food safety

Survey shows rising consumer concern about food recalls

Ninety-four percent of U.S. adults say they are concerned about the frequency of food recalls, according to a new consumer...

7 days ago 4 minute read

FDA expands Cyclospora outbreak by three states

The total case count associated with this outbreak is now 11,458 illnesses reported from 20 states, with Georgia, Tennessee, and...

2 weeks ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: August 27, 2026

Links today include Stater Bros.' new price savings, packaging companies prepare for tariff disruption, crop reports, and more.

2 weeks ago 2 minute read

FDA continues investigation into Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapenos

The FDA and CDC are investigating illnesses in an outbreak of Salmonella Javiana infections linked to jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa,...

3 weeks ago 3 minute read

FDA continues to investigate Cyclospora outbreak, but added no new states

Since the last update on August 13, state and local health officials have continued to interview additional people sick with...

3 weeks ago 2 minute read

Dairyland Produce recalls jalapenos because of possible health risk

Dairyland Produce, dba Hardie’s Fresh Foods of Houston and Dallas, recalls jalapenos because of potential Salmonella contamination.

3 weeks ago 2 minute read

IFPA research shows how Cyclospora outbreak harmed produce industry 

This summer’s Cyclospora outbreak has done lasting damage to the produce industry based on consumer confidence and lower overall sales.

3 weeks ago 3 minute read

FDA reports all recalled lettuce linked to Cyclospora outbreak is off the market

The total case count associated with this multistate outbreak is now 9,481 illnesses reported from 17 states.

4 weeks ago 2 minute read

Week in Review: An optimistic end to a busy news week 

We had lots of news this week from an avocado suspension and resumption, another outbreak, a retail acquisition, and more...

4 weeks ago 2 minute read

FDA releases ready-to-eat fresh-cut produce guidance

This guidance is aimed at manufacturers and processors of ready-to-eat fresh-cut items such as chopped lettuce, vegetables, and fruit salads.

4 weeks ago 1 minute read

LGMA: California-grown lettuce and leafy greens not linked to Cyclospora outbreak

LGMA created a Cyclospora Fact Sheet on why lettuce and leafy greens from California LGMA members are low risk for...

4 weeks ago 2 minute read

Taylor Fresh Foods recalls products made with jalapeño peppers linked to Salmonella outbreak

Taylor Fresh Foods is recalling finished products containing jalapeños subject to the Coast Citrus Distributors fresh jalapeño recall.

4 weeks ago 2 minute read

FDA investigates Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers

The FDA and CDC are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Javiana infections linked to jalapeños from Sinaloa,...

1 month ago 3 minute read

FDA expands Cyclospora outbreak to 15 states

This includes the addition of 6 states since the last update: Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.

1 month ago 3 minute read

IFPA’s recommendations to CDC urge broader approach to Cyclospora investigations

IFPA recommends enhancements to the government's Cyclospora outbreak investigation process, including consideration of exposure pathways.

1 month ago 4 minute read

Associated Grocers Northeast to launch traceability program

Associated Grocers Northeast has selected the ReposiTrak Traceability Network to launch its traceability program.

1 month ago 5 minute read

Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce expands to 9 states

This outbreak includes illnesses from 9 states: Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and W. Virginia.

1 month ago 2 minute read

Salad Days Produce touts safety of CEA

Salad Days Produce's enclosed greenhouse gives the company greater control over the conditions surrounding the crop, including sanitation.

2 months ago 3 minute read
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