Food Safety for Dairy Processors
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Achieve food safety success

Hygienic equipment design and preventive controls are key elements to complying with the Food Safety Modernization Act
Helen Piotter
August 13, 2018
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Today, all food processing and food transportation companies should be fully aware of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), which was established to protect the U.S. domestic food supply.
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A collaborative effort to help small dairy manufacturers meet safety guidelines

A recently launched Wisconsin food safety program is designed to help small artisan dairy manufacturers meet FSMA guidelines
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John A. Lucey
August 10, 2018
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Manufacturing safe, wholesome products is perhaps the most important aspect of any dairy foods business, especially when it comes to consumer confidence. Therefore, as an industry, we are always looking for ways to improve our products and maintain the most robust food safety protocols possible.
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The importance of environmental swabbing

A robust environmental swabbing program will greatly help dairy processors in ensuring the prime directive: public health.
Steve Decker
June 12, 2018
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The importance of environmental swabbing in dairy operations cannot be overstated. Some reasons are rather obvious, while others may not be so. But the responsibility falls on all food and beverage manufacturing companies to ensure that public safety, health and trust are not compromised in any way.
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Address Listeria testing challenges

Address Listeria testing challenges

New testing options enhance speed and accuracy
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Kathie Canning
April 18, 2018
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 1,600 Americans get listeriosis each year, and about 260 of them die. The infection typically is caused by eating food contaminated with the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes.


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Take a proactive approach to reduce recall risks

By putting the right programs and procedures in place, dairy facilities could help prevent cross-contact and contamination that lead to costly recalls.
Tedd Wittenbrink
March 14, 2018
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In 2017, there were more than 400 food recalls in the United States. Undeclared allergens and/or improper labeling led the charge as the primary source. Pathogenic organisms from Listeria Monocytogenes and Salmonella and foreign materials came in second and third, respectively.


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