Regulatory

Grasping the impact of FSMA implementation

Most managers face challenges in understanding FSMA basics: clarifying what the law requires, determining what parts of it are relevant to their facility, and knowing the deadlines.

October 6, 2016

Business Drivers: Page 101

Regulatory

Where is food safety technology headed next?

Whole genome sequencing is considered to be the next generation in food safety and food prevention.

October 6, 2016

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Sabra Dipping’s Virginia facility gets LEED-Gold

This is Sabra’s second LEED certification for the Chesterfield, VA facility.

October 6, 2016

Regulatory

FDA updates food facility registration product categories

Information about the categories of food a facility manufactures or distributes helps the agency conduct investigations and surveillance operations in response to food-related emergencies.

September 26, 2016

Regulatory

Online course for Preventive Controls for Human Food rule

Certain food industry personnel at FDA-regulated facilities need to complete the course.

September 14, 2016

Regulatory

Does FSMA still hold promise?

What once elicited buzz now gets shoulder shrugs from OEMs. Can FSMA still generate opportunity?

September 14, 2016

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Call for submissions open for Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards

If you have recently implemented a major sustainability project or program at your facility, join your industry peers and be honored for your work.

September 12, 2016

Pumps/Valves

Improving machine design through hygienic component surfaces

Deviation from hygienic design standards corresponds to decreased motor sanitizability leading to increased contamination risk and the need for additional costly and time-consuming interventions.

September 12, 2016

Regulatory

FDA earmarks $28 million for FSMA produce safety rule

The funding plays a vital role in educating growers.

September 9, 2016

Regulatory

PMMI FSMA update report tracks compliance progress

The report notes that as deadlines quickly approach, more companies are turning to OEMs as a consulting resource.

August 30, 2016

Regulatory

FDA extends certain FSMA compliance dates

The agency also issued a draft guidance to help industry comply with certain requirements in the Preventive Controls for Human Food rule.

August 24, 2016

Regulatory

USDA, FSIS expands resources for small plants

New tool allows users to communicate directly with technical experts from the Small Plant Help Desk.

August 12, 2016

Regulatory

FDA outlines its strategic plan for the next decade

Modernization of FDA’s regulatory framework for preventing foodborne illness is one of the most challenging initiatives in the agency’s history.

July 14, 2016