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Scientists will continue to study the DNA of the specific populations of E. coli
O157:H7 found in the closed feedlot setting and record additional variations. Results
from this and future studies will continue to build information for rapid, more accurate
traceback responses during outbreak investigations.
The study, recently published in GMC Genomics, was funded by the USDA-ARS and
a grant from the Beef Checkoff administered by the Foundation for Meat and Poultry
Research and Education.
Albertsons' " smart " salad bars raise the bar on traceability
Albertsons banner stores are installing " smart " salad bars made by Picadeli US, a
division of Swedish food tech specialist Picadeli.
With its innovative technology and patented hardware, Picadeli prioritizes food
safety, with the design comprised of hygiene first materials, technology-enabled
shielding hoods, automatic hand sanitizer and bowl dispensers, according to the
company.
Picadeli's mounting system for utensils ensures that the grip is never in contact with
food, and that products are not mixed. The digital management system allows for full
traceability of its supply chain and operation, as well as QR-code scanning to ensure
products do not stay out longer than allowed, signaling the need for refilling and AI
re-ordering.
The salad bars have been installed in six Safeway, ACME and Kings stores in
Washington, D.C., Maryland and New Jersey.
" Picadeli has created an innovative, technology-forward solution to address the
strong demand for healthy, affordable foods that can be customized quickly, " said
Jewel Hunt, group vice president of deli foodservice at Albertsons. " Fresh meal
solutions is a category where we are continuing to differentiate our offerings, and by
introducing Picadeli, we are giving our customers a great option for healthy meals at
an affordable price. "
New regulations
for foods on
traceability list
Section 204, a proposed
rule in the Food Safety
Modernization Act, will
require companies to
capture data and store it
for two years. Section 204
applies to those who process,
pack or hold foods on the
food traceability list (FTL),
which includes foods and
ingredients that will need
additional record-keeping.
Companies have until
January 2025 to be
complaint with the rule,
under which, in the event of
a recall, the FDA will require
data within 24 hours.
Section 204 will establish
additional record-keeping
requirements beyond those
already in the FSMA. They
will apply to certain foods,
including dairy, seafood,
ready-to-eat products,
leafy greens, all nut butters,
including peanut and almond
butters, and soft cheeses like
mozzarella, brie, blue and
feta, fresh herbs, peppers,
melons and shell eggs.
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Food safety is front
and center with
Albertson's new
" smart " salad bars.
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