Despite the industry’s best efforts, foodborne illnesses and food recalls are regular occurrences. These instances are not only dangerous to public health, but also disastrous to business operations and brand reputations. 
It is clear no
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FDA ‘pauses’ non-toxigenic E. coli tests for cheese, including raw milk cheese
The Food and Drug Administration has temporarily suspended its cheese testing program for non-toxigenic E. coli, partly in response to complaints from proponents of raw milk and related products. “Recently, cheesemakers have raised concerns suggesting
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From Wariness to Welcome: Engaging New England on Food Safety
(This blog post by Michael R. Taylor, FDA’s Deputy Commissioner for Foods and Veterinary Medicine, was published Dec. 4, 2014, on FDA Voice. It is the first of two posts about state listening sessions
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