Microbiological Testing

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I recall sitting in the office one day in the fall of 2018 when I received a call from a reporter who informed me that there had been a further outbreak of Escherichia coli O157:H7 linked to romaine lettuce. After an initial response of “oh, no,” the reporter asked why do we continue to have outbreaks linked to lettuce? 

Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) has announced the opening of their latest, leading-edge analytical testing laboratory for the food and consumables industry in the northeastern region of the United States.

The food industry is undergoing rapid change, much of which is driven by high consumer and retailer expectations when it comes to food freshness, quality, safety and expedience. That’s a tall order for brands to fill while also focusing on innovation and adapting packaging to align with changing retail trends such as e-commerce.

Convenience stores are evolving to offer a wider array of fresh food options and prepared meals than ever before.