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• FDA increases import controls on some seafood and canned foods

  08-03-2025 06:03 via foodsafetynews.com
  The Food and Drug Administration uses import alerts to enforce U.S. food safety regulations for food from foreign countries. The agency updates and modifies the alerts as needed.Recent modifications to FDA’s import alerts, as posted by the agency, are listed below.Click here to go to the FDA page with links to details on specific alerts. See chart below for list of alerts.Click on chart to enlarge. Use link above to go to FDA page with links to specific alerts.(To sign up for a free subscr
  
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• Publisher’s Platform: FDA, CDC where is the transparency?

  15-03-2025 07:20 via foodsafetynews.com
  89 people were sickened, 36 were hospitalized, 7 developed kidney failure and 1 person died in 15 StatesStates impacted: Arizona (2), Colorado (1), Illinois (7), Indiana (8), Kansas (1), Kentucky (1), Missouri (50), Montana (1), North Dakota (2), Nebraska (3), Ohio (8), Pennsylvania (1), South Dakota (1), Tennessee (1), Wisconsin (2). As a father of three beautiful and strong young women, I have become nearly immune to constructive criticism. It is in that vein I call out my friends at the
  
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• Consumers warned not to drink raw milk from New Hampshire dairy because of Listeria

  14-03-2025 23:27 via foodsafetynews.com
  The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services is warning consumers to not drink raw milk from a Fremont farm because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.The department issued the warning March 14. According to the state’s health department consumers should avoid raw, unpasteurized milk from Brookdale Pines Farm with best by dates through March 22.State testing showed one of the dairy’s cows was positive for the pathogen, which can cause serious illnesses and some
  
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• Ignite20 Ventures seeks 20 CPG startups for inaugural fund

  14-03-2025 13:31 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Pre-seed and seed CPG companies have a new opportunity to secure venture funding courtesy of Ignite20 Ventures, a fund and accelerator program designed to educate and support early-stage food and beverage brands.
  
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• The legacy of leadership in food safety: A call to keep moving forward

  14-03-2025 05:07 via foodsafetynews.com
  — OPINION —Sixteen years ago today, on March 14, 2009, President Barack Obama addressed the nation with a clear and urgent message: Food safety is not just an individual responsibility — it is a fundamental duty of the government.“We are a nation built on the strength of individual initiative,” he said on his radio address. “But there are certain things that we can’t do on our own. There are certain things that only a government can do. And one of those
  
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• Senate committee advances Makary to become new head of the FDA

  14-03-2025 05:06 via foodsafetynews.com
  Marty Makary is one step closer to becoming the head of the Food and Drug Administration.On March 13, the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee voted to advance Makary’s nomination to the full Senate. It is likely that he will be approved because he received Democratic support in Thursday’s vote, with Senate committee members voting 14-9 in favor of his nomination. While food safety was mentioned during his nomination hearing, it was not the kind of food safety
  
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• FDA detects new Listeria outbreak; investigations of other outbreaks continue

  14-03-2025 05:05 via foodsafetynews.com
  The Food and Drug Administration is investigating a new outbreak of infections caused by Listeria monocytogenes.There are 28 confirmed patients in the outbreak, as of March 13. The FDA has not reported where the patients live or how old they are. The agency has not identified a specific source of the pathogen. It has initiated sampling, but has not reported what is being sampled.In other outbreak news, the FDA has initiated an inspection related to a Listeria outbreak that has sickened three peo
  
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• 60 sick in Swiss norovirus outbreak

  14-03-2025 05:04 via foodsafetynews.com
  More than 60 people have fallen sick after eating at a kebab shop in a Swiss municipality.The Office for Consumer Protection (AVS) closed the kebab shop in Möhlin in Aargau as a precautionary measure earlier this month because of reports of gastrointestinal illnesses. The agency has since received more than 60 reports of illness.AVS took several samples of food in the establishment and requested leftovers as well as stool samples from infected individuals. Laboratory analyses detected norov
  
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• Norovirus outbreak affects over 80 on Coral Princess as cruise ship cases surge in 2025

  14-03-2025 05:02 via foodsafetynews.com
  A norovirus outbreak sickened more than 80 people aboard Carnival’s Princess Cruises ship Coral Princess during a 16-night voyage that docked in Fort Lauderdale on March 9, 2025, marking the latest in a troubling wave of gastrointestinal illnesses plaguing cruise ships in 2025.
  The outbreak, reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on March 7, affected 69 of the 1,906 passengers and 13 of the 895 crew members, with diarrhea and vomiting as the predominant symptoms.The Cor
  
