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Wendy’s patrons may have been exposed to hepatitis A; still time for treatment for some

The Arkansas Department of Health is warning of possible hepatitis A exposures after an employee of Wendy’s at 721 North Arkansas, in Russellville tested positive for the virus. Anyone

By News Desk

/ 6 Jan 2022

Wendy’s patrons may have been exposed to hepatitis A; still time for treatment for some

Study finds climate change could worsen microbial contamination of raw milk

Climate change could have a big impact on the microbiological quality of raw milk in Europe, according to a study. While many organisms suffer from the increased temperatures of climate

By News Desk

/ 6 Jan 2022

Study finds climate change could worsen microbial contamination of raw milk

FDA continues investigations into several outbreaks of foodborne illnesses

The patient count continues to rise in an outbreak of infections from Salmonella Javiana. Officials from the Food and Drug Administration report that the outbreak has now sickened at least

By News Desk

/ 6 Jan 2022

FDA continues investigations into several outbreaks of foodborne illnesses

Center for Produce Safety funds 12 new research projects with $3.9 million

The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) has funded 12 new research projects, valued at just more than $3.9 million, to help answer some of the industry’s most urgent

By News Desk

/ 6 Jan 2022

Center for Produce Safety funds 12 new research projects with $3.9 million

Hepatitis A outbreak may have killed one in Pennsylvania; restaurant implicated

State officials are reporting a hepatitis A outbreak among patrons of an unnamed Italian restaurant in Pennsylvania. One death is being investigated as part of the outbreak. The Pennsylvania Department

By News Desk

/ 5 Jan 2022

Hepatitis A outbreak may have killed one in Pennsylvania; restaurant implicated

Consumer Reports issues alert on certain ground beef after finding E. coli O157:H7

UPDATE: On Jan. 6, 2022, the USDA announced the recall of 28,356 pounds of ground beef, including Kroger-branded ground beef sold at Fred Meyer and QFC supermarkets, as well

By News Desk

/ 5 Jan 2022

Consumer Reports issues alert on certain ground beef after finding E. coli O157:H7

Study examines impact of FSMS on compliance with food safety rules

The frequency of official controls should not be reduced solely based on the existence of a certified food safety management system (FSMS), according to a recent report on a study.

By News Desk

/ 5 Jan 2022

Study examines impact of FSMS on compliance with food safety rules

Cost-share program offers help for food safety improvements on South Carolina farms

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) has announced the “On-Farm Improvement Cost Share Program.” Through the USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant funding administered by SCDA, farmers who are

By News Desk

/ 5 Jan 2022

Cost-share program offers help for food safety improvements on South Carolina farms

Scottish report highlights COVID-19 impact on food sector

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on many areas, including fewer samples being taken and a decline in most foodborne pathogens, according to an annual report from Food Standards

By News Desk

/ 4 Jan 2022

Scottish report highlights COVID-19 impact on food sector

Cheese, seafood, dates and cantaloupe subject to enhanced enforcement

The Food and Drug Administration uses import alerts to enforce U.S. food safety regulations for food from foreign countries. The agency updates and modifies the alerts as needed. Recent

By News Desk

/ 4 Jan 2022

Cheese, seafood, dates and cantaloupe subject to enhanced enforcement

FDA sends warnings to companies regarding import and seafood violations

As part of its enforcement activities, the Food and Drug Administration sends warning letters to entities under its jurisdiction. Some letters are not posted for public view until weeks or

By News Desk

/ 3 Jan 2022

FDA sends warnings to companies regarding import and seafood violations

New year begins with recall of combo meats in Canada for Salmonella

Certain combo meats are the year’s first food recall in Canada due to microbial contamination from Salmonella. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has warned the public not to

By News Desk

/ 2 Jan 2022

New year begins with recall of combo meats in Canada for Salmonella

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Wendy’s patrons may have been exposed to hepatitis A; still time for treatment for some

Study finds climate change could worsen microbial contamination of raw milk

FDA continues investigations into several outbreaks of foodborne illnesses

Center for Produce Safety funds 12 new research projects with $3.9 million

Hepatitis A outbreak may have killed one in Pennsylvania; restaurant implicated

Consumer Reports issues alert on certain ground beef after finding E. coli O157:H7

Study examines impact of FSMS on compliance with food safety rules

Scottish report highlights COVID-19 impact on food sector

Cheese, seafood, dates and cantaloupe subject to enhanced enforcement

FDA sends warnings to companies regarding import and seafood violations

New year begins with recall of combo meats in Canada for Salmonella