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CDC ends CRF Frozen Foods investigation, but listeria threat continues
People who do not know about the recalls could still have contaminated products in their freezer and may become ill if they eat them in the future.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 18, 2016 -
How hidden costs of cage-free eggs can impact the supply chain
The popular systems may create their own set of issues for manufacturers, from increased costs to higher risks for hen and worker safety.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 18, 2016 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of PIPA
TrendlineGetting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand
Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use.
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Sponsored by Food Science Matters
Fear-mongering continues with carrageenan
The additive is still a controversial topic in the ingredients sector.
July 14, 2016 -
Applegate pushes for no GMOs throughout its supply chain
This commitment includes using animal feed that does not contain genetically-modified ingredients, which could be challenging.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 14, 2016 -
This camera could take a picture of E. coli toxins
Low-cost systems like this could be important as manufacturers make final preparations for federal food safety compliance.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 14, 2016 -
Federal food safety inspection data will be made public
FSIS is pushing for increased transparency and accountability, but manufacturers have been working on their own to establish better communication.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 13, 2016 -
5 trends guiding food safety practices
A study shows more demand for organic, antibiotic-free, preservative-free and locally sourced foods, which means manufacturers have to be creative.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 13, 2016 -
Texas lawmaker questions whether state's crackdown on raw milk is legal
Reports have surfaced in recent months of health departments intervening or detaining individuals trying to deliver raw milk to Texas residents.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 12, 2016 -
General Mills flour recall expands overseas, to other products
As the recall expands, the reach of its damage continues to grow.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 11, 2016 -
Why manufacturers should consider funding food allergy research
Successful treatment means companies could offer their products to a growing group of consumers who avoid buying them because they or their children have food allergies.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 11, 2016 -
Report: Consumers prefer on-package labels for certain food information, websites for others
These results are significant in the context of changes to Nutrition Facts requirements and the mandatory GMO labeling bill currently on its way to the House.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 8, 2016 -
Why executives are keeping an eye on egg execs' food safety case appeal
If they win the appeal, future cases could require the prosecution to round up indisputable evidence of prior knowledge or intention of a food safety-related misdemeanor for an executive to receive a jail sentence.
By Carolyn Heneghan • July 7, 2016 -
How one exec's appeal could impact future food safety criminal cases
Appellants of the Midamar case argue that the Department of Justice doesn't have jurisdiction in the U.S. district courts for cases involving the "false labeling" of meat.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 30, 2016 -
Mars partners with Alibaba to promote e-commerce, safety efforts
The company could apply any lessons learned in China to other markets, setting the example for safe food and beverage e-commerce practices.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 30, 2016 -
CRF Frozen Foods can't identify source of listeria outbreak, seeks to resume production
The company will have to convince federal regulators, its customers, and consumers that its products are safe, despite not knowing the contamination source.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 28, 2016 -
FDA
FDA's GenomeTrakr offers manufacturers safety opportunities
Whole genome sequencing goes beyond identifying foodborne illness pathogens and can help manufacturers improve safety on plant floors and throughout the supply chain.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 27, 2016 -
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 -
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
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