Gulf Shrimp Season Has Arrived

Just in time for summer grilling and entertaining, the iconic Gulf shrimp season has officially arrived. From grilled to boiled to fried recipes, the Gulf Seafood Marketing Coalition (www.eatgulfseafood.com) predicts that Gulf shrimp fans can expect a plentiful supply this year as a result of extended growth periods. Extending growth periods is a common practice among the five Gulf States to ensure adequate supply.

New Study Identifies Risky Food Safety Practices In Home Kitchens

While most consumers are very aware of food safety issues, including salmonella, and the risk of foodborne illness, many do not follow recommended food safety practices in preparing their own meals at home, according to new research from the University of California, Davis.

AMSA Board Takes Office At AMSA 67th Reciprocal Meat Conference

The American Meat Science Association’s (AMSA) new board members began their terms at the conclusion of the 2014 AMSA 67th Reciprocal Meat Conference (RMC) in Madison, Wisconsin. “I look forward to working with this board in the coming year to create opportunities for our members to collaborate and excel in service to science and society” said AMSA Executive Director, Thomas Powell.

Foster Farms Recalls Chicken, Possible Salmonella Heidelberg Contamination

July 7, 2014 USDA FSIS

Foster Farms, a Livingston, Calif., based establishment, is recalling an undetermined amount of chicken products that may be contaminated with a particular strain of Salmonella Heidelberg, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. FSIS requested Foster Farms conduct this recall because this product is known to be associated with a specific illness.

Abbott-IPCO Set To Celebrate Its 40th Anniversary

July 7, 2014 Abbott-IPCO, Inc.

Dallas based Abbott-IPCO celebrates it's 40th anniversary this year.  Founded as IPCO (International Products Company) by Harry Hollander in 1974, the company acquired Abbott Industries of Irving, Texas in 1981, and formed the company currently known as Abbott-IPCO, Inc. (ABI), a wholesaler, importer and exporter of caladiums and other fine horticultural products.