FDA reopens comment period for BSE regulations Emerging scientific evidence suggests the potential for harm. Shane O'Halloran March 5, 2013 Emerging scientific evidence suggests the potential for harm.Read More
TECH FLASH Nanomaterials: Promising technology, potential controversy A lack of transparency surrounds the versatile new technology. Shane O'Halloran February 26, 2013 Some are calling for more information from food companies on nanomaterial use.Read More
TECH FLASH Differing definitions of antimicrobial resistance make improvements difficult Challenges arise from a lack of harmonization for the cut-off point for microbial resistance. Shane O'Halloran February 26, 2013 Integrated programs will help solve the problem of antimicrobial resistance.Read More
TECH FLASH 3A-SSI Sanitary Standards announces FSMA-compliant equipment design criteria The new criteria account for recently released preventative controls rules. Shane O'Halloran February 26, 2013 More effective hygienic design is a major component.Read More
AFFI launches FSMA self-assessment tool Manufacturers can receive readiness scores in 11 categories. Shane O'Halloran February 26, 2013 Manufacturers can receive readiness scores in 11 categories.Read More
IKEA finds horse meat in meatballs Food authorities from the Czech Republic announced the positive test results. Shane O'Halloran February 25, 2013 Food authorities from the Czech Republic announced the positive test results.Read More
Retired UK food inspector bashes inspection protocols The retiree claimed the system gives producers too much influence over inspections. Shane O'Halloran February 22, 2013 The retiree claimed the system gives producers too much influence over inspections.Read More
FSA expands meat testing survey The agency will include more types of processed meat in testing. Shane O'Halloran February 20, 2013 The agency will include more types of processed meat in testing.Read More
FSA makes arrests in ongoing horse meat inquiry Police arrested three and took samples from three facilities. Shane O'Halloran February 15, 2013 Police arrested three and took samples from three facilities.Read More
FDA extends comment period for information collection provision of FSMA rules Industry stakeholders requested the change. Shane O'Halloran February 15, 2013 Industry stakeholders requested the change.Read More