FSIS to finalize HACCP guidelines The new rules stress the importance of revalidation. Shane O'Halloran May 29, 2013 The new rules stress the importance of revalidation.Read More
FDA issues final rule on Information Required in Prior Notice of Imported Food Countries that have previously turned away a product must now be named. Shane O'Halloran May 29, 2013 Countries that have previously turned away a product must now be named.Read More
TECH FLASH Vision inspection sees what humans may miss Increased packaging line speeds have made it more difficult for human inspectors to reliably remove nonconforming items. May 28, 2013 Vision systems can inspect products accurately at very high speeds, making them an important component of many producers’ food safety plans.Read More
TECH FLASH FSIS announces verification of product formulation and labeling for most common food allergens Undeclared allergens are the result of a failure in hazard analysis. May 28, 2013 Ingredient suppliers and formulation changes led to most undeclared allergen recalls.Read More
TECH FLASH FDA’s third annual Reportable Food Registry report shows increase in food contamination incidents Fresh produce and undeclared allergen reports increased most. Shane O'Halloran May 28, 2013 In three cases, submissions made to the RFR alerted FDA early to potential public health issues before potentially harmful products reached the marketplace.Read More
American Meat Institute points out progress on RTE meat and poultry safety More improvements are expected going forward. Shane O'Halloran May 23, 2013 More improvements are expected going forward.Read More
FDA seeks preliminary injunction against NY fish manufacturer Inspections have repeatedly shown contamination and insanitary conditions. Shane O'Halloran May 20, 2013 Inspections have repeatedly shown contamination and insanitary conditions.Read More
European Food Safety Authority calls for renewing panel membership Scientific professionals are invited to apply for two panels. Shane O'Halloran May 20, 2013 Scientific professionals are invited to apply for two panels.Read More
FDA warns against drinking products from repeat offender Juices Incorporated The company was first told to halt production in 2011. Shane O'Halloran May 13, 2013 The company was first told to halt production in 2011.Read More
Report suggests direct relationship between antibiotic treatment and resistance in turkey A small-scale Consumer Reports study found treated product was more resistant to antibiotics. Shane O'Halloran April 30, 2013 A small-scale Consumer Reports study found treated product was more resistant to antibiotics.Read More