reCONNECT 2025 | The Path Forward: What's Next for FSMA 204 Implementation

We've all heard the news: the FDA has proposed an extension of the compliance date for FSMA 204. But if you think that means you can hit the snooze button on your traceability plan, think again! The FDA’s recent extension is a golden opportunity to get ahead and build a more robust, effective food traceability program now so you don't have to scramble to comply later.

This extension is a chance to transition your traceability strategy from reactive to proactive with a window of time to truly understand the new requirements, iron out any kinks in your system, and make sure your company is ready for what's next. The goal isn’t just to comply; it’s to make our food supply safer for everyone.

To help guide that work, Trustwell’s Julie McGill, VP of Supply Chain Strategy and Insights, hosted an in-depth Virtual reCONNECT 2025 session on what this extension really means for the industry.

The session, now available on-demand, walks through the practical implications of FSMA 204, what hasn’t changed in the FDA’s expectations, and how early movers are gaining a strategic edge.

In The Path Forward: What's Next for FSMA 204 Implementation, Julie  breaks down:

• The most important takeaways from recent FDA updates and FAQs
• What companies can expect around guidance, training, and enforcement
• Why waiting for the next regulatory milestone could leave you behind
• How food businesses are already using Electronic Source Submission (ESS) and other tools to prepare

The session also includes real-world insights and answers to top questions from food safety and supply chain professionals, covering everything from required record formats to best practices for multi-tier supplier engagement.

If your company touches any item on the FDA’s Food Traceability List (or works with partners who do) this Virtual reCONNECT 2025 session is essential viewing. Regardless of your role in the supply chain, FSMA 204 readiness is now a matter of strategic positioning. Watch the full session on demand now to understand how your team can move forward—while others are standing still.

reCONNECT 2025: The Connected Future of the Food Industry is Now On-Demand