Pasteurization Inactivates Highly Infectious Avian Flu in Milk

Microbiological surveillance of milk products can identify pathogens, and milk from cows with mastitis or other disease conditions does not enter the food supply. Finally, heating during the pasteurization process can destroy H5N1 and other, more common bacterial pathogens.

Danone Canada Recalls Specific Silk Refrigerated Beverage Products

July 10, 2024 Danone Canada

Upon learning of confirmed cases of Listeria monocytogenes linked to these Silk refrigerated beverage products, Danone Canada, together with the CFIA, took immediate action to issue a voluntary recall on 15 Silk refrigerated plant-based beverage SKUs. Danone has also preventatively halted all production and shipments coming from this facility, until further notice, to carry out a thorough investigation.

NEW Essential Organic Bake-at-Home Bread Launches Nationwide

July 10, 2024 Essential

Revolutionizing the bakery aisle, Essential serves as a beacon of food craftsmanship combined with modern convenience. Its artisan-made bread is rooted in tradition, and delivers a uniquely fresh, straight-from-the-bakery experience any time. Essential is made without any chemicals or preservatives and features special Fresh Seal™ packaging that locks in the bread’s flavor and freshness for months (instead of days) – so it’s ready whenever you are. Simply bake the pre-cooked loaves for 12-15 minutes, and enjoy the luxury of having warm, fresh-baked, artisan bread at your fingertips. 

Calling All Pickle Lovers: Claussen Pickles and Baked by Melissa Celebrate National Pickle Month with an Exclusive Pickle Cupcake

July 10, 2024 Baked by Melissa

Claussen is teaming up with New York-based bite-size dessert company, Baked by Melissa, to create a first-of-its-kind pickle cupcake. To celebrate National Pickle Month, the dill-ightful dessert will be available for pickle enthusiasts nationwide, while supplies last.

FPAA Announces Educational Sessions at the Upcoming SWIPE 2024

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) announces the highly anticipated educational sessions at the upcoming Southwest International Produce Expo (SWIPE), set to take place November 7-9, 2024, in Tucson, AZ at the JW Marriott Starr Pass. These sessions will dive into critical topics impacting the produce industry today, providing great insights for suppliers, retailers, and foodservice buyers.