The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture have announced a joint request for Information (RFI) about food date labeling, which includes the use of terms such as ...

A listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo pasta sold at Kroger and Walmart has killed three people and hospitalized many more. We get food recalls and outbreaks like this relatively often, but ...

The battle against foodborne disease has been waged since the beginning of time. Historical literature provides evidence of how earlier civilizations tried to protect themselves, their families, ...

Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Trader Joe’s Frozen Food Recalled Due to Glass Risk ...

Some might say Taco Bell can't catch a break – much less a rodent. Just months after an e-coli outbreak sickened 71 people in four Eastern states last fall, rats videotaped at a New York City Taco ...

A new report questions how fast consumers learn about food recalls and outbreaks. Consumer Investigator Caresse Jackman explains why some alerts may be easy to miss and how to protect yourself.

The summer season is full of fun with outdoor activities such as swimming, riding bikes and catching fireflies. It is also a time for picnics and cookouts, and safety must be paramount to avoid any ...

Technology and innovation are transforming how the food industry ensures safety. Elizabeth Andoh-Kesson and Franck Pandiani ...

Whether you’re a grill master or a first-time barbecue cook, food safety should always be part of your routine to ensure a healthy and happy Fourth of July. “Recent USDA consumer behavior studies have ...

For decades, it seemed like common sense. You bring home raw chicken from the grocery store, unwrap it, and give it a good rinse under the faucet before cooking. After all, washing produce is standard ...

Your Super Bowl party is coming together beautifully. The snacks are prepped, the drinks are chilling, and guests are excited. But before you start serving, there’s one critical ingredient to success: ...

Several Rapides Parish restaurants, including schools and popular eateries, had critical health violations in recent ...