Fresh-cut produce can be particularly susceptible to contamination, which can be introduced in the environment where it’s grown, during transport, during manufacturing or at retail.
The FDA's final guidance offers crucial insights to help fresh-cut produce manufacturers comply with the FSMA PCHF rule and minimize contamination risks at every stage—from farm to consumer. Key recommendations safeguard ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables.
The Food Traceability Rule is designed to facilitate faster identification and rapid removal of potentially contaminated food from the market, resulting in fewer foodborne illnesses and deaths.
The FDA is modifying the yogurt standard of identity to allow the use of all safe and suitable sweeteners, and to make the minimum optional fortification of Vitamin D 10% of the Daily Value.