Summer cookouts may be winding down, but as the weather cools, family gatherings heat up. From football tailgate parties to Thanksgiving feasts to holiday get-togethers, one thing is always true: food tends to sit out on tables for hours.
The Danger Zone: Keeping Foods Safe at Home and in Business
September 09, 2025 posted in Traceability, Safety, Food Safety
Food Safety in the Spotlight as IFPA Experts Reorganize
August 22, 2025 posted in Food Safety, Produce, Industry News
New Strategic Alignment for International Fresh Produce Association
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) is doubling down on food safety with the announcement of a new strategic alignment.
The IFPA announced the reorganization to “enhance and amplify the association’s goals in the areas of produce safety and food safety regulations.”
Massive Egg Salmonella Recall Highlights Traceability Challenges
July 25, 2025 posted in Traceability, Food Recalls, Food Safety
One of the largest recalls of eggs in U.S. history happened in June as 20 million eggs were pulled from the shelves following reports of a salmonella outbreak that sickened and hospitalized consumers across 7 states.
Top 5 Challenges Facing Independent Food Distributors
July 07, 2025 posted in Traceability, Supply Chain, Food Safety, ERP
How Foodservice ERP Solutions Make a Difference
Independent food distributors are the backbone of America’s food supply chain, connecting growers, manufacturers, and producers with restaurants, retailers, and institutions nationwide. Yet, in today’s volatile environment, these businesses face a unique set of challenges that threaten profitability, compliance, and customer loyalty.
Handle Product Recalls Faster, Smarter and More Transparently
June 18, 2025 posted in Food Recalls, Food Safety, Food Distribution
When a product recall hits your wholesale distribution business, time is your most valuable asset. A delayed or disorganized response can cost thousands – even millions – in lost product, regulatory fines, and damaged brand trust.
From Farm to Fork: Where Food Safety Systems Break Down
April 02, 2025 posted in Traceability, Food Safety, Safety Systems
Consumers in the United States have access to a greater variety of food than at any time in history, but the complex path from farm to fork reveals critical vulnerabilities in our food safety systems.
Food Safety Trends for 2025
March 06, 2025 posted in Safety, Sustainability, Food Safety
2025 is shaping up to be a watershed year in food safety as organizations prepare for new federal traceability rules, respond to high-profile foodborne outbreaks, and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into food safety solutions.
E. Coli and Salmonella Outbreaks in US Linked to Carrots and Cucumbers
January 22, 2025 posted in Food Recalls, Food Safety
The holidays are a time when folks gather with their family and friends to share meals, but at the end of 2024 consumers needed to keep an eye on E. coli and salmonella outbreaks nationwide linked to carrots and cucumbers.
Food Traceability: How Labeling Ensures Safety and Quality Control
January 08, 2025 posted in Traceability, Food Safety
FDA Releases new food labeling regulations on allergens and plant-based alternatives to animal foods