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New Food Traceability Final Rule to Improve Food Safety, Expedite Recalls and Protect Public Health

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The Final Rule requires companies that physically handle certain foods across the supply chain to keep additional records, which can assist in tracebacks during an investigation or recall. The FDA set a compliance deadline of January 20, 2026.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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With the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) taking effect in 2026, what industry needs to know in 2025: The first step is to standardize your data. You need structured and standardized data to effectively trace a product from start to finish in the food supply chain.

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How to Leverage Food Specifications to Mitigate FSMA 204 Risks

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The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) has reshaped the food industry landscape, and complying with Section 204 (the final Food Traceability Rule) can present a particularly significant challenge.

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Restaurants must prepare NOW for FDA's supply chain traceability mandate

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Mike Schwartz, SVP of Member Value for IFMA, breaks down the FSMA 204, which requires that by January 2026, companies involved in the food supply chain must maintain detailed records of food traceability to improve food safety and expedite the response to foodborne illness outbreaks.

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Why now is the time to prepare for FSMA 204

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Consumers are taking notice of these continuous food recalls as a new Gallup poll revealed that Americans perspective of the grocery industry has turned negative due to inflation and food safety concerns. A few solutions suppliers can consider include advanced technologies like supply chain control towers and blockchain.

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FDA Highlights Steps Taken to Ensure Safety of Cinnamon Products

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Today’s actions serve as a signal to industry that more needs to be done to prevent elevated levels of contaminants from entering our food supply,” said Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods Jim Jones.

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Are You Ready? Preparing for FSMA 204

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getting sick each year from foodborne illness, the FDA is continuing to transform the nation’s food safety system with more stringent rules and regulations. It will be enforced beginning January 20, 2026, with routine inspections anticipated to start in 2027, meaning businesses must prepare now to comply with the new requirements.

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