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FDA to Narrow Scope of E. coli Investigation by Friday, Sept. 22
According to the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) on Sept. 20, the FDA will narrow down the source of E. coli contamination to a specific growing a... continue reading »
E. coli outbreak leads to nationwide spinach recall
Two California companies have issued voluntary recalls of raw spinach products following an FDA investigation into the nationwide E. coli outbreak.
FDA Advises Consumers to Toss Out Bagged Spinach
The FDA announced Sept. 14 that due to an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7, consumers should dispose of all bagged spinach products and all salad mixes tha... continue reading »
Group Announces New Programs, Logo During Conference
The merger between United Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Association (UFFVA) and the International Fresh-cut Produce Association (IFPA) became official Sep... continue reading »
Lettuce Safety Initiative to Include Inspections in Salinas
The FDA announced Aug. 24 that it would begin inspecting lettuce operations in California’s Salinas Valley. Beginning Monday, Aug. 28, FDA and th... continue reading »
United Fresh Produce Association Announces European Fresh-Cut Conference
The new United Fresh Produce Association – formed by the merger of the International Fresh-cut Produce Association (IFPA) and United Fresh Fruit ... continue reading »
Classic Salads Issues Voluntary Recall of Bagged Salads
Classic Salads, Watsonville, Calif., announced a voluntary recall at 3 p.m. July 27 after Salmonella was found in some of its bagged salads, said sale... continue reading »
Final Rule on Nutrition Labeling Published
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's final rule for voluntary nutrition labeling regulations for the 20 most frequently consumed raw fruits and 20 ... continue reading »
Dole Settles Lawsuit Over Last Year’s E. Coli Outbreak
Salina, Calif.-based Dole Fresh Vegetable announced June 13 that it had reached a settlement with nine consumers who were made sick by contaminated ba... continue reading »
Senate Passes Immigration Reform Bill
On May 25, the U.S. Senate voted 62 to 36 to pass a comprehensive immigration reform bill.
The bill includes enforcement measures... continue reading »
