Scientists from IBM Research and Mars, Inc. established the Consortium for Sequencing the Food Supply Chain to advance food safety by using genetic data to better understand the supply chain.

Designed to further protect customers against foodborne illnesses, Walmart announced it will implement enhanced poultry safety measures for supplies.

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Professor Chris Elliott’s final report into the integrity and assurance of UK food supply networks was published Thursday.

The need to meet the demands of the food industry, including its current and pending regulations, is driving the demand for new technologies.

Nestle USA committed itself to improving the welfare of animals in its supply chain following an agreement with NGO World Animal Protection, the company said Thursday.

In Europe, ARC says warehouse management systems suppliers are optimistic about growth prospects

Company says new additions will help solve manufacturing and automation challenges.

BRC began to develop the standard following the horsemeat scandal in the UK, when it identified the weak link in the supply chain as the lack of traceability back to source for food products.