Nicole E. Day

About Nicole E. Day

I work at the intersection of traditional food systems and modern regulation. I…

Experience

1. Regulatory Compliance Collaborator Berkshire Agricultural Ventures

   Berkshire Agricultural Ventures

   Jan 2022 — Present

   Partnering with Berkshire Agricultural Ventures and other industry leaders, I provide regulatory, food safety, and facility design support to meat and poultry producers across the Northeast and beyond. My work spans the full project lifecycle—from concept design through inspection—focused on helping small and mid-sized businesses build efficient, compliant, and resilient operations.Core Services:Facility Design and LayoutConcept planning for slaughterhouses, meat plants, smokehouses, RTE lines, and cured meat operations with compliance built inRegulatory ConsultingTailored guidance for USDA, FDA, and state regulations with strategies aligned to each businessHACCP Plan DevelopmentCustom HACCP plans for meat, poultry, and value-added products that meet regulatory standardsHACCP Training and CertificationHands-on training to build team knowledge, audit readiness, and confidenceNutrition Facts AnalysisFederally approved nutrition facts panels for retail and wholesale labelingInternal Audits and Compliance ReviewsGap assessments, due diligence audits, and consulting agreements to meet inspection goalsInspection and Licensing SupportStep-by-step guidance through USDA, NYSDAM, and local licensing and inspection processesAskHACCP National HotlineA free, confidential resource co-founded with BAV to support producers with real-time food safety guidanceWhether you’re planning a new build, updating HACCP plans, or preparing for inspection, I bring decades of regulatory experience and a commitment to helping producers succeed. Let’s align compliance with your goals and o••••••••@agriforaging.com(845)