In the ongoing pursuit of food safety and reducing foodborne illnesses related to Salmonella in poultry, a collaborative effort between public and private sectors emerges. Despite industry efforts to minimize Salmonella prevalence in poultry, human illness cases have remained stagnant, urging a deeper comprehension of Salmonella levels causing human disease.
Data plays a pivotal role in this journey, enabling poultry producers to refine Salmonella control tactics within their supply chains while empowering regulatory bodies to craft risk-based policies.
The University of Maryland, in collaboration with the Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences (IAFNS) and Structured Partnerships, has joined a Cooperative Agreement, fostering a space for trusted data sharing. This alliance underscores the shared interest in curbing Salmonella-linked illnesses in humans.
Defining what data needs to be shared and how to do it efficiently forms the basis of this collaboration. It necessitates a transparent structure of data needs, focusing on supporting regulatory policy-making without compromising privacy or competitiveness. Legal counsel’s early involvement in the process becomes pivotal, paving the way for sustainable ideas on data protection and sharing mechanisms.
In essence, collaborative efforts between public and private sectors, driven by data sharing, hold the key to fortifying food safety frameworks, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders involved in the food supply chain. For more information on food safety, reach out to PJRFSI today at [email protected].
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