September marks National Food Safety Education Month, a crucial time for raising awareness about the importance of food safety practices. Initiated by the Partnership for Food Safety Education, this observance […]
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The Upcoming 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The 2025 edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is nearing completion, with the final recommendations set to be published soon. These guidelines are crucial as they shape federal nutrition […]
FDA Confirms the Safety of Pasteurized Milk Products
The FDA has recently completed another series of rigorous tests on pasteurized milk products, reaffirming their safety for consumers. This latest round of testing underscores the effectiveness of pasteurization in […]
FDA Meeting on Chemicals in Food: Implications for Food Safety
The FDA recently convened a meeting to discuss the growing concerns surrounding chemicals in food. This initiative reflects the increasing scrutiny of how certain chemicals, such as food additives and […]
Understanding PFAS in Food Packaging
Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called “forever chemicals,” are persistent environmental pollutants used widely in food packaging for their water and grease-resistant properties. These chemicals are now under increasing […]
BRCGS Update: Important Changes to Unannounced Audits
The British Retail Consortium Global Standards (BRCGS) has recently revised its Food Safety Standard, specifically updating the requirements for unannounced audits under Food Issue 9, effective August 1, 2024. These […]
