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Researchers borrow old food safety method to reduce salmonella in ground meat
As manufacturers assess and document risks and safety solutions for FSMA compliance, they don't have to reinvent the wheel.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 24, 2016 -
FDA
Regulations leave flour manufacturers with few options in recall's wake
The flour recall demonstrates how sometimes, the industry has limited options for how to prevent consumer exposure to pathogens in food.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 20, 2016 -
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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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WHO revokes coffee's classification as possible carcinogen; will it impact the industry?
Despite its previous link to bladder cancer, global coffee consumption has increased by about 2.5% per year on average since 2011, says the International Coffee Organization.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 15, 2016 -
Sponsored by Plex
Ensuring FSMA readiness with manufacturing cloud ERP
A group of food processors and manufacturers have put in place four key components to ensure FSMA readiness and the ability to meet market demands—while minimizing costs and maximizing profitability.
June 14, 2016 -
FDA
OIG calls out FDA for recall procedures that are not 'efficient and effective'
The FDA has announced a "new process" to streamline recall decisions, but it's unclear how the new SCORE team will interact with manufacturers.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 13, 2016 -
FDA announces proposed sodium reduction targets
The goal of the long-term target is to limit American sodium consumption to 2,300 mg each day, well below today's average sodium intake of 3,400 mg per day.
By David Oliver • June 1, 2016 -
Exploring where online retailers fit into recall plans
Having a plan to deal with online retailers during a recall is crucial, particularly as more companies embrace the potential sales offered by online channels.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 31, 2016 -
FDA
FDA finalizes last FSMA rule
With this last regulation, all seven main FSMA rules are complete.
By David Oliver • May 26, 2016 -
FDA
What can manufacturers learn from FDA's Reportable Food Registry annual report?
Manufacturers that produce RAC produce, prepared foods, seafood, and dairy products may have the most to be concerned about.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 25, 2016 -
USDA
How silk could play a role in reducing food waste
Manufacturers would have to weigh the costs of lost ingredients against the costs of potential flavor changes.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 23, 2016 -
Nima closes $9.2M funding round for portable gluten sensor
It plans to expand detection capabilities to also include peanuts and milk.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 22, 2016 -
FDA
Meeting FSMA requirements ranges from filling in gaps to brand new system
Some manufacturers will be close to compliance, while others will need to develop and integrate entire systems for risk prevention, traceability, and documentation.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 19, 2016 -
Why mechanically tenderized meat labels could be worth the cost
Today marks the official rollout of new labeling requirements for mechanically tenderized meat products, per the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 17, 2016 -
UPDATE: Salmonella investigation dredges up public notification, recall debates
Pacific Coast Fruit apologized for its "unfortunate misstatement regarding a clearly indicated alert being misread as a recall," according to a company statement.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 16, 2016 -
FDA
FDA releases FSMA preventive controls draft guidance for smaller facilities
Once this guidance is finalized, major manufacturers that acquire a "very small" business may have to provide assistance to help it transition.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 16, 2016 -
Whole genome sequencing could become a food safety detection standard
The technology detects the bacterial pathogen's DNA fingerprint and provides more detail and clarity to researchers when determining the source of foodborne disease outbreaks.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 13, 2016 -
How manufacturers can respond to Oxfam America report about poultry industry
Oxfam's report sheds light on practices at several poultry processing plants.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 12, 2016 -
FDA
Survey: 61% of US food, beverage professionals say companies prepared for FSMA
While a recent survey from Sparta Systems, Inc. may paint a rosier picture of FSMA preparedness, other survey results have not been as positive.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 11, 2016 -
FDA
FDA warning letters leave timely lessons for manufacturers
By following FSMA guidelines for preventive measures and proper documentation, the industry can avoid the dreaded FDA warning letter.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 9, 2016 -
FDA survey suggests manufacturers need to do more with salt, less with label claims
The survey found that three-quarters of participants believe that foods and beverages in the grocery store have the same amount or more salt than they did five years ago.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 9, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Cargill exec: Why millennial employees are vital to the future of food science
"We have to eat. And so I think it's important that people kind of embrace that responsibility," Mike Robach of Cargill told Food Dive.
By David Oliver • May 3, 2016 -
How manufacturers can cut costs during litigation
With or without outside legal counsel, preparation is key to saving time, money, and effort.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 2, 2016 -
DOJ launches Dole criminal investigation
Last week, FDA inspection reports revealed Dole officials' knowledge of the listeria contamination at the plant dating back to July 2014.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 1, 2016 -
How integrating IoT can improve supply chain traceability
Traceability needs to be effective, efficient, and come at a reasonable cost.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 29, 2016 -
Report: FDA cited Dole officials for listeria at salad plant in 2014
Production resumed, but Dole has yet to provide details about the extent of the cleaning and sanitizing of the plant, according to Food Safety News.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 28, 2016
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