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/
Learn how AWPI’s commercial poultry and produce processing water recycling systems are helping facilities cut costs while producing safer products.