CAFOs are believed to have been a potential contamination source in the 2018 outbreak of Escherichia coli O157:H7 that was linked to romaine lettuce grown in the Yuma, AZ, growing region.
The National Consumers League (NCL) published a report last week claiming that Chipotle Mexican Grill’s management style could lead to more food safety issues for the chain of fast-casual restaurants.
Purdue University researchers have come up with a bioluminescence-based assay, coupled with a portable device that works with smartphones and laptops, to perform on-site testing for harmful Escherichia coli in food samples.
The owner of a North Carolina-based seafood company will spend time in prison after being convicted of falsely labeling and selling certain food products.
In light of recent foodborne illness outbreaks involving romaine lettuce, the U.S. produce industry is taking action to prevent future illnesses with efforts underway to address the issue from several aspects.