Michigan Confirms Two Deaths Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak
On Monday, the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services reported two deaths connected to the state's ongoing Cyclospora outbreak. Michigan's Cyclospora case count has reached 11,234, with 193 reported hospitalizations, according to MDHHS.
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How Indoor Farmers Manage Food Safety Risks
The Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Alliance shares the differences in indoor-grown produce, including salads and leafy greens, amid concerns regarding the number of Cyclospora cases and confusion about the illnesses' potential sources.
Food Allergy Advocate Devin Sailer Named One of America’s Ten Outstanding Young Americans
Sailer is being recognized for founding Safe to Eat, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing allergen-safe food, education and resources to domestic violence shelters, homeless shelters and community organizations throughout rural New York.
FDA, CDC Investigate Salmonella Enteritidis Outbreak Linked to Recalled Midwest Poultry Services Eggs
A total of 98 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 17 states. There have been 26 hospitalizations, and no deaths have been reported.
EFSA Lowers Safe Level for Exposure to TFA
The agency lowered the acceptable daily intake of trifluoroacetic acid — a chemical coming from multiple sources that can form when per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances break down, including from certain active substances in pesticides — to 0.014 milligrams per kilogram of bodyweight per day, down from the previous value of 0.05.
IFPA Names Erik Larsen as Director of Supply Chain
As the International Fresh Produce Association's (IFPA) director of supply chain, Larsen, who has a background in information technology and operations, will lead the charge on IFPA member priorities such as traceability, data sharing and the modernization of industry standards.
McGill University Study Suggests Green LED Light Can Slow Spoilage in Leafy Greens
The research, published in the Journal of Food Science, tested how different lighting conditions affect fresh spinach and lettuce during cold storage, ultimately suggesting that green LEDs reduce deterioration in part by limiting water loss from the leaves, which is closely linked to visible decline in quality.
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Boticelli Foods Recalls Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter Because of Possible Health Risk
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Lidl US Expands Recall of Eridanous Shortbread Cookies Due to Undeclared Wheat, Soy, Milk, Egg and Tree Nut (Coconut) Allergens
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Ukrop's Homestyle Foods Recalls Spaghetti and Chicken Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
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Ukrop's Homestyle Foods Announces a Voluntary Recall Due to Possible Foreign Object
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How 2025’s Policy Shifts Are Reshaping Food Safety, FDA Oversight and Consumer Trust
Stemming primarily from the foci and actions of the new administration, the food industry has seen a sweeping transformation in ideology rivaled in recent years only by the rollout of FSMA.
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