Food Safety Tech

AUGUST 28, 2023

I n a report released in May of 2023, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) offered an encouraging and attainable outlook for cooperative and effective functionality throughout the global food supply chain. Traceability Challenges in a Global Food Supply Chain Traceability is a common goal in all industries.

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FoodInsight

JANUARY 20, 2025

What you should know about approved food additives. Often, the names given to additives and other ingredients in our food can make them seem confusing and off-putting, even to the savviest shopper. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversees the safety of food additives and allows only the use of those that are deemed safe.

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Food Safety News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

With the most comprehensive worldwide recall tracking, Sedgwick is out with its statistics for 2023’s third quarter. While it covers all sorts of recalls by manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers, the food and drink sectors are reported here. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The recall was initiated after it was discovered by the FDA during an inspection that the labels did not list the allergen milk in the ingredient statement. The recall was initiated after it was discovered by the FDA during an inspection that the labels did not list the allergen milk in the ingredient statement.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

MARCH 13, 2025

The lot number on the back of the packages are as follows: 2023/12/20, 2024/1/31, 2024/4/15, 2024/10/18. Food and Drug Administration. [link] Liaoning Cheng Da USA Inc. Brand Name: Wangzhihe Product Description: Hot Pot Sauce Company Announcement On March 11, 2025, Liaoning Cheng Da USA Inc. No illnesses have been reported to date.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

JANUARY 10, 2024

Greeley, CO, is voluntarily recalling one lot of 3-D® Pet Products Premium Parrot Food, 4 lb. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on November 30, 2023. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on November 30, 2023. The 3-D® Pet Product Premium Parrot Food was originally manufactured on October 25, 2023.

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Food Safety News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The 88th Texas Legislature passed two bills impacting food establishments with Sept. The new laws benefit the 55,000 food service establishments in the Lone Star State that employ more than 1.4 This is similar to language in the 2017 FDA Food Code, Section 6-201.17(B): 1 implementation dates.

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Food Safety Tech

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Our guest experts, Sally Powell Price, Regulatory Expert Food and Beverage Safety at MilliporeSigma, and Andrew Lienau, Food Regulatory and Validation Senior Expert at MilliporeSigma, detail the importance of Cronobacter in food manufacturing, summarize detection solutions and provide a glimpse into the future of this potentially deadly pathogen.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Eagle Produce LLC Scottsdale, AZ is initiating a voluntary recall of 6,456 cases of whole cantaloupe with the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella following a test conducted on cantaloupe in a distribution center by the FDA. The company is cooperating with the FDA regarding this recall. and sold in various retail supermarkets.

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Food Safety Tech

JANUARY 20, 2025

In recent years, food recalls have become a concern for the food and beverage (F&B) industry, with regulatory bodies tightening oversight as the number of recall-related incidents continues to rise. FSMA 204 will bring major changes to the F&B industry by enhancing traceability requirements for high-risk foods.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella Thompson infections linked to fresh diced onions from Gills Onions of Oxnard, California. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

While FDA cited the company for issues with its Preventive Controls Plan, FDA also hi on the company for failing to report the non-compliant product into the Reportable Food Registry. What is the Reportable Food Registry? In December of 2022, a feed facility of Nutra Blend, LLC subsidiary of Land O’Lakes.,

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

A commentary in Food Technology Magazine addresses the ongoing issue of various States issuing ingredient bans. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)." Basically, this approach to eliminating chemicals from the food supply goes around having scientific consensus at the national level. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture warns that consumers should discard "Hilltop Meadow Farm" brand '60 Day Aged Pepper Jack Raw Milk Cheese' with sell by dates of 9/21/2023 or earlier. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company.” Testing of this cheese confirmed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

"Following the October 2023 recall of cinnamon apple puree and applesauce products due to elevated lead levels linked to the cinnamon in those products and the concern for lead toxicity in children, the FDA initiated a targeted survey of ground cinnamon products from discount retail stores and analyzed the samples for lead and chromium."

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

JULY 30, 2024

Two New York food companies issued recalls for cinnamon because the products have the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. of Ozone Park, NY is recalling Spice Class brand Ground Cinnamon Advance Food International, Inc. link] Advance Food International Inc. American Spices, LLC. link] American Spices LLC.

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Forward Fooding

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

As Ozempic transforms the way we manage weight and nutrition, the food industry is facing an unprecedented challenge—how to keep up with consumers who are eating differently. Could this be the push the food industry needs to fully embrace functional, low-calorie options that support wellness goals?

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

MARCH 6, 2024

California has a Cannery Program that establishes requirements for California facilities that package both both low acid and acidified foods in sealed containers. link] How is this different than FDA Acidified or Low Acid Canned food regulations? In 2023, CADPH issued a warning for pickled items for a botulism risk.

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Food Quality & Safety

AUGUST 21, 2023

No one entity can protect food safety on its own. In FSMA, FDA clearly stated that the role of industry is to produce safe foods. FDA’s role is oversight in their jurisdiction, to ensure that industry is doing its job. The fact that multiple agencies and inspectors have regulatory oversight over food safety at U.S.

