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The Rise of Unforeseen Hazards and New Regulatory Strategies

Food Safety Tech

The food industry is facing new challenges in food safety due to the introduction of novel foods and extreme weather events. former Acting FDA Commissioner, Bill Marler, Food Safety Attorney; Barbara Kowalcyk, Executive Director, Center for Foodborne Illness and Panelist of the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the FDA.

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Food Safety During Food Delivery

Food Quality & Safety

consumers used a food delivery service over a one-month period, according to a 2023 report from DoorDash (doordash.com). Smartphones and mobile apps have simplified the process of ordering food and meal kits. In October 2021, FDA convened an e-commerce summit. “It

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Food Safety Challenges and Regulations in Retail and Foodservice

Food Quality & Safety

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. On January 1, 2023, FDA named sesame as the ninth major food allergen recognized in the U.S.

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Food safety standards: Is bridging the international divide possible?

Food Safety News

— 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. While the U.S.

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Why now is the time to prepare for FSMA 204

Food Safety Tech

The F&B industry is no stranger to recalls, but recent trends indicate a steady increase in frequency, with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issuing 313 recalls in 2023, an 8% increase from the previous year.

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Four Produce Importers Issued Warning Letters for FSVP Failures

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Four produce importers were issued Warning Letters from FDA for issues with the FSVP. of Temple City, CA Did not develop an FSVP for any of the foods you import, including each of the following foods: Enoki Mushroom imported from (b)(4); King Oyster Mushroom imported from (b)(4); Enoki Mushroom imported from (b)(4).

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The Effectiveness of U.S. Food Laws Over Private Standards

Food Safety Tech

Food Safety System The U.S. food safety system is multifaceted, involving producers, processors, shippers, retailers, and consumers. The government, particularly through agencies like the FDA, USDA, EPA, and CDC, plays a critical role in establishing and enforcing food safety standards.