We Think About Risks with Ingredients, But When Was the Last Time We Proactively Thought About Water? In food and beverage manufacturing, we obsess over ingredient sourcing, formulation precision, and supply chain risks—but how often do we...
Missing Information = Major Risks One overlooked label, one missing instruction, that’s all it takes to trigger a Class 1 recall and put consumers at risk. Whether it’s undeclared allergens or missing “Keep Refrigerated” labels that allow...
The ABC’s of Recall Prevention: Allergens, Bacteria, and Contaminants FDA Class 1 Recalls aren’t random—they follow a pattern: – 25% from Undeclared Allergens – Mislabeling or cross-contact can lead to life-threatening reactions. –...
The recent recalls highlight the critical role of GMP compliance, particularly in handwashing and shoe sanitation, to prevent cross-contamination. Proper hygiene practices could mitigate risks associated with bird flu in raw pet food, as...
Week 8 Recall Overview (Feb 16 – Feb 23, 2025) Seven recalls were issued in the food and beverage sector, six by the FDA and one by USDA. Issues ranged from potential Listeria contamination in frozen supplemental shakes to several cases of...
Recent Food & Beverage Recalls: What You Need to Know Food safety remains a top priority for manufacturers, regulators, and consumers alike. In the past week, multiple recalls have been issued due to undeclared allergens, potential foodborne...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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