An estimated 48 million Americans get sick annually from eating contaminated food, about one in every six people. For manufacturers, having to recall their products can hurt their reputation and cause significant economic damage.
In this issue of our spotlight series, Food Dive is taking a look at recalls. How do recalls impact consumers and what's the best way to get shoppers to pay attention? Have recalls increased since FSMA was implemented? How does one company help food manufacturers minimize the impact of a recall? How do grocery stores deal with a recall notice? What are some of the biggest recalls during the last year?
This series comes as consumers were inundated last year with more than 3,400 recalls involving food and other products, or 9.4 a day. A daunting number. Food recalls are seemingly everywhere, and we hope this spotlight will give you more insight.
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Food recall fatigue: Do shoppers heed warnings or have they had enough?
Consumers may ignore the constant stream of products being pulled off of shelves, but there are ways to cut through the noise. Read More >>
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Has FSMA increased the number of food recalls?
Experts say it's too early to tell, but the new law and consumer culture are moving prevention of contamination to center stage. Read More >>
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Q&A with Stericycle: How food manufacturers can prepare for recalls and minimize the impact
A recall can be devastating for a food company. In an interview with Food Dive, Michael Good delves into the steps manufacturers can take to reduce the effect on their bottom lines. Read More >>
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First responders: What grocery stores do when recalls happen
As the public face of the incident, stores must carry out a multitude of tasks that range from pulling products to reassuring consumers. Read More >>
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How 4 companies responded to major recalls
In the past year, companies such as Blue Bell and Soylent have handled safety lapses with their products differently, providing a roadmap for other businesses hit by an outbreak. Read More >>