Navigating the EU food law framework


  • The EU food law framework is often misconstrued as a regulatory maze, especially interpreted by those without a legal background like scientists and product developers. 


  • However, it is well structured by a few pieces of legislation to preserve the free movement of goods and, most notably, the single market. 


  • From decoding the roles of key food safety entities to demystifying risk assessment and management, our online cohort-based course guides you through every step.                     Navigate with confidence through the intricate web of regulations and guidelines.                       Empower yourself with essential knowledge to ensure food safety compliance in the EU!

Why the European Union?

  • The European Union is a unique market as any approved product can de facto be sold in the 27 Member States!


  • This represents an untapped opportunity as it opens the door to a market size of half a billion consumers. 


  • Last but not least, EU-approved products can only be sold in third countries like those candidates to the European Union, EEA members, Switzerland, and countries that base their food regulatory framework on the EU one. 

Course curriculum

    1. How to use this course

    2. Before we begin...

    3. Reminder - VAT number

    1. Week 1 - EU Food Law Basics and Preserving the Single Market

    2. Key terminology explained

    3. Quiz 1

    4. Has any food item been banned in your country?

    5. Morning Session 1 - EU Food Law Basics and Preversing the Single Market

    6. Afternoon Session 1 - EU Food Law Basics and Preversing the Single Market

    1. Week 2 - Food safety entities and regulatory guidance

    2. Main entities - Their role and support they can give you

    3. Quiz 2

    4. Morning Session 2 - Food safety entities and guidance

    5. Afternoon Session 2 - Food safety entities and guidance

    1. Week 3 - Steps to Evaluate Compliance

    2. Main regulations and food safety data requirements

    3. Quiz 3

    4. Common Compliance Pitfalls

    5. Morning Session 3 - Steps to Evaluate Compliance

    6. Afternoon Session 3 - Steps to Evaluate Compliance

    1. Using Online Resources

    2. Creating a Compliance Checklist

    1. Preparing for changes

About this course

  • €650,00
  • Designed for food professionals without a legal background
  • Cohort-based course with morning and late afternoon CET time for our global clientele sessions
  • Recorded sessions, exclusive resources and access to a community of fellow professionals

EU Food law is not difficult to grasp, learn how by taking this course

Limited seats - First come, first served!

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Learning Outcomes

Once you complete this course, you will be able to achieve the following:

  • To identify and articulate the different pieces of legislation applicable to food components (improvement agents, ingredients, novel foods), GMOs, foods for special medical purposes, contaminants, microorganisms and more

  • To understand which food safety data are required to demonstrate safety and gain pre-market approval

  • To find guidance and support from public authorities for food law matters

  • To stay ahead of regulatory changes (Sustainable claims, EUDR, and NGTs)

FAQ

  • When are the sessions hosted?

    Each Monday (10, 17 and 24.02) from 09:00 to 10:30 am CET time and from 17:30 to 19:00.

  • How is the course structured?

    The course lasts 3 weeks and students get access to the slides before the sessions and additional materials to enhance their learning acquired knowledge.

  • Do I need a legal background to take this course?

    No, we have specifically designed this course for professionals without a legal background. The course is also suitable for foreign legal professionals.

  • How long are the materials available?

    The slides and recordings are accessible on the platform up to 2 months after the end of the cohort. After that, the written materials be emailed to you.

  • For whom is the course not suitable?

    For university students, the knowledge gained through this course won't be useful to those without previous working experience.

  • Is the VAT included?

    No, as most of our clients are not based in the Netherlands. If you are based in the Netherlands, the VAT will be requested after the beginning of the course.

  • I signed for the course but I changed my mind. Can I get a refund?

    If you cancel up to 14 days before the course's launch date, you are entitled to a 100% refund minus the transaction fees if they are applicable. If you cancel past that time and up to 7 days before the course's launch date, you are entitled to a 50% refund minus the transaction fees if they are applicable. Past that time, there is no option for a refund.

  • Will I receive a certificate of completion?

    Yes, a certificate of completion is granted when you finish the course.

  • Can I interact with the other students?

    Yes, you can interact with other students in the community space.

Some of our clients

Forward Food Law is a food law consultancy based in the Netherlands with a global reach. 

We are pleased to count amongst our clients some of the trailblazers of the food and alternative proteins industry. 

Our clientele is diverse and comprises all the actors from the food supply chain, ranging from VCs, incubators, and accelerators to startups, multinationals and governmental agencies. 

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Media coverage

Passionate about making food legislation more accessible, Mathilde currently gathers a following of more than 10800 people on LinkedIn and was awarded the "Top Voice Food Science" award in January 2024.

She regularly advises food consortiums by providing tailored consulting and training like EIT Food, Biotope by VIB, Rockstart, AgFunder, and Eatable Adventures. 

 

She also writes a monthly tribute for vegconomist.com and is regularly interviewed to discuss food regulatory matters on podcasts. 


Mathilde moderating a panel on "Scaling up alternative protein production" at FoodTech Congress, in Warsaw, Poland - 2024. 

Social proof: testimonials

“Mathilde clearly brings both deep subject matter expertise and personal drive to the novel foods sector. I recommend her to companies navigating the overlooked intricacies of commercializing a novel food product across borders.”

Blue Horizon

“It is always a pleasure working together with Mathilde, who has been my go-to contact for novel food regulatory questions over the last few months. She has been integral in providing overviews on regulatory processes, microorganism strain / GMO questions and making an overall confusing field simple to navigate. I have found her to be highly responsive, professional and reliable. It is refreshing to have such a knowledgeable and easy-to-work-with individual at the top of my contact list, and I look forward to our continued collaborations.”

Bright Green Partners

“"I strongly endorse Mathilde for her expertise in food regulations. I invited Mathilde to lead a session on 'Legal Barriers to Market Entry' for startups in the foodtech acceleration program I manage, and she did an excellent job. Her expertise and availability made her a valuable resource for the participants. She is not only a knowledgeable consultant but also a skilled communicator who excels in delivering impactful sessions and facilitating discussions on laws and regulations. Mathilde's contributions are valuable for foodtech startups aiming to achieve regulatory compliance and market readiness."”

Eatable Adventures

“I can highly recommend Mathilde's expertise when it comes to food regulatory frameworks in Europe, the US and beyond. She is able to take complicated concepts and break them down in to easy to understand bites. I recommend her to any alternative protein startup looking to prepare their route to market, as well as to any corporates looking to offer trainings on food law.”

EIT Food

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