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While a facility may have a quality control program that inspects packaging or product defects, perhaps the more appropriate question to ask is whether a processor has an all-encompassing QC program that places a priority on not only food quality but also food safety. USDA’s FSIS found several insanitary conditions at the Boar’s Head facility, potentially causing or harboring Lm infestations.1 Situations like this can be avoided with an extensive QC program that includes food safety measures and procedures. This article concerns itself with the food safety aspects of quality control. More can be found on defect control at the FDA’s “Food Defect Levels Handbook,” online.2 In establishing a QC program to ensure food quality and safety, it should include—among other considerations—appropriate building and structure cleanliness/maintenance, employee training, proper equipment cleaning and maintenance, regular testing of product throughout the production cycle, well-documented HACCP and food safety/QC programs, adherence to FDA’s FSMA Preventive Controls and more.

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🔍 Lunch and Learn Webinar: Comparing FDA, FSIS, and GFSI HACCP Requirements 🔍 Join us on July 31, 1-3 PM ET for a webinar comparing FDA, FSIS, and GFSI HACCP requirements. Learn from experts at HACCP Consulting Group and clear your confusion about different standards. 👉 Register Here: https://conta.cc/4cx8ozz #FoodSafety #HACCP #HCG #ExcellenceInFoodSafety #RefrigeratedFoodAssociation Webinar #ProfessionalDevelopment

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Compliance, Competency, & Consistency: The Three C’s of Operations for High Performance in Food Production (Member Guest Blog, Workforge) Peak performance in food production requires a training and development culture that embraces the three C’s: Compliance, Competency, and Consistency. https://lnkd.in/edt9axwg

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As has been seen in a recent, high-profile Listeria outbreak at a major meat processor, failure to properly manage and maintain your physical plant can result in foodborne illness, recalls, and even plant closures. 🏭⚠️ Learn how to manage your facility as a HACCP prerequisite program in the #FoodSafetyMagazine Dec. ‘24/Jan. ’25 Cover story 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wPi1s #foodsafety #foodsafetyandhygiene #foodindustry #foodprocessing #foodmanufacturing

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Spend less time in your email and spreadsheets and more time doing the food safety work you're passionate about! Gain back hours of time each week, eliminate audit anxiety, and manage compliance with customers and suppliers automatically. Learn more about how Document Compliance Network can improve your food safety department and production floor productivity at SupplySide West at booth 1822! #SupplySide #SupplySideWest #FoodSafety #FoodSafetyCulture

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#Freezedried fruit is the ultimate #icecream flavor enhancer. Take a scoop out of the Chaucer recipe playbook and learn how freeze-dried fruit can heighten your ice cream recipes ➡️ https://buff.ly/4cnyepC

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Alcoholic, fermented, and brewed beverages are an increasingly lucrative product category for manufacturers — but they bring with them a unique set of food safety challenges to overcome. What should stakeholders be mindful of? Here are the top 4 issues to manage in your food safety plan. #foodsafety #alcohol #beveragemanufacturing #kombucha #spirits

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🚨🍦 Latest in Food Safety and Health: 🥜 California Company Issues E. coli Warning for Shelled Walnuts - Gibson Farms Inc. recalls organic walnuts linked to an E. coli outbreak, prioritizing consumer safety amid rising health concerns. 🍦 H-E-B Recalls Ice Cream Over Metal Contamination Risks - Texas-based H-E-B supermarket chain recalls Creamy Creations ice cream cups after discovering potential metal contamination, affecting multiple store locations. 🐦 FDA Finds Bird Flu Traces in Retail Milk Samples - A new FDA study reveals bird flu traces in about 20% of grocery store milk samples, though confirming that dairy products continue to be safe for consumption. 🥛 New York State Officials Issue Raw Milk Consumption Warning - Schuyler County health officials advise against consuming raw milk from Sunset View Creamer due to Campylobacter contamination, urging vigilance. #FoodSafety #HealthAlerts #Recall #PublicHealth 🚨🍦

