In the news

In the CORE list of outbreaks and adverse events as of November 16, 2022, a new outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium (reference #1113) in a not yet identified food has been added to the table, and traceback has been initiated. There are currently 264 cases. The E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in a not yet identified food (reference #1121), the outbreak has ended.@ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigations-foodborne-illness-outbreaks?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

The Canadian CFIA reported that Jus Loop Inc. (Boisbriand, Quebec) recalled Loop Mission branded Sparkling Strawberry Probiotic Soda from the Canadian marketplace due to suspected spoilage. The product was sold in 355 ml cans. The recalled product was sold in Ontario and Quebec. @ https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/loop-mission-brand-sparkling-strawberry-probiotic-soda-recalled-due-possible-spoilage

The FDA announced the rule’s finalization to more effectively trace contaminated food through the food supply, whether sourced in the U.S. or abroad. The “New era of smart food safety” rule was first announced in September 2020. The rule establishes additional traceability recordkeeping requirements for those that manufacture, process, pack, or hold certain foods, including fresh leafy greens, nut butters, fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, and ready-to-eat deli salads. The new rule will more rapidly and effectively identify the origin and route of travel of certain contaminated foods. As a result, help prevent or mitigate foodborne illness outbreaks, address serious threats of serious adverse health consequences or death, and minimize overly broad advisories or recalls that implicate unaffected food products. The new rule establishes the basis for even greater end-to-end food traceability across the food system. @ https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-advances-new-era-smarter-food-safety-finalizing-foundational-rule-improve-traceability?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery