Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation
A science-based independent not-for-profit think-tank dedicated to promoting food safety culture and practices for consumer and food businesses. Established during COVID-2019 pandemic, we seek to cover all the areas in the “Farm to Table” continuum and gradually step into additional areas in the “Food Safety Ecosystem” with increased stronger institutional base. The Foundation sincerely welcomes all out support from all food control agencies, food business operators, civil society and consumers voices towards this noble initiative.
OUR SPECIALITIES
Risk assessment
We evaluate and analyze potential hazards in the food supply chain ensure safer food for all.
Food Safety Management
We develop and implement effective systems and practices to safeguard food quality and protect public health.
Standards & Certification
We assist businesses in obtaining certifications and complying with food safety regulations, enhancing consumer trust.
Outreach Activities
We engage with communities, conduct awareness programs, and promote a food safety culture for a healthier nation.
What's New
Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation (BFSF) will mark the World Food Safety Day 2025
The Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation (BFSF) will celebrate
World Food Safety Day on June 21, 2025, with the theme
“Food Safety: Science in Action.” This year’s theme highlights
how important science is in keeping our food safe, and
encourages everyone-governments, businesses, and
consumers-to use scientific knowledge at every step of the
food chain.
To mark the day, BFSF will organize a seminar at the
Bangladesh Food Safety Authority conference room, where
Dr. Monzur Morshed Ahmed, Director of BCSIR, will deliver
the keynote speech. Before the seminar, we will officially
unveil the cover of our magazine “Nirapod Khadya Kothon”
(Food Safety Talks). Mr. Md. Saidur Rahman, honorable
Secretary, Health Services Division, Government of
Bangladesh will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest.
BFSF will also distribute official UN communication materials
to food business operators, their associations, leading
commerce bodies like FBCCI and MCCI, district chambers of
commerce and industries, media outlets, and international
organizations working in Bangladesh, encouraging them to
observe World Food Safety Day.
Since 2019, BFSF has been dedicated to promoting food
safety and building a culture of safe food practices across
Bangladesh.
Exciting Updates to Our Executive Committee!
The Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation is delighted to share news of our newly approved Executive
Committee, approved by the registration authority in August 2024.
We are thrilled to welcome two valuable additions to our team:
Rejaul Karim, our new Treasurer, brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience in food safety,
enforcement, and legal drafting. Learn more about his background [here](link to bio).
Abul Basher Miah joins us as the Secretary (Health, Education & BCC). His extensive experience in chemical
contamination and analysis will be a great asset. You can read his short biography [here](link to bio).
Afzal Hossain Bhuiyan joins us as the Executive Member- 1 (Horticulture). His extensive experience in good
agriculture practice and supply chain safety will be a great asset. You can read his short biography
[here](link to bio).
S.M. Amirul Islam joins us as the Executive Member-3 (Livestock). His extensive experience in animal
disease and nutrition will be a great asset. You can read his short biography [here](link to bio).
7 June 2025
World
Food Safety Day
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নিরাপদ খাদ্যের মূল হলো বিজ্ঞান
Science is fundamental to food safety
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নিরাপদ খাদ্যের পেছনে বিজ্ঞানের রয়েছে অনেক শাখা
There are many scientific disciplines behind food safety
২
যদি নিরাপদ না হয় তা খাদ্য বিবেচিত নয়
If it is not safe, it is not food
৬
শিক্ষাই চাবিকাঠি
Education is key
৩
খাদ্য নিরাপদ রাখা প্রত্যেকের কাজ
Food safety is everyone’s business
৭
প্রত্যেক ব্যক্তিই এক একজন ঝুঁকি ব্যবস্থাপক
Everyone is a risk manager
৪
তথ্য উপাত্ত ব্যতীত বিজ্ঞান হতে পারে না
There is no science without data
OUTREACH MATERIALS
National
World Food Safety Day
On 2 February 2025
The Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation (BFSF) held an
important event to raise awareness about food safety
on February 1, 2025 on the occasion of the National
Food Safety Day. A seminar titled “Safe Food: Human
Induced contamination and Adulteration remedies”
featured Dr. Iqbal Rouf Mamun, Professor, Department
of Chemistry, University of Dhaka. Representatives from
consumer societies, food businesses, food control
agencies, academia and scientists attended the seminar.
Graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, Dr. Wais Kabir,
former Chairman, Bangladesh Agricultural Research
Council, emphasized on prioritizing food safety at every
stage of production including outsourcing of raw
materials and transparently labeling all food products
with accurate and complete information. He stressed
the importance of consumer rights organizations
working together to raise awareness and develop tools
to empower consumers.
The seminar called upon legitimate food manufacturers
to mandatorily cooperate with food regulatory agencies
and law enforcement in identifying counterfeit food
producers and food traders who engage in adulteration.
JOIN THE FOOD SAFETY MOVEMENT
Help us to grow the movement and reclaim our food.
There are five calls to action on World Food Safety Day:
- Ensure it’s safe - Governments must ensure safe and nutritious food for all
- Grow it safe - Agriculture and food producers need to adopt good practices
- Keep it safe - Business operators must make sure food is safe
- Know what’s safe - Consumers need to learn about safe and healthy food
- Team up for food safety – Let’s work together for safe food and good health!
