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

Florida Bans Cultivated Meat

Published on May 8, 2024
Neal Fortin finds Florida Senate Bill 1084 banning cultivated meat to be ripe for challenge.
Robert Saxton Joins IFLR as Instructor & Academic Specialist

Published on April 16, 2024
Join us in welcoming our newest faculty member. Robert Saxton will teach our undergraduate course in food law this summer, and a brand new course on USDA-FSIS food law in the fall.
Are you in compliance with the FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program Rule?

Published on April 2, 2024
View or read a quick overview of the FSMA FSVP Rule and why some companies are non-compliant.
Lead Contaminated Applesauce Recall & the U.S. Food Safety System

Published on March 7, 2024
Neal Fortin commented in the New York Times and on KNX News on last year's lead poisonings from contaminated applesauce, and on the food safety system in general. Learn more and check out IFLR's course on the FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program.
Labeling Explainer: Naming Foods with Added Flavorings

Published on February 23, 2024
Here is a quick overview of naming foods with added flavorings, from the faculty of the MSU Food & Dietary Supplement Labeling Workshop. March 5-6, 2024. Orlando, Florida.