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What are ‘Frankenchickens’ and why are they washed with chlorine?

2023-11-22T10:25:53-05:00December , 2017|

A minor detail in 2017 trade talks between the US and the UK seems to have grabbed the media's attention. The controversy revolves around safety concerns about chlorine-washed chicken being sold in Britain as part of a potential UK/US trade deal after Brexit. It is expected that the US farming [...]

What do proposed changes to the FDA’s Human Foods Program mean?

2023-11-22T09:35:22-05:00February , 2023|

First off - What is the Human Foods Program? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Human Foods Program is a division of the FDA that is responsible for ensuring the safety and proper labeling of food products for human consumption. This program carries out various activities such as [...]

Buehler’s Fresh Foods

2023-02-08T19:14:53-05:00February , 2023|

Overview:Buehler's Fresh Foods is a regional grocery store chain based in Wooster, Ohio. It was founded in 1929 and has since expanded to operate multiple locations in Ohio and surrounding states. Buehler's Fresh Foods is known for its commitment to quality and its focus [...]

5 ways blockchain technology is used in the food industry

2023-11-22T10:32:25-05:00March , 2023|

Companies in the food industry are using blockchain technology to enhance transparency, traceability, and accountability. Employing a distributed ledger system, businesses can monitor food products at every stage of the supply chain. Blockchain technology provides a way to create a secure, decentralized database that is shared among participants in [...]

Sustainable Practices in the Food Processing Sector

2023-05-18T17:56:50-04:00April , 2023|

The food processing industry is notably implicated in waste generation, accounting for a staggering 250 million tons of waste annually in the United States alone. This waste substantially impacts the environment, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, water contamination, and land degradation. Increasingly, the focus has shifted towards the integration [...]

Exactly what is ‘cashier sweethearting’?

2023-12-11T08:56:40-05:00November , 2023|

Exactly what is 'cashier sweethearting'? Cashier sweethearting schemes are a form of employee theft that occurs in retail environments, including supermarkets. This fraudulent activity involves a cashier giving unauthorized free merchandise or discounts to a customer, who is often a friend, family member, or sometimes even a co-conspirator. Cashier [...]

Navigating U.S. Food Policy: Key Laws, Regulations, and Initiatives

2024-12-13T09:13:12-05:00December , 2024|

The landscape of food policy in the United States is shaped by a combination of federal, state, and local regulations aimed at ensuring food safety, promoting nutrition, and supporting agricultural production. Key federal laws like the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), Farm Bill, and Child Nutrition Reauthorization (CNR) [...]

What is Carrageenan and is it Safe to Eat?

2024-12-10T10:40:42-05:00May , 2024|

Carrageenan is a food additive derived from red seaweed. It has been the subject of controversy due to conflicting research on its safety and potential health effects. While widely used as a thickener and stabilizer in various food products, concerns have been raised about its possible link to inflammation [...]

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