food safety

IFPA calls on FDA for better food safety communication

IFPA's Max Teplitski wrote, “We ask the FDA to work with us to strengthen both consumer confidence and the produce...

2 days ago 1 minute read

IFPA points to next steps in detection and traceability after outbreak concludes

The International Fresh Produce Association points to the close communication among FDA, CDC, and the industry over the past two...

1 week ago 3 minute read

CDC declares Cyclospora outbreak over as investigation continues

While the outbreak is over, FDA continues the outbreak investigation of Cyclospora infections linked to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.

1 week ago 2 minute read

Titan Farms achieves SQF quality certification

Titan Farms has achieved SQF Quality certification, further demonstrating the company’s commitment to maintaining rigorous quality controls.

2 weeks ago 3 minute read

Church Brothers Farms strengthens FSQA leadership

Church Brothers Farms announced two leadership appointments in its Food Safety and Quality Assurance department.

2 weeks ago 3 minute read

A major acquisition expands fresh-cut produce capabilities in Florida

What Chefs Want is expanding its foodservice reach in Florida by acquiring fresh-cut processor Quality Cut Produce.

2 weeks ago 3 minute read

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...

3 weeks 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...

4 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.

4 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,...

1 month 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...

1 month 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.

1 month 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.

1 month 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.

1 month 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...

1 month 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.

1 month 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...

1 month 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.

1 month ago 2 minute read

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