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Diagnostic assays for on-farm use have different constraints compared with those used in traditional laboratory environment  

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

Whether large- or small-scale, food product recalls tend to leave their mark on the industry and often alter practices for the better. In order to react quickly and responsibly to a voluntary or involuntary recall, all companies must be adequately prepared.  

The produce industry came together to reduce the audit burden that it had enabled by accepting and supporting a wide variety of food safety audit standards.  

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) can refuse admission of articles to U.S. that appear to be in violation of FDA regulations and may automatically place a company on an Import Alert involving Detention without Physical Examination. Read more for how to navigate this process.

FDA is becoming much more inspection-oriented and enforcement-minded, even before FSMA is fully implemented.  

Following a series of simple steps will help restaurants safely serve gluten-free menu offerings as an added value to their guests.

Consumers in the United States demand and expect safe, quality food. Over the last several years, however, consumers have also been weighing in on other factors; they’ve been making their preferences known at the cash register and voting with their grocery lists. See how this fact impacts your company’s bottom line.  

Continuous research and education are important components of Chiquita’s overall food safety program.  

Best practices dictate that a third party assess the competency of the testing lab and its compliance with the relevant standards.