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A petition to declare Salmonella an adulterant in meat and poultry products has been filed. The effects could change the meat and poultry industry forever.

Regulatory activity, technology impact, and consumer-centricity are driving changes in food traceability.

Adulteration of fruit juice is a widespread problem that can be addressed using the Code of Practice developed by the European Fruit Juice Association.

Partners with a Common Purpose initiative seeks to establish equal partnership between industry and regulatory representatives.

High hydrostatic pressure in combination with heat, involving either an acidified or low-acid food that is intended for ambient distribution, must involve the expert services of a processing authority.

What is next for meat and poultry in the wake of this filing and if regulatory changes are forthcoming?

Understanding the applicability of the Food Safety Modernization Act to the dietary supplement industry is another confusing and challenging regulatory issue for an industry still struggling with Current Good Manufacturing Practices.

Given the potentially fatal consequences of an undeclared allergen, relying on food labels to ensure the safety of allergic consumers may not seem sufficiently protective.

The challenge with all of these fresh-cut, RTE products is that they were not getting any processing step required to eliminate the hazards that may exist on the raw materials.

Part 2 of what processors expect to focus on in the year 2020.