Regulatory

Dairy Cows Infect Person With Avian Flu

After recent reports of cows infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza, a person in contact with those cattle in Texas has now tested positive.

April 3, 2024

Food Safety: Page 9

Regulatory

Why Chick-fil-A Is Abandoning Its ‘No Antibiotics Ever’ Promise

The fast-food chicken powerhouse announced it’s shifting to a different antibiotics approach. Experts explain why it has become critical to reevaluate the original stance.

April 2, 2024

Regulatory

Egg Producer Cal-Maine Foods Temporarily Shuts Down Texas Facility Due to Avian Influenza

An outbreak at the facility has led to a depopulation of 1.6 million hens and 337,000 pullets, which is 3.6% of the company's total flock.

April 2, 2024

Food Safety

Dairy Cows Found Infected With Avian Flu

Cattle in Texas and Kansas have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza. Milk supply remains safe and in good supply, according to the USDA.

March 27, 2024

Sustainability

Why You Should Be Eating Insects

At Anuga FoodTec, entomology and food science experts discuss the benefits and risks of embracing insects as an alternative protein source as the world faces increasing food security issues.

March 21, 2024

Regulatory

Nearly 10 Tons of Kroger Chicken Salad Bowls Recalled Due to an Undeclared Allergen

The ready-to-eat products sold at Kroger stores in 12 states may contain wheat, a known allergen, that was not declared on the label.

March 15, 2024

Regulatory

Possible Listeria Contamination Prompts Recall of Breakfast Burritos

Jen's Breakfast Burritos is recalling about 144 lb of product after USDA testing indicated possible listeria in the ready-to-eat food.

March 11, 2024

Food Safety

FDA Warns Cinnamon Companies: Implement Safety Controls

It’s not just applesauce pouches affected by high lead levels in cinnamon. FDA recommends voluntary recalls to several other cinnamon distributors.

March 8, 2024

Processing Equipment

IO Link Sensor

Rechner

Rechner KA1590 Sensor leverages IO Link technology to offer precise product detection, easy setup, and robust construction for demanding sanitary applications.

March 6, 2024

Regulatory

Trader Joe's Chicken Soup Dumplings Recalled for Possible Plastic Contamination

More than 30 tons of the product is being recalled after consumer complaints about plastic in the dumplings, possibly from a permanent marker pen.

March 4, 2024

Inspection

Mettler-Toledo to Showcase Product Inspection Systems at PACK EXPO East

Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection

Visit Booth 1502 at PACK EXPO East, where Mettler-Toledo will exhibit the X12 X-ray system, C35 AdvancedLine checkweigher/vision system, M31R metal detector, and ProdX software.

March 4, 2024

Regulatory

FDA Ends Sales of Food Packaging Containing PFAS

A voluntary phaseout of PFAS chemicals in U.S. food contact packaging has been fulfilled, eliminating a significant source of dietary exposure to the substances for consumers.

March 4, 2024

Regulatory

Nearly 47 Tons of Meat Recalled Due to Possible Non-Food Grade Substance Contamination

MF Meats is recalling its beef and pork after customer complaints about a chemical taste in the items.

March 1, 2024