USDA Announces Priorities for Research and Development in 2026
Priorities include increasing profitability of farmers and ranchers, expanding markets and creating new uses of U.S. agricultural products, protecting American agriculture from invasive species, promoting soil health and improving human health through precision nutrition and food quality.
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Acosta Group Highlights Four Consumer Predictions for 2026
The 2026 predictions, compiled by Acosta Group retail, brand, and foodservice experts and industry thought leaders, underscore the importance of personalization and innovation for success and relevancy.
Revisit QA’s Top 10 Most-Read Articles of 2025
From how climate change is affecting the cheese industry to how policy shifts are reshaping food safety and consumer trust, here’s a look at the most-read articles this year.
Food Industry Shouldering Unprecedented Financial Pressure, New Report Reveals
The latest findings from the Ideagen Food Industry Audit Report show financial risks are dominating the industry’s top 10 concerns, with 64% of businesses citing credit as their top anxiety, closely followed by commodity inflation (63%), liquidity (62%) and currency (53%).
FDA Announces Major Recall After Products Found at Risk of Pest Adulteration
A massive recall was issued for products that could result in serious illness "due to adulteration from pests, including rodents, birds and insects," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on Dec 26.
Canadians Reveal Top Winter Comfort Foods
The Canadian Comfort List, a study of 1,509 Canadians conducted by the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium, asked about a series of comfort, holiday and food associations.
Goya Foods Opens Applications for $20,000 Culinary Arts & Food Science Scholarships
The Goya Culinary Arts Scholarship is offered on a competitive basis to students enrolling in an accredited two-year or four-year institution with plans to pursue an undergraduate degree in culinary arts and/or food science.
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FDA Recalls
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Mountain West Food Group, LLC Recalls Ground Beef Products Due To Possible E. Coli O26 Contamination
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Gold Star Distribution Inc., Issues Recall of Certain FDA-Regulated Products in Three States Including Drugs, Devices, Cosmetics, Human Foods, and Pet Foods
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Consumers Supply Distributing, LLC Recalls Country Vet Biscuits for Dogs Due to Possible Salmonella Health Risk
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Gregory's Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Bag Full of Cookies" White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Frozen Cookie Dough
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Food Safety Culture is Not Just a Buzzword
From all the reported illnesses and recalls, we know there is work to be done to improve food safety culture. However, it can’t be all smoke and mirrors.
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Navigating Food Safety Leadership in Uncertain Times
The reality is that instability and disruption are becoming commonplace. To navigate these challenges, food safety leaders must prioritize innovation, adaptability and resilience.
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The Next Mission: Veterans Apply Military Training to Modern Food Safety Challenges
After years defending their country, military veterans continue their mission by protecting the food on America’s tables.