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2025 Week 6 Recall Reasons

Last Week’s Recalls: A Bacterial Pattern Emerges All Class 1 food recalls had one thing in common—bacterial contamination. – 2/8/25 – Alfalfa Sprouts – Listeria monocytogenes Routine testing in Minnesota found Listeria in expired 5oz...

February 12, 2025 Bob Manning bacterial contamination, FDA, listeria monocytogenes, manning resource, prevent recalls, recall advisor, recall management, recall prevention, robert w manning, salmonella, USDA 0 Comments

The Recall Pyramid: Why Operational and Quality Failures Drive Recalls

In the world of food and beverage manufacturing, recalls are the ultimate nightmare. They damage reputations, erode consumer trust, and lead to significant financial losses. But recalls don’t just happen overnight, they are the result of a...

February 5, 2025 Bob Manning foodandbeverage, Operational Failures, Quality Failures, recall advisor, recall management, recall prevention, Recall Pyramid, robert w manning 0 Comments

2025 Week 5 Recall Reasons

Week 5 FDA & USDA Recalls: Key Insights Breakdown of Recalls 🔴 50% Contaminants – Foreign materials and lead contamination. ⚪ 37.5% Allergens – Undeclared milk and sesame in various food products. ⚫ 12.5% Bacteria – Salmonella in animal food...

February 4, 2025 Bob Manning allergens, bacterial contamination, contamination, FDA, foreign materials, FSIS, Pet Food, recall management, recall prevention, robert w manning, salmonella, undeclared ingredients 0 Comments

Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Family Offices: Are You Sitting on a Hidden Liability?

Investing in food and beverage companies offers significant upside but also serious hidden risks. Undetected operational failures, supply chain vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps can quickly turn a promising asset into a financial disaster. The...

January 31, 2025 Bob Manning failure prevention, foodandbeverage, prevent recalls, recall advisor, recall field guide, recall management, Recall Predictor, recall prevention, robert w manning 0 Comments

2025 Week 4 Recall Reasons

Last Week’s Class 1 Recalls: Allergen Risks on the Rise All Class 1 food & beverage recalls last week were caused by undeclared allergens—including soy, sulfites, almonds, milk, egg, and sesame. These preventable mistakes put consumers at...

January 30, 2025 Bob Manning allergens, almonds, egg, failure prevention, FDA, foodandbeverage, FSIS, prevent recalls, recall advisor, recall management, sulfites, USDA 0 Comments

Week 4 Recall Review

Predictive Insights: Stopping Recalls Before They Happen A review of 2024 recall data revealed a common theme—supplier communication gaps. In January, I conducted surveys on supplier transparency and trust, and the results showed clear concerns...

January 29, 2025 Bob Manning allergens, FDA, foodandbeverage, foodmanufacturing, FSIS, manning resource, recall management, recall prevention 0 Comments

2025 Week 3 Recall Reasons

2025 Week 3 – All FDA & USDA Recalls were Due to Allergens. Week 3 saw multiple allergen-related recalls impacting the food and beverage industry: Barbecue Sauces – Undeclared Milk, Soy, Wheat Monkfish Liver – Undeclared Milk Pancake...

January 20, 2025 Bob Manning allergens, failure prevention, FDA, foodmanufacturing, FSIS, manning resource, recall advisor, recall management, recall prevention, robert w manning, USDA 0 Comments

In the Midst of a Recall: Your Guide to Proactive Crisis Management

Recalls are not just about responding, they’re about preparation, strategy, and leadership. My book, In the Midst of a Recall, is designed to empower food and beverage industry professionals with the tools to: Identify risks before they escalate...

January 19, 2025 Bob Manning In the Midst of a Recall, manning resource, prevent recalls, robert w manning 0 Comments

Under-Performing Operations?

Poor efficiency, increasing downtime, and low yields aren’t just operational issues, they are profit killers. For suppliers, manufacturers, private equity firms, venture capital, family offices, and law firms, under-performing operations can...

January 19, 2025 Bob Manning ABCs of Recall Prevention, manning resource, Recall Forensics, Recall Predictor 0 Comments

Recall Prevention Tips for Week 2 of 2025

As we dive into 2025, the food and beverage industry continues to face challenges with recalls that can cost millions, damage reputations, and compromise consumer trust. After analyzing recent recall cases during the second week of the year, it’s...

January 18, 2025 Bob Manning failure prevention, manning resource, recall advisor, recall management, recall prevention, Recall Prevention Tips, robert w manning 0 Comments

Strong Systems Create Stronger Outcomes

When processes are optimized and consistent, they drive efficiency, reduce waste, and improve yields, while delivering high-quality products for your consumers, and protecting your company. A solid foundation helps teams thrive, reduces risks...

January 17, 2025 Bob Manning author, failure prevention, foodandbeverage, foodmanufacturing, manning resource, recall advisor, recall management, recall prevention, robert w manning 0 Comments

Recall Forensics

Recall Forensics: A Proactive Approach to Preventing Recalls What is Recall Forensics? At its foundation, Recall Forensics integrates analytical expertise with scientific methodologies to uncover the true root causes of product recalls. Drawing...

January 16, 2025 Bob Manning 0 Comments