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Many chemical bactericidal washes and rinses have been tried in the poultry processing industry with varying results; Campylobacter and Salmonella still find their way to finished product.

Used to clean birds with feathers on or feathers off, the Cantrell CBS-60 bird scrubber removes feces and other contaminants from the feathers or skin before processing.

A California federal judge entered a consent decree against Henh Wong Fresh Produce, a tofu and sprout manufacturer and distributor, and its owner, current manager, and former manager after FDA discovered multiple violations of federal food safety laws.

FDA, working with the CDC and state and local officials, is investigating an outbreak of cyclosporiasis in the US that has affected 358 people in 26 states.

USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert due to concerns about illnesses caused by Salmonella that may be associated with pork products.

As the summer gives consumers a perfect opportunity to enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables from a local farm stand, market or even their own garden, FDA has issued a few tips reminding consumers how to stay safe and make sure all produce and fresh-squeezed juice is properly handled.

 The equipment used in processing and packaging was kept in the basement—a hot and humid area.