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Publicity concerning PFAS in food packaging has led to litigation alleging contamination in foods, claiming that manufacturers falsely marketed products by failing to disclose the presence of PFAS. Such claims will likely increase due to EPA's requirement for manufacturers and importers to submit reports on their use of PFAS by January 2026.

This article examines food recall trends for 2024, including USDA and FDA guidance expanding the scope of recalls and class action lawsuits filed in response to foodborne illness and recall events. The author discusses what these trends mean for industry, and if they are expected to continue into the future.

This article discusses how to prevent allergen cross-contamination in a foodservice environment, with expert guidance on methods and best practices from food safety experts and business leaders from the retail foodservice sector. 

Despite new regulations, food safety programs, and third-party audits, food recalls are expected to reach a five-year high. Part two of this article series continues exploring the reasons behind this trend, and identifies a list of precursors that, if identified and addressed, could close critical gaps and help prevent recalls.

This article provides a regulatory perspective on some of the technical challenges that growing cannabis markets face, specifically focusing on product standardization, quality control testing, and consumer education and awareness amid a rapidly developing industry.

Food safety is more than just following protocols; it is about identifying and managing the unique risks in your food production or kitchen environment.

This article discusses the challenges facing the food industry with only one year left until the FSMA 204 compliance deadline.

An internal audit is an intensive assessment of all elements making up the food safety management system. It helps determine if the system is effective and is being properly maintained.

Improving food safety practices does not necessarily require a complete overhaul of systems. Sometimes, the solution lies in simplifying the language we use.

This year’s Top Ten Food Safety Innovations list was chosen based on which discoveries and technologies attracted the most attention from Food Safety Magazine readers, including new detection methods for chemical and microbiological contaminants, novel processing technologies, preharvest interventions for microbial risks, and others.