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Food Safety News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Opson Europe, or Opson XII, was coordinated by Europol between December 2022 and April 2023. The focus was alcoholic beverages, olive oil, and origin claims such as Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI). To sign up for a free subscription to Food Safety News, click here.)

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Mid America Pet Food, Mount Pleasant, Texas, is expanding its October 30, 2023, voluntary recall to include additional pet food products, with Best By Dates before 10/31/24, made at its Mount Pleasant facility, due to the products’ potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Do not sell or donate the recalled products.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Mid America Pet Food, Mount Pleasant, Texas, is voluntarily recalling three lots of Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula produced at its Mount Pleasant, Texas production facility because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Do not sell or donate the recalled products.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

AUGUST 25, 2023

The FDA Recalled Products were stored in this facility during a time when there may have been a pest control problem at the facility. The FDA Recalled Products were stored in this facility during a time when there may have been a pest control problem at the facility. The FDA Recalled Products were sold to salvage buyers.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Blue Ridge Beef of Statesville, NC, is recalling their Breeders Choice 2# log dog food Lot# 8/2/24 UPC 8 54298 00193 1 due to Salmonella contamination. On October 27, 2023, the firm was notified by the Food & Drug Administration that the dog food test positive for Salmonella. No illnesses have been reported to date.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2023

has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA, World Variety Produce, Inc. Product Description: Melissa’s Hot Kimchi Company Announcement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - December 26, 2023 - World Variety Produce, Inc. has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA, World Variety Produce, Inc.

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Food Safety News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

— OPINION — By Julie Chapon, Co-founder and CEO of Yuka Food safety regulations remain a critical concern globally, particularly as consumers become increasingly conscious and concerned about the ingredients present in the products they consume. An obvious discrepancy exists between food regulations in the United States and those in Europe.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

JANUARY 10, 2024

Chocolate mango, & Banana Foster snack bars were sold at 20 Whole Foods stores throughout the state of Florida beginning on 9/6/2023 to 12/15/2023. Amazon sells directly to consumers at the national level through the North Carolina distribution center beginning on 11/9/2023 to 12/15/2023.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

AUGUST 30, 2024

M&P Food Production Ltd. The recall was initiated during an FDA inspection where it was discovered that the products containing wheat, milk, and/or sesame were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the specific allergens. Brand Name: M&P Food Productio. Brand Name: M&P Food Productio.

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FMT Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Food-grade lubricants play a vital role in the food manufacturing process by minimizing overheating due to friction and wear, ensuring safe and efficient equipment operation. It’s essential to utilize lubricants that are food-safe to avoid potential food contamination and recalls.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Gaws Gourmet Foods of Marysville, MI, is recalling three varieties of 8” deli subs, and two varieties of breakfast bagel sandwiches because they may contain undeclared sesame. Production of the product has been suspended until FDA and the company are certain that the problem has been corrected.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

AUGUST 25, 2023

Twin City Foods, Inc. Brands include Kroger and Food Lion. link] Twin City Foods, Inc., Brand Name: Food Lion, Kroger and more Product Description: Frozen sweet corn and mixed vegetables Company Announcement August 22, 2023, Twin City Foods, Inc. No other products have been affected. and 5:00 p.m.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The affected lot of Gluten Free Honey Oat Granola was distributed to FL, to a food service distributor, to a food processor in CA, and direct to individual consumers in MI, MN, NJ, and NY. Grandy Organics has informed the FDA of this action. The company is offering a refund or replacement product to all customers involved.

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Food Safety Chat

DECEMBER 29, 2023

FSA Update 1: Refresco Beverages UK Limited recalls several juice drinks because of potential metal contamination in the straws. CFIA Various brands of gorgonzola truffle cheese recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes FSIS/FDA World Variety Produce, Inc.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Consumers would have been able to purchase the chips as early as June 29, 2023. Frito-Lay has informed the FDA of this action. g) 0 28400 09089 6 Must have BOTH Guaranteed Fresh Date Of 26 Sept 2023 Manufacturing Code/ Time Stamp 465218034 X 22:47 - 22:54 Doritos Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips Party Size 14.5

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

2 separate recalls) The recall was initiated after routine sampling by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the products. Rong Shing Trading NY Inc., The product UPC code is 6928580581396. link] Rong Shing Trading NY Inc.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Seneca Foods Corporation is announcing a voluntary recall of mislabeled Hy-Vee Turkey gravy in glass jars that actually contains beef gravy. Consumers who want more information may call Seneca Foods Consumer Affairs at 1-800-872-1110. This product could potentially contain a soy allergen which is not declared on the label.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2023

of Edwardsville, ILL has initiated a voluntary recall on specific batches of private label Holiday Nog purchased in United Dairy Farmers stores between December 4th through December 6th, 2023, that may contain an undeclared egg allergen. Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. of Edwardsville, ILL, and sold at United Dairy Farmers stores.

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