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.
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.
Why is traceability suddenly so important? It depends on who you talk to—public health, business, supply chain, consumers—all are key stakeholders in food traceability.