Between high turnover, labor shortages, and issues stemming from supply chain disruption, food and beverage companies have faced major challenges over the past few years. Chief among them has been the growing volume of product recalls, which threaten supply and the normal flow of business. A report published in early 2023 observed an “enormous increase” in the number of food items recalled in 2022. What’s more, data analyzed over the summer found that recalls from the first quarter of 2023 were at an all-time high.
But while the number of food safety recalls is growing across the industry, some definite trends have emerged about the root causes of recalls — giving the industry insight into how to combat them. Here’s what we’ve noticed throughout 2023 — and how you can respond to these food safety issues in your own operation.
The 4 Most Common Causes of Food Safety Recalls in 2023
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