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Process control in food safety describes engagement with processes, procedures, and practices that help monitor and ensure the safety and quality of food during production and processing.]]> https://www.food-safety.com/rss/314 en-us Australia, New Zealand Consider Mandatory Nutrition Star Ratings on Packaged Foods FSANZ is accepting public comments on the proposed Health Star Rating, which is an interpretive front-of-pack nutrition labeling tool that summarizes a food’s overall nutritional profile using a simple star rating.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11419 Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11419-australia-new-zealand-consider-mandatory-nutrition-star-ratings-on-packaged-foods New USDA Dietary Guidelines with a Focus on Food Packaging This article discusses what the recently released Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025–2030 say about "highly processed foods" and the food packaging concerns associated with such foods. 

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11418 Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11418-new-usda-dietary-guidelines-with-a-focus-on-food-packaging New Mexico Bans ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Food Packaging, Cookware; Sets PFAS Labeling Rules hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) New Mexico has published a final rule enforcing the New Mexico PFAS Protection Act, outlining a staggered prohibition on the sale of products containing intentionally added PFAS, and describing a PFAS warning label for products still containing the chemicals.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11412 Thu, 07 May 2026 09:15:56 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11412-new-mexico-bans-forever-chemicals-in-food-packaging-cookware-sets-pfas-labeling-rules PSB Industries Introduces Oxygen Removal CO2 System The solution is relevant to the food and beverage industry, where ultra-high-purity carbon dioxide is required for carbonation, packaging, and preservation processes.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11401 Tue, 05 May 2026 08:39:27 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11401-psb-industries-introduces-oxygen-removal-co2-system Study Finds Cold Plasma Treatment Reduces Peanut Allergenicity The researchers believe that the approach could be applied to reduce the allergenicity of other foods while maintaining functional properties.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11380 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:57:02 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11380-study-finds-cold-plasma-treatment-reduces-peanut-allergenicity Bill Reintroduced to Overhaul Front-of-Pack Food Labels, Ingredients Lists Among other provisions, the Food Labeling Modernization Act would set conditions for the use of the terms “natural” and “healthy,” expedite the creation of a front-of-pack nutrition labeling system, and improve ingredient list readability.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11374 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:06:52 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11374-bill-reintroduced-to-overhaul-front-of-pack-food-labels-ingredients-lists Higher Temperatures, Fat Content May Increase Chemical Migration from Biodegradable Food Packaging hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) A recent study evaluated the migration of non-intentionally added substances from biodegradable food contact materials (FCMs) under different conditions. The researchers underlined the importance of optimizing polymer blends and processing, and considering chemical analysis in FCM risk assessment.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11363 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11363-higher-temperatures-fat-content-may-increase-chemical-migration-from-biodegradable-food-packaging Study Evaluates Pathogen Reductions on Microgreens Treated with UV-C Although UV-C was effective against Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria monocytogenes under most conditions, pathogen regrowth during refrigerated storage was significant. The findings suggest UV-C may be a useful post-harvest intervention when used in combination with other measures.  

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11319 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11319-study-evaluates-pathogen-reductions-on-microgreens-treated-with-uv-c MicroPure Introduces Manifolds for Culinary Steam Filtration in Food Processing The steam manifolds are delivered fully assembled and include MicroPure filters, housings, condensate traps, lockable isolation valves, and upstream and downstream pressure gauges.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11317 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:02:35 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11317-micropure-introduces-manifolds-for-culinary-steam-filtration-in-food-processing Food Innovation: An Introduction to Precision Fermentation Precision fermentation has the potential to improve food security, promote sustainable food production, and support the food sector as an important driver of economic growth. The biotechnology behind precision fermentation is likely to become progressively visible, and its role in food manufacturing will become increasingly important.  

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11310 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11310-food-innovation-an-introduction-to-precision-fermentation U.S. Codex Office to Hold Public Meeting Ahead of CCFL49 The objective of the virtual public meeting is to provide information and receive public comments on agenda items and draft U.S. positions to be discussed at the upcoming 49th Session of the Codex Committee on Food Labeling (CCFL49).

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11305 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11305-us-codex-office-to-hold-public-meeting-ahead-of-ccfl49 EU Publishes Guidance for Industry on New Packaging Law The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) limits PFAS in food packaging, bans single-use plastics for fruit and vegetables under a certain weight, and sets forth other changes, with compliance deadlines beginning as early as August 2026.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11293 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11293-eu-publishes-guidance-for-industry-on-new-packaging-law California Bill Would Create Certification, Seal for Non-Ultra-Processed Foods Introduced by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, AB 2244 would establish the “California Certified” seal for non-ultra-processed foods (non-UPFs) that can be displayed on the label of qualified food products, similar to the "USDA Organic" seal.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11279 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:15:46 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11279-california-bill-would-create-certification-seal-for-non-ultra-processed-foods Improving the Safety of Hydroponic Crops: Evaluation of Strategies to Mitigate Human Pathogens in Hydroponic Production This article looks at food safety in hydroponic agriculture, including interventions used in hydroponic crop production to control pathogenic contamination.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11278 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11278-improving-the-safety-of-hydroponic-crops-evaluation-of-strategies-to-mitigate-human-pathogens-in-hydroponic-production Macrowave RF Pasteurization Validated for Microbial Reduction in Infant Formula Ingredient Radio Frequency Company’s Macrowave Radio Frequency (RF) pasteurization systems have been fully validated for the treatment of rice flour utilized in infant formula, achieving a greater than 5-log reduction of important pathogens.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11269 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:54:57 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11269-macrowave-rf-pasteurization-validated-for-microbial-reduction-in-infant-formula-ingredient rice flour in bowl next to rice plant_jcomp via freepik.png Macrowave RF machine_Radio Frequency Company.png Türkiye Set to Ban Single-Use Food Contact Materials in Line with EU Regulations Expected to take effect by the end of 2027 after stakeholder consultations, the regulation, modeled after the EU’s Single-Use Plastics directive, would prohibit items like plastic cutlery, plates, and straws. Future phases would enforce further requirements for other articles.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11267 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:52:14 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11267-turkiye-set-to-ban-single-use-food-contact-materials-in-line-with-eu-regulations Mettler Toledo Offers Guide to Preventing Physical Contamination The free resource outlines practical ways to identify risks, select the right inspection technologies, and build a proactive foreign material contamination prevention strategy, focusing on five key areas of food safety management.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11258 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:12:48 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11258-mettler-toledo-offers-guide-to-preventing-physical-contamination FlexXray: Emerging Technologies for Improving Foreign Material Detection In this bonus episode of Food Safety Matters, Kye Luker, Chief Product Officer at FlexXray, discusses the significant challenge of foreign material contamination, and how food processors can improve detection and inspection with advanced technologies and third-party partnerships. 

