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McMaster University test patch

Transparent test patch signals contamination as it happens

The new technology has the potential to replace the traditional “best before” date on food and drinks.
April 30, 2018
Researchers from McMaster University, Canada, developed a test to bring certainty to whether meat and other foods are safe to eat or need to be thrown out.
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salad recall
Recall

Listeria risk leads to Greenbelt Microgreen recall

No illness have been reported, but a sampling program by Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) revealed that the Broccoli Microgreen contained the bacteria.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
April 29, 2018
Greenbelt Greenhouse LTD of British Columbia, Canada is recalling all Greenbelt Microgreen products because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
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Saftea® Ice Tea Urn Liners by Plascon

Saftea® Ice Tea Urn Liners by Plascon at Food Safety Summit

Stop by the Saftea® Ice Tea Urn Liners booth #205 at the entrance of the exhibit hall, and request your free 7 day trial of liners, and see the results for yourself.
April 23, 2018
Mold and bacteria can build up inside the iced tea urns, and using the Saftea® Liner is the only effective way available to combat the bacteria meanwhile providing safe and clean iced tea for your customers.
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Romaine Lettuce
Recall

CDC warns against all romaine lettuce due to E. coli

Multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections leads to 31 people being hospitalized.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
April 22, 2018
The expanded warning is based on information from newly reported illnesses in Alaska and it now includes whole heads and hearts of romaine lettuce, in addition to chopped romaine and salads and salad mixes containing romaine.
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Take a proactive approach to reduce recall risks

By putting the right programs and procedures in place, dairy facilities could help prevent cross-contact and contamination that lead to costly recalls.
Tedd Wittenbrink
March 14, 2018

In 2017, there were more than 400 food recalls in the United States. Undeclared allergens and/or improper labeling led the charge as the primary source. Pathogenic organisms from Listeria Monocytogenes and Salmonella and foreign materials came in second and third, respectively.


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