The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released the names of 13 new members and 17 returning members to the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has found that levels of pesticide chemical residents tested for its FY 2019 report were usually below the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's tolerances, and do not pose a concern to public health.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service will be mounting a stronger effort to reduce Salmonella illnesses associated with poultry products.
It can be challenging to maintain good working relationships with federal regulators when things are going well, but how do you leverage your best efforts during an inspection/audit especially when there are issues? Let's address how handling the inspection itself can be your most important asset, along with a fundamental understanding of the science and regulations that are in play.
To improve food safety and reduce the risk of foodborne illness related to meal kits, it is important to evaluate operations with a farm-to-fork lens, ensuring not just the safety of the meal kit itself but also promoting proper handling and preparation by the customer.