“This acquisition puts us in the unique position of providing North American consumers with the most expansive network of freezing and distribution on the continent. Together, our combined strengths will propel us to new heights, quicker and with renewed vigor.”
Ideally, a commitment to food safety begins with management and permeates through the organization at all levels. And today, we have a range of digital tools that can help companies develop and maintain a strong food safety culture, by disseminating information quickly, providing training for a variety of learning styles, and monitoring compliance with both regulatory requirements and organizational standards and practices.
In 2021, family-owned G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers was hit by a ransomware attack. Here, they share how they detected and averted the attack, and share lessons learned as well as new cybersecurity practices they implemented to deter—and help others avoid—a similar disruption.
On October 7, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed California Assembly bill AB 418 into law. The bill bans the use of brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propyl paraben and Red Dye No. 3 as additives in food and drink products sold in the state.
Different segments of the food industry have specific needs, whether it’s unique spoilage tests or specialized predictions based on distinct data. Unfortunately, current services haven’t delivered a trustworthy solution for these needs. Incorporating AI-powered systems and molecular testing can effectively address these needs.
The updates include instructions for annual environmental sampling of Cronobacter and Salmonella at powdered infant formula facilities and instruction for FDA notification should a sample test positive for Cronobacter or Salmonella, or if a sample is found to have nutrients that are above or below required levels per the agency’s infant formula regulation.
Stakeholders have six months to submit comments on the two new chapters—Food Allergen Program and Acidified Foods—that were recently added to FDA Guidance Hazard Analysis and Risk-based Preventive Controls for Human Food.
Misinformation surrounding pest control can lead to costly mistakes, regulatory troubles and even potential health risks. Following are some of the most common myths surrounding pest control as well as the top strategies for exclusion and control.
Successful implementation of IoT technologies requires a strategic approach, ongoing monitoring and continuous improvement. Here’s how to get started.
If signed into law, the bill will prohibit the manufacture, sale, delivery and distribution of foods containing brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben and/or Red Dye No. 3 in the state of California.
