Integrating processing and packaging requires the process to be well-specified in terms of design and technical expectations. Global and local standards play an important role and need to be considered for every single piece of equipment purchased.

3-A Sanitary Standards Inc. says that a number of Chinese companies are displaying its trademarked 3-A Symbol without authorization. Dairy processors should verify that equipment meets the 3-A SSI’s sanitary design and fabrication criteria.

The FDA soon will publish the final rules on Preventive Controls for human food and animal food and on Sanitary Food Transportation. These rules are more proactive and processed-oriented than previously required.