular Price Registration March 1  through the conference $450

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Day 1 Keynote

Joseph W. Reardon

Mr. Joseph Reardon currently serves as the Senior Director of Food Safety Programs for the National Association State Departments of Agriculture. In this role, he works with all 50 Commissioners, Directors and Secretaires of Agriculture on food safety related issues. 


Mr. Reardon previously served as the Assistant Commissioner for Consumer Protection for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services from 2012 to 2021. He oversaw the divisions responsible for food safety, agricultural emergency response, animal health and regulation of the structural pest control industry, pesticide use and various weighing and measuring devices. 

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Call for Speakers – 2026 Western Food Safety Conference

We are now accepting speaker proposals for the 2026 Western Food Safety Conference, taking place May 6–7 in beautiful Salinas, California. 


The deadline to submit a proposal is November 1, 2025.

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The Foundation

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The Hartnell College Foundation is an independent, non-profit corporation organized by community-spirited citizens in 1979 to benefit the Hartnell Community College District. The Foundation plays an integral role in supporting the students, faculty, staff, and programs of Hartnell College by garnering corporate, foundation, and private support for the college.


Please explore our website to find out the many ways that you can get involved in supporting the hard-working students of the Salinas Valley as they build a brighter future for themselves, their families, and their community.

The Western Food Safety Conference

The Western Food Safety Conference

The Western Food Safety Conference

The Western Food Safety Conference is an annual two-day convening, designed especially for you, our food safety industry leaders! The conference will provide you with current produce safety information, research, and regulatory developments in the fresh produce industry that you can apply to today's environment.  


Join us and industry-leading scientists, executives, and professionals for the latest science-based industry information and networking opportunities. 

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