Food Safety Magazine

Spring into the April/May '26 issue of #FoodSafetyMagazine! Featuring stories on the importance of middle management, third-party Salmonella testing, allergen cleaning and validation, responsibly produced seafood, and much more! 👉 Get your FREE issue: brnw.ch/21x1j5G

Researchers analyzed how four major food processing classification systems (including the NOVA “ultra-processed” definition) differ in categorizing foods and how those differences may influence nutrition research, public health, and policy. #foodsafety 👉brnw.ch/21x1LUq

Sponges outperformed cotton swabs in lab experiments and real-world sampling in an RTE food production facility. The findings align with recommendations supporting the use of sponge sampling with neutralizers for environmental monitoring. #foodsafety 👉 brnw.ch/21x1JGX

One of the primary roles of the new Office of Seafood will be coordinating across USDA agencies to ensure fishers are integrated into USDA programs. #foodsafety 👉 FULL STORY: brnw.ch/21x1JsE

In 2023, Salmonella Infantis strain REPJFX01 accounted for 97 percent of S. Infantis isolates and 21 percent of all Salmonella recovered from chicken carcasses. This rising trend is closely aligned with an increase in human infections. #foodsafety 👉 brnw.ch/21x1IFy

The third EFSA Science Meets Policy conference will take place September 2–3 in Rome, Italy, focused on helping EU competent authorities and industry members effectively implement new WGS data-sharing requirements for foodborne pathogens. 👉 FULL STORY: brnw.ch/21x1I2c

During its investigation of an ongoing E. coli outbreak involving Raw Farm-brand raw cheddar cheese, FDA detected E. coli in a product sample not matching the current outbreak strain, but instead matching a strain from a different outbreak. #foodsafety 👉brnw.ch/21x1HuO

The updated USDA-FSIS Microbiology Laboratory Guidebook chapter on whole genome sequencing (WGS) of bacterial isolates now includes protocols for using both the Illumina MiSeq and MiSeq i100 sequencing platforms. #foodsafety 👉 FULL STORY: brnw.ch/21x1H9v

The proportion of extensively drug-resistant Shigella isolates rose from 0 percent during 2011–2015 to 8.5 percent in 2023, according to CDC. #foodsafety 👉 FULL STORY: brnw.ch/21x1GC7

In the fight against food insecurity, seafood is an essential source of protein. Explore the intersection of seafood sustainability and safety in this feature story from the April/May issue of Food Safety Magazine: brnw.ch/21x1Flu

In the rush of daily tasks, it’s easy to overlook details. Consistency and transparency are vital. Let’s prioritize accuracy before the audit. Learn More: food-safety.com/articles/11295… #ad #SafetyChainSoftware #GetReady #FoodSafety

Per the new law, Virginia restaurants must place an identifying marker on any food item prepared for delivery or takeout that has been altered or substituted due to a consumer-identified food allergy or sensitivity. #foodsafety 👉 STORY: brnw.ch/21x1EVW

AI is reshaping how food safety teams use data to identify risk, manage compliance, and improve performance. Join this live-streamed session from anywhere. Register now: brnw.ch/21x1EgH Brought to you by: @safetychain

California AB 1603 would prohibit the registration of pesticides containing intentionally added PFAS in the state. #foodsafety 👉 STORY: brnw.ch/21x1Dcl

Large-scale recycled manure use—a circular agriculture approach used to combat soil acidification that reduces crop yield—can lead to the accumulation of cadmium in soil, which is then taken up by rice crops, affecting food safety. #foodsafety 👉 STORY: brnw.ch/21x1Brg

In 2025, FDA sampled domestic and imported honey to detect food fraud. Consistent with previous years, the rate of fraud was low, but still high enough to emphasize the vulnerability of honey to economically motivated adulteration. #foodsafety 👉 STORY: brnw.ch/21x1B88

Beware of Listeria! This resilient pathogen thrives in cold environments, posing serious risks in food safety. Stay vigilant and informed. Learn More: food-safety.com/articles/11313… @thermofisher #ad #StayVigilant #FoodSafety #FoodMicrobiology

In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak to two industry leaders and Food Safety Summit Editorial Advisory Board members about managing food safety programs across large-scale, global operations. #foodsafety 🔊 LISTEN NOW in your favorite podcast player!

Phage W5 significantly inhibited the growth of Salmonella in milk, pork, and eggs, and effectively prevented and eradicated biofilms on food-contact surfaces. It shows promise as a food-grade biocontrol agent. #foodsafety 👉 MORE: brnw.ch/21x1yXx

Accurate, well-organized records are critical to managing food safety programs and meeting FDA expectations. Join seasoned experts to review recordkeeping best practices and discover what inspectors look for during visits. #webinar Register today ➡️brnw.ch/21x1ysR

Although UV-C was generally effective against Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria, pathogen regrowth during refrigeration was significant. The findings suggest UV-C may be a useful post-harvest intervention when combined with other measures. 👉 MORE: brnw.ch/21x1x07