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Increased media coverage of food hazards has raised awareness of these hazards and increased vigilance in food-handling practices in the home.  

Intentional economically motivated adulteration activities and initiatives in food defense are highlighted.  

In general, food producers usually think of risk as the potential for undesirable consequences. But an optimistic attitude towards risk can be beneficial in terms of developing new products or starting new enterprises. What is your risk tolerance?  

How can a food company prepare for whistleblower claims? For starters, food companies should educate their employees on the programs and processes by which the company intends to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act.  

The final schedule for promulgation of Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) required-regulations appears set, but not without an interesting legal battle.  

The announcement by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration last month of proposed regulations intended to strengthen the oversight of foods imported for consumption in the U.S. has generated a great deal of publicity and comment in the media.  

Most players in the food supply chain believe that the safety of their product is a central concern. Regardless of this gradual shift in attitudes, the outcome is positive for the industry as food manufacturers are integrateing corporate risk management into their processes.  

The solution for a successful acquisition is to find the right relationship with a partner that shares a similar vision, particularly on food safety.

The widespread move from global food supply chains to food supply networks presents considerable challenges.

New regulations mark the first time that packaging operations will come under the regulatory microscope in a significant way.