Foodborne Illnesses Increase Post-Pandemic
While the phrase, “hindsight is 20/20” is often portrayed negatively, that 20/20 clarity of the past can provide lessons for the future. One area in
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GMO Safety
I hear so many differing opinions on the use and safety of GMOs in food. What are the facts? The short answer: The facts and
A Return to COVID?
While COVID numbers remain comparably low, there are some indications that we might see an uptick in cases by the end of the summer. This
Quality Slipping? Watch Out for Food Safety Issues!
If your food quality is slipping, food safety issues may not be far behind. Although food safety and quality are distinct characteristics of a food,
Food Safety Hazards Aren’t Always Straightforward
The changing climate has had impacts on the food industry in numerous ways. While the impacts of severe weather on crops are well-known, there are
The Facts about Aspartame
With last week’s release of a publication from the World Health Organization (WHO) assessing the health impacts of the non-sugar sweetener aspartame, news and social
How Safe is Legal Marijuana, Really?
State investigators have uncovered numerous instances of marijuana product adulteration by businesses attempting to manipulate contaminant testing. (Colorado MED) One of the fundamental incentives for
Statistics Show Pandemic “finally over”
While TAG’s recent article discussed the continuing transmission of COVID, particularly from travel during the busy summer season, the U.S. has reached a milestone against
Is “May Contain” a Trigger for Inspections and Audits?
A “May Contain” advisory statement on the label of a food product can be a valuable warning to consumers of the potential of an unintentional,
Health Canada Regulatory Targets Modernization and CFIA Food Waste
With regulatory modernization and food waste reduction being two key priorities of the Government of Canada, Health Canada and CFIA have announced initiatives to address
