USDA takes new steps to fight E. coli October 12, 2011 Designation extends zero tolerance policy for E. coli O157:H7 to six additional serogroups. Read More
Food safety training lab opens in College Park, MD October 12, 2011 The new lab is a joint effort of FDA, USDA, University of Maryland and Waters Corp. Read More
Food defense needs shoring up October 12, 2011 Challenges remain for the food and agriculture sector in responding to potential terrorist attacks and natural disasters. Read More
Many adults unaware of key food safety practices October 12, 2011 Eight in 10 adults who cook hamburgers or poultry burgers do not use a thermometer to determine doneness. Read More
PROCESS EXPO Preview October 1, 2011 Expanded conference sessions help processors do it faster, better, cheaper and safer.Read More
Legacy Systems: Weighing the Costs, Benefits and Risks Olin Thompson October 1, 2011 Most replacement systems will, or at least should, provide marginal benefits over your legacy system.Read More
The State of Food Manufacturing Kevin T. Higgins October 1, 2011 Staff expansions and production efficiencies are bright spots in an industry feeling the effects of economic forces beyond its control.Read More
Food Safety: Ode to the pallet Richard F. Stier October 1, 2011 Keep an eye on one of the least considered plant tools. It could make a huge difference in your food safety plan.Read More
Engineering R&D: GE salmon swim upstream Kevin T. Higgins October 1, 2011 Genetically engineered grains are mainstream, but gene splicing in livestock remains experimental. A Boston area biotechnology firm hopes to change that and end its 18-year quest for commercial approval.Read More
FDA establishes foodborne illness outbreak response network September 15, 2011 The network aims at increased coordination using lessons learned. Read More
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