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USDA announces halt to importing of fresh Brazilian beef

Policy is result of higher rejection rates

Casey Laughman

June 23, 2017

The United States Department of Agriculture has announced the suspension of imports of fresh beef from Brazil.

True cost accounting pilot reveals hidden impacts of food, people

This study study calculated the cost of water pollution, pesticide exposure, greenhouse gas emissions and soil erosion for several types of produce.

June 13, 2017

Organic fruit specialist Eosta, The Netherlands, accounting firm EY (formerly Ernst & Young), New York, and other partners revealed the first results of a groundbreaking pilot program that demonstrates how organic fruit production has a positive economic impact on agriculture, the environment and consumer health.

Advocates challenge FDA allowance of toxic chemical in food

June 12, 2017

Public health advocates recently used a little-known legal tool today to challenge a recent FDA move allowing a toxic chemical in food packaging. The groups filed an objection to FDA’s decision to continue to allow perchlorate in dry food packaging.

Chicken tenders recalled due to undeclared allergen

Milk not declared on label

Casey Laughman

June 9, 2017

Portland, Maine-based Advance Pierre Foods has recalled more than 54,000 pounds of chicken products due to undeclared milk.

Soybean sprouts recalled due to possible Listeria

Sprouts distributed to retail stores in three states

Casey Laughman

June 9, 2017

Springfield, Va.-based Happy Sprout is recalling all packages of soybean sprouts due to potential Listeria contamination.

New Glass Walls Video highlights food safety interventions in the meat plants

June 2, 2017

Video offers viewers inside look at food safety practices.

Report highlights role of sustainable seafood certification

The MSC report shows that 94% of fisheries entering the MSC-certified program have made at least one improvement to achieve or maintain certification.

June 1, 2017

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Washington, D.C., published a comprehensive analysis of the impact of sustainable seafood certification in safeguarding marine resources.

Sausage products recalled due to possible contamination

Products may have pieces of metal

Casey Laughman

May 26, 2017

Armour Eckrich meats has announced a recall of more than 90,000 pounds of ready-to-eat sausage products that may be contaminated with pieces of metal.

Hot dogs recalled due to possible metal contamination

Recall includes Nathan’s Famous brand

Casey Laughman

May 22, 2017

Cincinnati-based John Morrell and Co. is recalling more than 210,000 pounds of ready-to-eat hot dogs that may be contaminated with metal.

Smithfield Foods’ sustainability report showcases commitment to producing safe, high-quality food

The report provides extensive information about Smithfield’s leading food safety and quality initiatives and certifications.

May 16, 2017

Smithfield Foods, Inc., Smithfield, Va., published the third installment of its 2016 Sustainability Report, providing in-depth information about its continued commitment to produce safe, high-quality products.

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USDA announces halt to importing of fresh Brazilian beef

True cost accounting pilot reveals hidden impacts of food, people

Advocates challenge FDA allowance of toxic chemical in food

Chicken tenders recalled due to undeclared allergen

Soybean sprouts recalled due to possible Listeria

New Glass Walls Video highlights food safety interventions in the meat plants

Report highlights role of sustainable seafood certification

Sausage products recalled due to possible contamination

Hot dogs recalled due to possible metal contamination

Smithfield Foods’ sustainability report showcases commitment to producing safe, high-quality food

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