Institute for Food Laws and Regulations

Online Education for Food Industry Professionals

The Institute for Food Laws and Regulations (IFLR) at Michigan State University offers graduate degree and continuing education programs designed specifically for food industry professionals. All courses are delivered 100% online and asynchronously, allowing students to manage their studies alongside work and personal responsibilities. Students have the option to pursue a certificate in U.S. or International Food Law, or work toward a Master of Science in Food Regulatory Affairs. Many begin by enrolling in a single course to address a specific challenge in their workplace and choose to continue their studies from there.

News

Course on regulation of alcoholic beverages offered only every other year

Published on December 3, 2021
Enroll now to secure your spot in IFLR's course "Wine, Beer, and Spirits Laws and Regulations." Class begins on January 10. It will not be offered again until January 2024.
IFLR Contributor Tommy Tobin's new Food Law Book

Published on November 18, 2021
Tommy Tobin's book "Food Law: A Practical Guide" offers attorneys an introduction to the topic.
The FASTER Act - Sesame as Major Food Allergen

Published on November 18, 2021
Neal Fortin summarizes FDA's recommendation that manufacturers voluntarily declare “sesame” in relevant ingredient lists, even though formal requirement does not go into effect until 2023.
Online course in the FSMA Preventive Controls for Human Food Rule covers important current issues

Published on November 8, 2021
Discussion will include how current issues like global supply chain slowdowns, and the looming shortage of CO2 production, impact food safety.
Are we Leaving our Seniors Food Insecure and Deserted?

Published on August 25, 2021
Food insecurity and under-nutrition have negative consequences for our underserved senior populations. Haskell and DeAngelo look at the issue and explain how bills like the Healthy Food Access for All Americans bill are essential.