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FDA remains quiet on listeria outbreak linked to Dole salads
The agency hasn't been as forthcoming with results from sample testing and facility inspections as it has in other outbreaks.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 3, 2016 -
FDA sued by environmental groups for approving GMO salmon
The groups allege that the FDA does not have the authority to make that decision because genetically-modified animals used for food are beyond the scope of the current law in place.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 1, 2016 -
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CA agency to halt on-label BPA warnings — for now
Regulators say the product warnings could scare off retailers and consumers from canned foods, which could be the only source of fruits and vegetables in a poor neighborhood or food desert.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 28, 2016 -
CDC: Definitive source of cucumber salmonella outbreak undetermined
If manufacturers are putting preventive protocols in place mandated by FSMA rules, they could be in a better position to catch safety issues.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 23, 2016 -
Canned tuna recalls expand with H-E-B's announcement of process deviation
H-E-B issued a recall the same week as Bumble Bee and Chicken of the Sea canned tuna brands.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 22, 2016 -
Strict liability could impact DeCosters' appeal outcome, future food safety cases
The Quality Egg executives' attorney has argued for proof of criminal state of mind before the DeCosters are forced to carry out their prison sentences.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 21, 2016 -
USDA's FSIS proposes rule to eliminate redundant trichinae guidelines for pork
FSIS believes HACCP guidelines are sufficient in eliminating trichinae, making the current prescriptive guidelines unnecessary.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 20, 2016 -
USDA
Tyson releases first portion of transparency report, leaves animal rights group displeased
Mercy for Animals, a group that has targeted the company in the past, said in a statement that the report is "little more than PR fluff" and "falls far short of consumer expectations."
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 18, 2016 -
UPDATE: Both Tri-Union Seafoods and Bumble Bee recall tuna due to process deviations
No illnesses have been reported in either recall.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 17, 2016 -
Midamar to stay in business, but industry's food safety issues still hang in balance
Instead of shutting the company down, the USDA has handed down a consent decree with stringent requirements Midamar must meet.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 14, 2016 -
Nestle USA's 3M frozen products recall may not damage brand reputation — but could slow growth
It's recalling the products due to possible glass contamination, though the recall is "relatively limited" in comparison to the Maggi recall last year.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 10, 2016 -
Raw milk permitted in WV, but lawmakers fall ill after drinking it
Sales of raw milk are still not allowed in the state, but consumers can drink it through shared animal ownership agreements with farmers.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 10, 2016 -
FDA
FDA deputy commissioner Taylor to step down
After holding several leadership positions in the food industry, it's unclear where Michael Taylor is headed next, though he will remain connected to food safety.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 8, 2016 -
Dole targeted in lawsuit over listeria-contaminated salad mix
If this case is anything like recent food safety criminal prosecutions, Dole executives or management could see not only criminal charges but also a prison sentence.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 8, 2016 -
Vilsack calls for mandatory GMO labeling; GE salmon bill introduced
Plus, Senate Democrats who voted to pass a voluntary GMO labeling bill through the agriculture committee are not in full support of the bill in its current state.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 7, 2016 -
Meat recall case shows food safety infractions resulting in more prison terms
For his "disturbing and serious" actions, Rancho Feeding Corp. slaughterhouse business partner Robert Singleton received a sentence of three months in prison and three months of home confinement.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 4, 2016 -
USDA's FSIS reports inhumane animal treatment at major meat plants
FSIS took administrative actions against 18 large plants, including 13 for inhumane treatment or slaughter violations.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 3, 2016 -
FDA
Testing not enough for food safety, lends false sense of security: experts
Food safety experts quoted astrophysicist and author Carl Sagan regarding the effectiveness of safety testing, "Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence."
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Exec at center of mislabeled cheese charges pleads guilty
Federal prison sentences have become more common for food safety and mislabeling infractions, but this executive's attorney expects probation.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Aossey sentencing confirms harsher punishments for all food safety infractions
William B. Aossey Jr., founder of Midamar Corp., received a two-year federal prison sentence followed by three years of supervised probation.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 26, 2016 -
Jeni's food safety director appointment could lead to better recall recovery
Appointing a food safety director means bringing in a fresh perspective to identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 24, 2016 -
How FDA testing for glyphosate could impact manufacturers
If the FDA detects high levels of glyphosate in the food supply, the impact could ripple beyond Monsanto and farmers to impact manufacturers.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 19, 2016 -
Legislation for 'sell by' national standard could reduce food waste, but at a cost
Labeling overhauls are likely to increase costs related to new labels and research to determine new dates to meet the national standard.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 19, 2016 -
Parnell brothers begin federal prison sentences after salmonella outbreak
Stewart and Michael Parnell's release dates are in 2040 and 2033, respectively.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 17, 2016 -
Agency weighing pros and cons of seafood traceability rules
NOAA is requesting feedback on proposed rules that would implement new seafood traceability protocols.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 17, 2016
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