The Food Safety Modernization Act’s preventative controls rule went into effect this past fall for large CPG food and beverage companies. Most in the industry understand the new rules are focused on prevention of food safety hazards, but that doesn’t mean everyone is at the same level of comprehension and compliance.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that major foodborne pathogens cause 9 million illnesses each year. The number of foodborne illnesses motivated the FDA to create the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), which Congress passed.
NanoPack aims to develop state-of-the-art antimicrobial packaging solutions for perishable foods based on natural nanomaterials that will prevent food-borne illness outbreaks and reduce food waste.
The European Union (EU) has awarded the international NanoPack consortium €7.7 million to develop a solution for extending food shelf life by using novel antimicrobial surfaces.
Though FDA is providing FSMA education, training and assistance, processors must realize that the FDA's primary goal is to protect the public's health.
In 2017, the food industry will see changes that make it easier for consumers to make more informed food choices.Restaurants and retail food establishments with 20 or more U.S. locations will be required to provide calorie information on menus and menu boards, and nutrition information for 10 additional nutrients at the point of sale.