Trump administration delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks

FDA delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks

The 30-month pause comes as major food producers, such as Boar’s Head, grapple with E. coli and listeria contamination in their supply chains.

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Trump admin delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks

The 30-month pause comes as major companies have grappled with E. Coli and listeria contamination within their supply chains.

Trump cuts damage global efforts to track diseases, prevent outbreaks

Disease surveillance programs worldwide are suddenly in limbo

Trump administration delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks

The 30-month pause comes as major companies have grappled with E. coli and listeria contamination within their supply chains.

The Role of Barcodes in Food Traceability and Safety

In today’s fast-moving and demanding food industry, food manufacturers are searching for the best ways to ensure product traceability, safety, and compliance with regulations like FSMA 204. Barcode technology is one of the most powerful tools for achieving these goals. Even though barcodes are often associated with checkouts and supermarkets, their functionality is way bigger. The technology enables businesses to track products at every stage of…