Casey Laughman

Food Safety

Wayne Farms recalls chicken products

Products are potentially contaminated with metal pieces

September 6, 2018

Decatur, Ala.-based Wayne Farms, LLC has recalled almost 439,000 pounds of frozen, fully cooked chicken products that may be contaminated with metal pieces.

Food Safety

Hostess recalls brownies due to missing information on packaging

"Contains" statement does not list egg as an allergen

Casey Laughman

August 14, 2018

Hostess Brands, LLC has recalled packages of its Cookies 'n Crème Brownies that do not list egg as an allergen in the "Contains" statement.

Recalls

Ginger treats recalled due to undeclared sulfites

Ginger slice packages were distributed nationwide

Casey Laughman

August 13, 2018

Country Favor Inc. has announced it is recalling its 7-ounce packages of “Best Taste Brand Snack Ginger Sliced” food treats because they contain undeclared sulfites.

Regulatory Watch

AMS clarifies honey packer obligations

Previous rule was deemed ambiguous

Casey Laughman

August 10, 2018

The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has clari?ed its ?nal rule governing inspection and certi?cation of processed fruits, vegetables, and miscellaneous products regarding Country of Origin Labeling of Packed Honey.

Food Safety

FDA, CDC investigating cyclosporiasis outbreak

Outbreak believed to be linked to McDonald's salads

Casey Laughman

July 30, 2018

The FDA, CDC and state and local officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of cyclosporiasis believed to be caused by salads from McDonald's.

Food Safety

Whey powder recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination

Whey powder distributed nationwide to manufacturers

Casey Laughman

July 30, 2018

Associated Milk Producers Inc. has announced a recall of dry whey powder due to the potential for Salmonella contamination.

Recalls

Ritz products recalled due to possible Salmonella

Products contain whey powder recalled due to potential Salmonella

Casey Laughman

July 23, 2018

Mondelēz Global LLC has announced a nationwide recall of Ritz Cracker Sandwiches and Ritz Bits products due to the potential presence of Salmonella.

Food Safety

Utz potato chips recalled due to undeclared soy

Barbeque chips were distributed to retail outlets in several states

Casey Laughman

July 16, 2018

Utz Quality Foods, LLC, has voluntarily recalled select expiration dates of Utz Carolina Style Barbeque Potato Chips due to undeclared soy.

Regulatory Watch

USDA, FDA announce effort to streamline produce safety requirements

Alignment is intended to make it easier for farmers to assess their food safety practices

Casey Laughman

July 2, 2018

The USDA and FDA have announced that they will be aligning the Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices Audit Program (USDA H-GAP) with the requirements of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule.