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Apr. 29, 2013

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Infographic: Progress in Reducing Foodborne Illness

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently found “a lack of recent progress in reducing foodborne infections” in 2012, while the Center for the Science in the Public Interest found that outbreaks dropped by 40% from 2001 to 2010....More
Apr. 29, 2013

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Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Imported Cucumbers

ATLANTA — An outbreak of salmonella Saintpaul affecting 73 people in 18 states has been tied to imported cucumbers from two Mexican suppliers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....More
Apr. 29, 2013

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April 29, 2013: Progress in Reducing Foodborne Illness

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently found “a lack of recent progress in reducing foodborne infections” in 2012....More
Apr. 19, 2013

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CDC: Foodborne Illnesses Unchanged Since 2006-2008

ATLANTA — The overall rate of foodborne illnesses has not changed since 2006-2008, according to a new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....More
Apr. 15, 2013

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Processor Recalls 468,000 Pounds of Meat Products 1

WASHINGTON — Manda Packing Co.has expanded a recall to include 468,000 lbs. of deli meats due to a risk of Listeria contamination, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service....More
Apr. 15, 2013

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Report: Foodborne Illness Outbreaks Down 40%

WASHINGTON — Reports of foodborne illness outbreaks dropped by 40% from 2001 to 2010, according to a new publication by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a consumer advocacy organization....More
Apr. 1, 2013

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Shrimp Disease Could Affect Availability

BOSTON — A deadly disease ravaging farmed shrimp in China, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand could impact global shrimp availability and prices, according to panelists at an educational session on aquaculture at the International Boston Seafood Show last month....More
Mar. 28, 2013

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A Closer Look at the FDA Antibiotic Retail Meat Report 6

12% of retail chicken sampled contained salmonella, and of those salmonella samples, 74.1% were resistant to one or more antibiotics, according to the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System's Retail Meat Report....More
Mar. 18, 2013

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Checking Food Safety Practices Among Local Growers

Retailers take extra measures to be sure their local grower-suppliers are following best food safety practices....More
Mar. 8, 2013

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Bumble Bee Expands Tuna Recall

SAN DIEGO — Bumble Bee Foods has expanded a recall of its Chunk White Albacore and Chunk Light Tuna because the products don’t meet the company’s standards for seal tightness....More
Feb. 27, 2013

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FDA Issues Warning Letter to Cantaloupe Industry

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — The FDA, working with state and local agencies, has issued a letter to the cantaloupe industry — all along the supply chain from grower to shipper — to reiterate warnings that safety practices must be followed closely as the growing season gets underway....More
Feb. 26, 2013

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Consumers More Interested in Antibiotic-Free Meat 1

Shoppers show interest in antibiotic-free meat products....More
Feb. 25, 2013

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From Food Safety to Storms, Good Crisis Management Starts Before the Crisis

Advance industry preparation for emergencies such as storms and food safety issues can ease challenges when they actually occur....More
Feb. 22, 2013

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FMI: FMSA Exemptions Could Lead to Problems

ARLINGTON, Va. — Exemptions to the proposed Food Safety Modernization Act rule on produce safety at the farm level could create problems for retailers and consumers, according to the Food Marketing Institute....More
Feb. 21, 2013

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Peanut Processors Face Criminal Charges

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Justice released a 76-count indictment Thursday charging former employees of the peanut company linked to a 2009 salmonella outbreak thought to be responsible for nine deaths....More
Feb. 19, 2013

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FDA Extends FSMA Rules Comment Period

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration has extended the comment period by three months for two proposed Food Safety Modernization Act rules....More
Feb. 14, 2013

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Sequestration Could Sideline USDA Food Safety Inspectors

WASHINGTON — The looming sequestration budget cuts include the possibility that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will furlough its food safety inspectors for two weeks, an action industry groups say would “effectively shutter meat, poultry and egg products plants.”...More
Feb. 4, 2013

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Retailers' Food Allergy Protocol

Bakeries emphasize food allergen labels and education to protect at-risk customers....More
Jan. 29, 2013

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CDC: Produce Biggest Culprit in Foodborne Illnesses

ATLANTA — Illnesses linked to produce account for the highest number of foodborne illnesses and hospitalizations, according to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....More
Jan. 29, 2013

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Salmonella Outbreak Leads to Ground Beef Recall

ATLANTA — Two Michigan stores have recalled a total of 1,050 pounds of ground beef after 16 people across five states were infected with salmonella, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....More
Jan. 25, 2013

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Produce Safety Requires Continued Commitment

As consumers increasingly shop the perimeter of grocery stores, many are seeking to increase their consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables. Yet past food safety issues resulting in illnesses and even death have left some produce suppliers — and even entire produce categories — with somewhat of a black eye....More
Jan. 21, 2013

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SN Poll Results: Food Safety Rules

Earlier this month, the Food and Drug Administration on Friday released two long-awaited rules for produce growers and processers related to the Food Safety Modernization Act....More
Jan. 21, 2013

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Food Safety, Government Advocacy, Future Connect on FMI’s Agenda in ’13

ARLINGTON, Va. — Food Marketing Institute here will be focused on the implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act in the year ahead, as well as regulations related to health care reform, according to Leslie G. Sarasin, president and chief executive officer....More
Jan. 16, 2013

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FMI Names Katz Food Safety Director

ARLINGTON, Va. — Food Marketing Institute here on Wednesday said it has appointed Josh Katz as its new director of food safety programs....More
Jan. 14, 2013

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Tax Reform Tops Legislative Agenda

Among a host of legislative and regulatory concerns, retailers are hoping Congress tackles tax reform in 2013....More

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