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Modern food distribution relies on sophisticated software that manages everything from real-time inventory and enhanced traceability to optimized route planning, logistics, and cloud-based solutions for seamless operations.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a request for information on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAAS) in seafood in November 2024 in the wake of testing and studies that are finding a risk of these “forever chemicals” in high seafood diets.

The holidays are a time when folks gather with their family and friends to share meals, but at the end of 2024 consumers needed to keep an eye on E. coli and salmonella outbreaks nationwide linked to carrots and cucumbers.

FDA Releases new food labeling regulations on allergens and plant-based alternatives to animal foods

It’s Christmas time and a good time to look at Food Trends for 2025 with a nice list that might include protein, tea and food traceability, and a naughty list that could include sugar, salt and food additives.  

In the United States, a paradox exists: while millions of Americans struggle with food insecurity, an enormous amount of food goes to waste every day. This disconnect between abundance and scarcity highlights a critical issue in our food system that demands immediate attention and action.

The horrific headlines say it all as the latest E. coli outbreak in the United States is leading to heartache and a rush for some major chains to pull onions from their menus.

What does it take to deliver fresh, high-quality seafood to your plate? The answer lies in robust quality control measures. For seafood processors and distributors, maintaining exceptional standards is not just a regulatory obligation—it’s a commitment to consumer safety and satisfaction. With the increasing demand for fresh, sustainably sourced seafood, ensuring consistent quality has become a competitive advantage and a necessity in the industry.

The threat of food and beverage shortages was averted earlier this month when a strike at 14 ports along the East and Gulf Coasts was tentatively settled after three days.

The strike by some 25,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) working at ports from Boston to Houston, was the first such work stoppage in this major supply chain hub since 1977.

While most of America took at least a little time off this summer, there is no vacation break for governmental agencies such as the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and their roles as watchdogs for the consumer.