FDA Redoubles Call to Action for Papaya Industry to Keep Consumers Safe from Foodborne Illness

June 26, 2020 FDA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a second letter to papaya growers, harvesters, packers, distributors, exporters, importers and retailers outlining a series of steps that can be taken to prevent recurring outbreaks of Salmonella linked to papayas.

National Fisheries Institute Statement on the Safety of Seafood from the United States

Seafood from America is safe. The World Health Organization, United National Food and Agriculture Organization, and all major national food safety agencies report there is no connection between seafood and COVID-19. Simply stated, people cannot get COVID-19 from eating seafood. ”

LGMA: Process Underway to Further Strengthen Food Safety Requirements for Leafy Greens

Although leafy greens farmers are facing new challenges created by the Coronavirus pandemic, efforts to strengthen required food safety practices are still moving forward with numerous actions taking place this month.

Training by SmartWash Solutions Helps with Food Safety and FSMA Compliance

February 26, 2020 SmartWash Solutions

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) identifies water as one of the largest contributors to foodborne illness outbreaks. SmartWash Solutions®, founded two years before the FSMA became law in 2011, was created to mitigate bacterial cross-contamination in fresh-cut produce wash water environments.

Amazon, Nestle, Walmart and More Share Food Safety Best Practices in GFSI Case Study Booklet

February 21, 2020 Global Food Safety Initiative

The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) is excited to announce its new and improved Case Study Booklet, released just ahead of the 2020 GFSI Conference in Seattle, Washington.