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Why Listeria Still Finds a Way: What Soft Cheese Producers Should Review After the 2026 Outbreak
Listeria monocytogenes is one of the food industry’s most persistent food safety challenges. It is not the most common foodborne pathogen, but when it reaches ready-to-eat foods, the consequences can be severe, especially for pregnant people, newborns, adults 65 and older, and people with weakened immune systems. Read more...
FSMA 204 Food Traceability: What Food Businesses Need to Know Before the 2028 Enforcement Date
The FSMA section 204 compliance date has been moved from January 20, 2026 to July 20, 2028. What is FSMA 204 and how can you make sure your company is ready before the deadline? Read more...
World Food Safety Day 2026: From Awareness to Action
World Food Safety Day 2026 highlights the importance of food safety testing. We explore sampling, traceability, Compact Dry plates, AI plate reading, and stronger lab workflows. Read more...