Events & Q&A formats in food safety
solutions that work.
Complex challenges can rarely be solved alone. That is why we create spaces for exchange, new perspectives and concrete solutions. Together with experts from practice, industry and science.
Since 2005, the Karlsruhe Food Symposium (KALS) has developed into a central meeting place for specialists and managers in the food industry.
Quality management, production, company management, auditors and authorities meet here to discuss current challenges, exchange experiences and develop concrete solutions.
When: 30.09 - 01.10.2026
Where: GenoHotel Karlsruhe
For whom: QM, QA, production, management, auditors
1.090€ plus VAT
Regular participation fee:
550€ plus VAT
Reduced participation fee for BVLK members
- practice-relevant, top-class lectures
- concrete solutions instead of theoretical concepts
- Exchange on equal footing
- accompanying exhibition of innovative solutions
- intensive networking within the food safety community
- evening event in a personal atmosphere with live music
KALS 2026: Program
Üben, Fragen, Zeigen lassen
From the event to practice
Food Defense Concept
We help food companies systematically protect products, processes, and sites from intentional contamination, sabotage, and unauthorized access – from risk analysis to an audit-compliant Food Defense Plan.
Declaration, Labeling & Legal Security
Systematic review of your labels and product information — from LMIV compliance to sustainable protection of your labeling.
FIT formats
Individually designed practice formats for structural preparation for audits, optimization of CAPA systems or realistic crisis simulations.
Food Safety Culture Plus
Holistic practice program for developing and measurably anchoring an effective food safety culture — from analysis to sustainable integration into your management system.
Basics of microbiology
Compact online format for beginners without a scientific background. Comprehensible introduction to bacteria, germ counts, temperature management and minimum shelf life.
HACCP for experts
Advanced workshop for HACCP professionals: critically review systems, document validation cleanly and systematically identify blind spots.