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• Follow simple food safety practices for a safe St. Patrick’s Day celebration

  14-03-2025 05:01 via foodsafetynews.com
  Planning to have corned beef, cabbage, and potatoes for St. Patrick’s Day? The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has tips to help you make safe choices while preparing your meal. Knowing how to keep food safe will help reduce the risk of foodborne illness.Follow these quick steps to keep food safety in mind:
  Uncooked corned beef in a pouch with pickling juices which has a “sell-by” date, or no date, may be stored five to seven days in the refrigerator (40 F or les
  
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• More than half a million Organic Acai Bowls recalled because of potential plastic contamination

  13-03-2025 23:53 via foodsafetynews.com
  Stiebs LLC, of Madera, CA, is recalling 25,484 cases of Organic Acai Bowls with berries, bananas, granola and dried coconut because of potential contamination with blue pieces of plastic.According to details published online by the Food and Drug Administration, the recall was initiated on Feb. 7, 2025, and is ongoing. The recall is classified as a Class II risk, indicating a low probability of serious health consequences but a potential for temporary or reversible effects.The recalled products w
  
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• Why US shoppers still prioritise treats despite rising food costs

  13-03-2025 19:51 via confectionerynews.com
  
  Discover how US confectionery sales hit $54 billion in 2024, with consumers prioritizing value, seasonal treats, and indulgence despite cost pressures.
  
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• Daily Veggies brand Enoki Mushrooms recalled after testing finds Listeria contamination

  13-03-2025 15:52 via foodsafetynews.com
  New Age International Inc. of Brooklyn, NY, is recalling all lots of its Daily Veggies brand Enoki Mushroom (200g), Product of Korea, because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.Consumers, particularly young children, frail or elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems, run the risk of serious or life-threatening infections if they consume this product. Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe illness, including high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abd
  
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• Oyster crackers distributed by Walmart, Target and Giant Eagle recalled in 24 states because of metal contamination

  13-03-2025 15:33 via foodsafetynews.com
  Shearer’s Foods, LLC, of Massillon, OH, is recalling 15,874 cases of various oyster cracker products because of potential contamination with stainless steel wire fragments.According to details published online by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on Feb. 21, 2025, and is ongoing. The firm voluntarily launched the recall after identifying the presence of foreign material, classified as a Class II risk, indicating a low probability of serious health consequence
  
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• Over 75,000 bottles of International Delight Coffee Creamer recalled because of spoilage and illness complaints

  13-03-2025 15:21 via foodsafetynews.com
  Danone US, LLC of Louisville, CO, is recalling 75,654 bottles of two International Delight Coffee Creamer flavors because of spoilage and associated consumer illness complaints.According to details published online by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on Feb. 21, 2025, and remains ongoing. The firm voluntarily launched the recall after receiving reports of spoilage and illness linked to the products, which have been classified as a Class II risk. This classificatio
  
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• How one protein bar brand is differentiating with savory flavors

  13-03-2025 13:23 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  An ultra marathon and a favorite post-workout treat inspired Claudia Dodge and Schalk Pienaar to launch a protein snack and coffee brand featuring spicy and bold flavors.
  
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• ‘I’m not doing this to be cute,’ Female CPG founders share recipe for success at Expo West

  13-03-2025 13:21 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  A scrappy startup mentality, putting in the time and effort and investing in a vision were the recipe for success for brands like Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream and gluten-free brand Sweet Loren’s, as their founders shared at a panel discussion the week of the Natural Products Expo West conference.
  
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• Spilling the tea trends at Natural Products Expo West

  13-03-2025 13:16 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  RTD and sachet tea brands highlighted fruity and herbal flavor combinations, vibrant packaging and tradition during the Natural Products Expo West show.
  
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• The meeting that shook the industry: RFK Jr vs Big Food sends shares plummeting

  13-03-2025 12:44 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  PepsiCo, Kellogg, General Mills, Smucker’s and Kraft Heinz saw their stock prices tumble as Robert F Kennedy Jr delivered his anticipated ultimatum. Now, these food giants face a stark choice: remove artificial dyes or risk financial and regulatory fallout.
  