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New Flavor Drop: Cookie Butter (Spiced Cookie) and Affogato! Want to capture indulgent consumer cravings? Consider these flavors to enhance their day with little luxuries. Desserts? Creamers? Coffee Mixes? Protein Powders? How would these flavors play in your portfolio? Why these flavors? https://hubs.li/Q02HFBk60 Want crave-worthy flavors? We are the flavor suppliers you need to inspire innovation and get the right flavors, right now -- email us at [email protected] #flavorinnovation #trendingflavors #productdevelopment #cookiebutter #spicedcookie #affogato #indulgent #InnovatewithImbibe #productlaunch #beverage #ImbibeIngredients #ingredientsupplier #foodscience #ingredientinnovation #flavorsupplier

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Still managing food safety sampling with spreadsheets? It’s time for an upgrade. 🧪📊 Juggling manual schedules, scattered data, and outdated tools for your food safety sampling program isn’t just time-consuming—it’s risky. When your process isn’t streamlined, errors and inefficiencies creep in, making compliance and quality management harder than they need to be. That’s why Hygiena developed the SureTrend® Sampling Plan Module, a powerful solution that transforms the way food safety professionals manage sampling programs: ⚙️ Create customized plans for all sample types, tailored to your needs. 📅 Visualize schedules and track sample status in real-time. 🗃️ Centralize all testing data in one easy-to-access platform. 🔬 Simplify lab coordination and streamline result management. 📊 Generate compliance-ready reports with just a few clicks. Why switch? The SureTrend Sampling Plan Module slashes the time spent on admin tasks while ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance. It’s a smarter way to manage food safety programs, so you can focus on what matters most—producing safe, high-quality products. 💡 Ready to see it in action? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gyCTCQTJ Don’t let outdated tools hold you back—transform your food safety program today. #FoodSafety #QualityManagement #SureTrend #Sampling #SmarterFoodSafety #Innovation

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Flavor Lifecycles, the latest Flavor Flash report from T. Hasegawa USA, highlights the growing popularity of unique fruit and floral flavours for various occasions. Consumers are increasingly seeking these flavours in meals, snacks, desserts, and beverages. Notably, lavender has seen a 254% increase in presence on foodservice menus from 2020 to 2023, showcasing its rising appeal. Lavender, with its vibrant colour and sensory appeal, is particularly popular, transforming meals and drinks into memorable experiences, especially for younger consumers. Read on: https://lnkd.in/gvrnRNhw FORMULA FOODS AUSTRALIA 🌐 formulafoods.com.au ✉️ [email protected] 📞 1300 FFOODS (1300 33 66 37) - #formulafoods #food #foodandbeverage #foodmanufacturing #foodcompany #foodindustry #snack #snacks #dessert #desserts #beverage #beverages #beveragecompany #drinks #drinksindustry #trend #trending #productdevelopment #marketing #infographics #dragonfruit #lavender #yuzu #guava #floral #fruit #flavour #flavours #flavoursupplier #toowoomba #queensland #australia

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Consumers should look at product ingredients such as dyes/colors, sugar replacers, MSG, GMOs, and preservatives when considering food safety. (see article: https://ow.ly/Vk3r50TEafw) #FoodSafety #FarmsCloseBy #DefineLocal #hyperlocal #local #franchise #franchiseopportunity #EndAlz #invest #investment #investor #VC #hydrogen

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At Baldor, mangoes are an obsession! Master the art of mango ripening with insider tips from Matthew Rendine, Director of Merchandising at Baldor. Learn effective storage techniques and natural ripening methods to enhance mango flavor quickly. Read all about it below. #MangoTips #KitchenHacks #BaldorSpecialtyFoods

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Snacks are changing! Consumers seek convenient, satisfying options with a healthy twist. Functional and clean ingredients are hot, but indulgence still has its place. The key? Striking a balance between deliciousness and nutrition. This month's product development guide explores ingredient combinations that win with today's snackers. Learn how to formulate the perfect treat — both tasty and good for you. #Snacking #FoodTrends #ProductDevelopment #HealthyIndulgence #Paid https://ow.ly/CqKP50RhsLX

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