The 2023 GFCO proficiency testing round, Wheat Gluten in Pretzels, is now available. You may sign up to receive sample sets any time between now and November 30^th at www.gluten.org/proficiency-registration. Preliminary reports will be issued throughout the year as you submit your results, and the final report for the round will be issued in January of 2024. Please remember that we can only accept one set of results per sample set, so if you would like to use PT as part of the competency testing of your staff, you will need to order a separate sample set for each individual. 

SHELF SPACE IN OUR EXPO WEST BOOTH IS AVAILABLE TO GFCO CLIENTS.

A section of our backlit shelf space (a $1500 value) can be yours, with your commitment of a donation to GIG CARES. Product donations will be used in care packages sent to individuals and families facing food insecurity.   

Here are 4 WAYS TO EARN THIS SPACE:

1. Donate products from the show floor (pallets accepted, or we can pick up your extras)
2. Commit to sending a product donation in 2023 (quantities 500+)
3. Work with GIG Cares to place an order of your product with wholesale/distributor pricing
4. Commit to a monetary donation ($750 minimum) or a donor match to GIG Cares in 2023

CLICK HERE TO BE CONTACTED or email us directly HERE

The Nourished Group’s B2B Directory launches on February 15^th.  If you are an ingredient supplier, be sure to take advantage of the FREE listing that GFCO has secured for you. Fill out this form to be included. Note, a food service category has been included in the directory, so get your food service products in now!

Community Involvement News

May is Celiac Awareness Month, a time when the GF community is focused on awareness, advocacy and sharing facts and stories. Plan NOW to participate in GIG’s Celiac Awareness Month campaign by:  

1. Providing a testimonial on the value of GFCO certification which will be used in pr efforts and social media efforts 
2. Become a sponsor of a GIG/GIG Cares event and receive mentions throughout the month of May. Learn more here.
3. Prepare to share information about the commitment your brand has to the celiac community (we’ll provide resources for you to use in future newsletters).  

Questions? Email us directly here.