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FDA sued over approval of Franken-fish

Coalition says genetically engineered salmon threatens environment

April 1, 2016

A coalition of environmental, consumer, and commercial and recreational fishing organizations today sued the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approving the first-ever genetically engineered (GE) food animal, an Atlantic salmon engineered to grow quickly.

New workplace safety and health regs expected in 2016

January 25, 2016

During his final year in office, President Obama is expected to usher in some major new regulations, including rules regarding worker safety, health and the environment.

Does TPP threaten the safety of the food we eat?

Advocacy group says it will weaken inspections of imports

November 20, 2015

The proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal would “undermine U.S. food safety standards and prevent commonsense food labeling,” according to Food & Water Watch, an advocacy group that promotes food safety and clean water.

Is food inspection system in China good enough for American meat consumers?

October 14, 2015

Reports that a Cargill poultry plant in China has been approved by the federal government to export meat to the U.S. are raising alarms among food safety organizations.

The complexities of food safety training

Tips for planning content & verifying retention

Traci Slowinski

October 1, 2015

Have a strong food safety culture… be FSMA/inspection/audit ready at all times… provide better allergen control… focus on recall prevention… these have all become common mantras in the food and beverage industry.

An apple a day…may be genetically modified

FDA oks non-browning apple

February 20, 2015

A food safety advocacy group is blasting the U.S. Department of Agriculture for approving a genetically engineered apple despite receiving what it says were 73,000 comments against the action.

President Obama on occupational safety and health

OSH regulations Obama could (should?) enact before leaving office

November 7, 2014

Despite his party’s losses in Tuesday’s election, President Obama still has the ability to use his executive authority to enact regulations, and one advocacy group says a silica standard should be among his top priorities.

Food safety: Don’t put your suppliers in a “silo”

Cloud-based systems increase transparency & reduce risks

Brenda Percy

September 3, 2014

The supply chain plays a major part in food safety — the product you receive from your supplier must be of the highest possible quality to ensure customer satisfaction and safety and to help you maintain a positive brand image.

Eating out can make you sick

CDC: Norovirus is leading cause of disease outbreaks from contaminated food

June 4, 2014

Most norovirus outbreaks from contaminated food occur in food service settings, according to a Vital Signs report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Infected food workers are frequently the source of these outbreaks, often by touching ready-to-eat foods served in restaurants with their bare hands.

“Frankenfood” fight playing out on state, city levels

Albuquerque latest city to consider bill to require labeling of genetically engineered foods

April 10, 2014

Concern over the potential health and environmental risks of genetically engineered foods (GMOs) has led to more than 20 states and a number of cities making legislative efforts to require greater transparency so that consumers can make informed food choices.