Foodborne pathogens will contribute to rising costs in produce processing and commercial poultry production

As if there weren’t enough economic issues for food processing professionals to worry about with rising water and energy costs, foodborne pathogens are receiving unprecedented public attention. Industry players are acting quickly–and admirably–to prevent future problems, but the changes required to ensure public safety will almost certainly create new cost issues. Here are some of the latest stories:

FSIS expands meat, poultry product recall
http://www.meatpoultry.com/en/News/News%20Home/Food%20Safety/2010/11/FSIS%20expands%20meat%20poultry%20product%20recall.aspx

Salmonella Fears Prompt More Cilantro Recalls
http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2010/11/orval-kent-recalls-products-with-cilantro/

Public Health Alert issued for meat, poultry products
http://www.meatpoultry.com/News/News%20Home/Food%20Safety/2010/11/Public%20Health%20Alert%20issued%20for%20meat%20poultry%20products.aspx

Salmonella Warning Issued for Red Leaf Lettuce
http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2010/11/salmonella-warning-issued-for-red-leaf-lettuce/

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