Food Safety
Plastic, Pens & Rocks in Food? How to Reduce the Risk
Recalls due to the presence of “Potential Foreign Material” are an ongoing issue in the food industry, with one of the most impactful ones
August 16, 2023
Insights
TAG perspectives and recommendations on today’s
top topics in food safety and public health.
Cannabis
What the Latest Cannabis Industry Finance Challenges Tell Us
The lack of clear cannabis regulation/acceptance at the federal level has again reared its ugly head causing further complications for both consumers and dispensaries
August 10, 2023
Public Health>Communicable Disease
Wastewater Surveillance Gaining Ground in Virus Detection
In last week’s article, we discussed indicators that we’re seeing a potential uptick in COVID cases this summer or in the fall. Since the
August 9, 2023
Food Safety
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
August 8, 2023
Simplified
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
August 3, 2023
Public Health>Communicable Disease
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.
August 2, 2023
Food Safety
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
August 1, 2023
FDA Warning Letters
Ready-to-eat Prepared Foods Plant Receives FDA Warning Letter for Multiple Violations
Food facilities are required to renew their FDA registrations on a bi-annual basis. As shown by this facility’s warning letter, failure to do so can elicit a citation or other consequence
July 26, 2023
Public Health
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
July 26, 2023
