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...
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...
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.
Titan Farms achieves SQF quality certification
Titan Farms has achieved SQF Quality certification, further demonstrating the company’s commitment to maintaining rigorous quality controls.
Church Brothers Farms strengthens FSQA leadership
Church Brothers Farms announced two leadership appointments in its Food Safety and Quality Assurance department.
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.
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...
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...
Produce industry headlines: August 27, 2026
Links today include Stater Bros.' new price savings, packaging companies prepare for tariff disruption, crop reports, and more.
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,...
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...
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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