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11236 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 02:30:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11236-flexxray-emerging-technologies-for-improving-foreign-material-detection LSU Researchers are Developing Farm-to-Packaging Produce Safety Strategies The Achyut Adhikari Research Group is conducting several projects focused on preventive, FSMA-aligned strategies to reduce microbiological risks during pre-harvest and processing of produce, including hydroponic production, manure fertilizer treatment, food-contact surface sanitation, and antimicrobial packaging development.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11234 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:30:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11234-lsu-researchers-are-developing-farm-to-packaging-produce-safety-strategies Key Technology Introduces COMPASS Optical Sorter for Vegetable Processing The system was developed for vegetable processors handling multiple SKUs, mixed products, and frequent production changeovers. COMPASS is ideal for fresh and individually quick frozen (IQF) corn, peas, and green beans.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11232 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:28:04 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11232-key-technology-introduces-compass-optical-sorter-for-vegetable-processing PFAS-Free Food Packaging by August 2026 As the EU moves to meet goals set for climate neutrality and achieve a circular economy, EU Regulation 2025/40 dictates rules and procedures to reduce packaging waste, without causing adverse risk to the consumer. 

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11228 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11228-pfas-free-food-packaging-by-august-2026 Study Shows Drinking Water Quality Significantly Impacts Salmonella Vaccines for Poultry Elevated levels of certain metals and the presence of commonly used disinfectants were found to inactivate Salmonella vaccines administered to poultry via drinking water.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11203 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11203-study-shows-drinking-water-quality-significantly-impacts-salmonella-vaccines-for-poultry Study Identifies Critical Temperature Threshold During Food Processing to Inactivate Norovirus Maximum reductions in norovirus infectivity occurred rapidly once temperatures reached 60 °C (140 °F). The findings could help inform improved thermal processing recommendations for foodborne norovirus.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11201 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11201-study-identifies-critical-temperature-threshold-during-food-processing-to-inactivate-norovirus RFK Jr. Says Federal Ultra-Processed Foods Definition is Coming in April hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) In his remarks on a recent Joe Rogan Experience podcast episode, Secretary Kennedy also suggested FDA is considering a new approach to front-of-pack nutrition labeling.


]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11207 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:59:13 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11207-rfk-jr-says-federal-ultra-processed-foods-definition-is-coming-in-april Monadnock’s Compostable Card Achieves TÜV OK Home Compost Certification Intended as a single-use plastic replacement, the sustainable material is FDA food contact-compliant, moisture-resistant, and temperature-stable.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11205 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11205-monadnocks-compostable-card-achieves-tuv-ok-home-compost-certification USDA-ARS Prototype Prevents Mycotoxin Accumulation During Malting of Barley Incorporating a novel “bio-fumigation” method based on a natural compound produced by mustard plants, the micro-malting machine effectively addresses mycotoxins while preserving quality. USDA is working with industry to scale the prototype for widespread adoption.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11197 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11197-usda-ars-prototype-prevents-mycotoxin-accumulation-during-malting-of-barley Study Shows Nanoplastics Can Increase Salmonella Virulence, Biofilm Formation, Drug Resistance Researchers found that the presence of nanoplastic particles can increase the expression of virulence and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in Salmonella, and can also encourage biofilm formation.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11193 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:59:10 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11193-study-shows-nanoplastics-can-increase-salmonella-virulence-biofilm-formation-drug-resistance Researchers Develop Affordable, Scalable Mushroom-Based Food Packaging Unlike plastic, the mycelium- and cellulose-based material is biodegradable and free of chemicals of concern. It is likely safe for humans and the environment in the long term, as demonstrated by humanity’s history of consuming fungi.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11191 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:51:15 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11191-researchers-develop-affordable-scalable-mushroom-based-food-packaging EU Considers Adoption of Harmonized Precautionary Allergen Labeling Rules hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) Following Codex recommendations for risk-based allergen Precautionary Allergen Labeling (PAL) and thresholds, the European Commission has posted a forthcoming draft act to its public feedback portal on harmonized requirements for the use of voluntary PAL statements.

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11188 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11188-eu-considers-adoption-of-harmonized-precautionary-allergen-labeling-rules Study Shows Filtering Shared Frying Oil Substantially Reduces Allergen Cross-Contamination Risks hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) A new study quantified the allergen cross-contamination that occurs in shared frying oil and evaluated the efficacy of different filters in removing allergen protein residues from oil. 

]]> http://www.food-safety.com/articles/11169 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:30:00 -0500 https://www.food-safety.com/articles/11169-study-shows-filtering-shared-frying-oil-substantially-reduces-allergen-cross-contamination-risks