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During the last 45 years, while Americans have been taught not to trust institutions, the food business has grown into a large, complex system.

One of the greatest difficulties in advancing public support for science-based regulation is the public’s lack of understanding of toxicity.

Regardless of the size of any food manufacturer, there will be a need to source, approve and maintain ingredient suppliers.

Real-world examples of Rapid Response Teams responding to incidents are described.

Food companies must know with whom they and their direct supply partners are dealing. Good business practices require this. Know how to protect your brand and reputation.

Product safety, brand reputation, data security and growth priorities are forefront in food company decision making.

There are numerous reasons why every stakeholder in the global food supply needs to be thinking about traceability and why it’s important to them.  

Employees were more likely to handle food in accordance with safe food practices when their managers and coworkers stressed food safety.  

Are foods produced close to home by small, independent producers really inherently more safe than—or at least as safe as—foods produced by large companies?

The greatest scientists, including those in food safety, are able to understand when new information comes in, assimilate it, contemplate it and change their minds.