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• GRAS no more? Kennedy moves to end self-affirmed food additives

  13-03-2025 05:05 via foodsafetynews.com
  Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took aim at a long-criticized food safety loophole on March 10, directing the Food and Drug Administration to explore rulemaking that would end companies’ ability to “self-affirm” ingredients as safe without oversight.
  The move, part of Kennedy’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) mission promises “radical transparency” for consumers — but faces a steep climb against industry resistan
  
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• More than 6,500 foodborne illness outbreaks reported from 2014-2022

  13-03-2025 05:04 via foodsafetynews.com
  About 800 foodborne illness outbreaks occur in the United States every year, sickening more than 15,000 people, with one of the most frequent causes of contamination coming from animal or environmental sources before arriving at the point of final preparation.Data from a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also shows food service workers as one of the main causes of outbreaks from 2014 through 2022.In a new report, “Contributing Factors of Foodborne Illness Outbreak
  
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• FSA starts work on cell-based meat; consumers skeptical

  13-03-2025 05:03 via foodsafetynews.com
  The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has started work on assessing the safety of lab-grown meat but only a minority of consumers seem to be willing to consume it.A team of scientists and regulatory experts will work on the two-year program with academic bodies, the industry and trade organizations. In 2024, the FSA and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) were awarded £1.6 million ($2.1 million) to launch a program for cell-cultivated products. The aim is to gather scientific evidence about cell-
  
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• EU agency says rising temperatures increase mycotoxin risk

  13-03-2025 05:00 via foodsafetynews.com
  Rising temperatures because of climate change are increasing the risk of human exposure to mycotoxins, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA).A briefing published by the agency looked at health concerns around mycotoxins and how to tackle their spread and prevent contamination. Mycotoxins can contaminate crops, food, and feed.EEA said mycotoxins pose significant health risks. The toxins can disrupt hormones, weaken the immune system, damage the liver and kidneys, increase the ri
  
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• Hot Pot Sauce recalled in California because of undeclared allergens

  12-03-2025 14:20 via foodsafetynews.com
  Liaoning Cheng Da USA Inc. of San Gabriel, CA  is recalling Regular and Spicy Wangzhihe Hot Pot Sauce because it may contain undeclared peanut, soy, sesame and wheat. The recall was initiated after the manufacturer discovered that the products containing peanut, soy, sesame, and wheat were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of peanut, soy, sesame and wheat.People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanut, soy, sesame, and wheat run the risk of serious o
  
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• Powering personalized nutrition: How better data is expanding access

  12-03-2025 14:16 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Personalized nutrition is gaining consumer interest as companies enhance data quality through diagnostics and major players like Kroger expand shopper access to nutrition services.
  
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• State of VC in CPG: ‘Marquee acquisitions’ kick off Q1 2025

  12-03-2025 14:14 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Several major acquisitions in the last six months are providing venture capitalists the liquidity they need to invest in food and beverage brands, following a flat year of private equity deals in the food and beverage space in 2024.
  
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• Why ethics matter now more than ever: Bimbo, PepsiCo & Kellanova lead 2025’s Most Ethical Companies

  12-03-2025 12:52 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  Grupo Bimbo, PepsiCo, Kellanova, JM Smucker, Hershey, Ingredion and ADM are standing out in the food industry by proving that ethics and profitability go hand in hand.
  
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• Foodborne illnesses take a back seat to other issues at Kennedy’s meeting with food leaders

  12-03-2025 05:06 via foodsafetynews.com
  After a meeting with representatives from some of the country’s mega food producers, the Secretary of Health and Human Services said he focused on food safety.However, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reportedly did not bring foodborne pathogens or traceability of foods to the table. The meeting on Monday, March 10, included representatives from Kraft Heinz, General Mills, Tyson Foods, WK Kellogg Co., The J.M. Smucker Company and PepsiCo, along with the Consumer Brands A
  
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• Scientists tackle Listeria in traditional fish product

  12-03-2025 05:03 via foodsafetynews.com
  Scientists have found a way to stop the growth of Listeria in a traditional Norwegian product and have improved detection methods.Rakfisk is made by fermenting trout or char in brine. In recent years, it has been linked to several outbreaks of Listeria monocytogenes, as well as botulism cases.In 2020, two cases of botulism were recorded with the suspected source of infection being homemade rakfisk. Three recent Listeria outbreaks have been reported including one in late 2018 to early 2019 that c
  
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• Another state bans lab-grown meat

  12-03-2025 05:03 via foodsafetynews.com
  South Dakota has a new law that will prohibit the use of public tax dollars for researching or purchasing cultivated meats.Rep. Jana Hunt, R-Dupree, introduced the bill, HB 1118, in South Dakota’s House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. It was signed into law by Gov. Larry Rhoden and goes into effect July 1.“I’m grateful for the unanimous backing from my colleagues in both the House and Senate. As elected officials, it is our duty to serve the people of South Dakota
  
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