Next Steps for the FSMA Act: Food Traceability Proposed Rule
Since 2011, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has created a series of rules and regulations to help food growers and producers be more proactive in terms of food safety. These rules were created as part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Rather than waiting until a foodborne pathogen causes widespread illness, the FSMA […]
Is Your Food Defense Plan Inspection-Ready?
At Harvest Food Solutions, we have written before about the importance of a strong Food Defense Plan as part of your business’ overall food security. Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the resumption of routine inspections of businesses of all sizes, in part to assess compliance with their standards regarding Food Defense […]
Artificial Intelligence and the Baking Industry
Leaders in the baking industry are constantly on the lookout for ways to improve operational efficiency while lowering costs and, ideally, reducing carbon emissions and waste. In this way, bakers can produce high-quality products more efficiently, meeting the increasing demands of consumers worldwide. In order to achieve this, some in the industry are looking toward […]
Classifying Allergens and Preventing Cross-Contact
The largest responsibility the perishable food industry has is to safeguard the health of those who purchase their products. This includes a particular responsibility to those with food allergies. The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) includes prevention of allergen cross-contact among specific hazards to consider in assessing a food safety plan for hazard analysis and […]
The Key to a Strong Food Defense Program
All of us in the perishable foods industry are keenly aware of the importance of a strong Food Defense Program as a facet of public health. Keeping food safe keeps communities safe. This means food manufacturers must have a vigorous plan that covers not only mitigation strategies and corrective measures, but also more proactive measures […]
Looking Ahead: The State of the Food Industry Post COVID-19
As much of the world comes together in some semblance of self-isolation, we also look forward to the time when things can begin to get back to “normal”. But what does “normal” look like in the food industry post of COVID-19? And how can the perishable food industry best adapt to these changing times? Maintaining […]
Recall Plans: Should You Have One?
In light of recent global events, proactive businesses are taking a closer look at their daily operations. Things that have held true in the past are no longer guaranteed in the future. Specifically with regards to recalls, it is a mistake to assume that just because your product has never been recalled, that situation might […]
Recommendations for Preparing your Workforce for COVID-19
Workforces are making adjustments to their workplace due to COVID-19. Taking proper precautions can significantly reduce the spread of the virus.
Clean Labels and Your Perishable Foods Business
Recently, there has been a strong movement in the perishable foods industry over “clean labels”. What began as nothing more than a fad has quickly been spreading across all food industries, but most notably in the perishable foods markets. The “clean label” trend – producing foods with easy to recognize and simple ingredient lists – […]
How Consumer Food Trends are Creating Food Safety Challenges in the Perishable Foods Industry
Running a perishable food company can be incredibly stressful. The hours are long, the competition is fierce, and the rules and regulations are always changing. But there is also another outside factor that many do not consider – changing food trends. With the rise of the digital age, information is easier and more accessible than […]