Food Defense

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As an industry, we are early in addressing food fraud and are in a great position to establish a firm foundation before—or while—laws and standards are being developed.

According to the World Health Organization, food terrorism is a reality. See what regulators are doing around the world to combat this increasing threat.  

Outbreaks of foodborne illness illustrate how easily contaminated foods can have a broad health impact before public health authorities can identify and quarantine the source.

Food fraud originated as a way to extend a food’s primary ingredients for added profit.

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

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

Cases of intentional contamination are infrequent but can result in serious adverse public health consequences and economic impact.  

Food safety and defense transportation programs (possibly integrated) must be developed and implemented  

An essential supplement to quality and safety systems that anchors them in reality is periodic testing to verify the authenticity of food ingredients.  

Building on and extending the existing HACCP system is the most efficient way to provide comprehensive food protection.