Olam Agri Acknowledges Exceptional Bakers for Hygiene Standards
Last Friday, Olam Agri celebrated the outstanding performance of bakeries and individual bakers who have prioritized hygiene standards in their operations at the second annual Grain Hygiene Standards Management (GHSM) Awards Program.
The event took place at Olam Agri’s wheat mill facility in Kpone near Tema and brought together bakers from all corners of the country, along with industry leaders and stakeholders.
Distinguished guests from the Food & Drugs Authority (FDA), the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council, and Ghana TVET services graced the occasion, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high hygiene standards in the baking industry.
Launched in July 2023, the GHSM program, carried out in collaboration with Twentyth Consult, aims to promote adherence to strict hygiene protocols among bakers in Ghana.
Participants of the program undergo rigorous training and evaluation processes based on 10 pillars, with Olam Agri recognizing and rewarding bakers who show a strong commitment to enhancing their operations.
By highlighting bakeries that demonstrate exceptional adherence to hygiene standards, the program aims to guarantee the delivery of top-quality and safest bakery products to consumers.
This year’s awards honored over 200 bakeries, a significant increase from the previous year’s 171 awardees, showcasing the remarkable progress made by bakers in implementing and maintaining robust hygiene practices.
Bakeries that received honors in the Four Star and Three Star categories were rewarded with valuable prizes such as refrigerators and rice cookers to motivate sustained or improved performance.
Speaking at the event, Soumya Saxena, Vice President & Business Head of Olam Agri’s Grains Business, emphasized the company’s commitment to empowering the local bakery industry and enhancing consumer confidence in Ghanaian-made bakery products.
He reiterated Olam Agri’s dedication to supporting the growth and development of the Ghanaian bakery industry through programs like the GHSM Awards.
Mr. Kofi Essel, Director of the Industrial Support Services Directorate of the FDA, commended Olam Agri for its efforts in upholding hygiene standards in the industry. He emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and quality of bakery products to protect consumers’ health and well-being.
Olam Agri continues to play an active role in promoting health and food safety within the baking industry.
