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A Conundrum
Multi-Agency Jurisdiction and Rules Under FSMA: Food companies covered under multiple jurisdictions may need to adhere to different and conflicting rules and…
State of the State: Recap
“It’s important for everyone to hear what manufacturers are going through in this state.” John Kennedy, CEO of NJMEP cut straight to…
FDA Issues its First Mandatory Recall – Salmonella Contaminated Kratom Supplements
Kratom is a supplement sold at many headshops & convenience stores around the US for the purpose of assisting in “opioid withdrawal…
Stella Artois Recalled Due to Potential Glass Contamination
Stella Artois issued a voluntary recall initiated by the discovery of a glass packaging flaw on certain bottles that may make it…
The FSVP is the Next FSMA Compliance Date
The Foreign Supplier Verification (FSVP) Rule is the next upcoming deadline in the series of FSMA regulation compliance dates. Are you prepared?…
Track Your Diet With Teeth Tech
We are all guilty of snacking at one time or another. However, developers at Tufts University may have just discovered a way…
New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program Welcomes New Employees
Cedar Knolls, New Jersey – March 30, 2018 – New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) welcomes eight new employees to further support the company’s…
NJMEP Receives “Companies that Care” Award From CIANJ
Recently at CIANJ’s Fifth Annual Chairman’s Reception, organizers awarded New Jersey businesses with the “Companies That Care” award. An honor of importance, it…
Complaints of sick pets prompt Smucker to recall dog treats
We only ever want the best for our furry friends, and this is an important lesson that all foods are susceptible to contaminants…
FDA Issues Warnings to Seafood Manufacturer in Indonesia and Juice Manufacturer in California
There is nothing worse for a food manufacturer than the threat of contamination. If products become cross-contaminated, they can endanger the safety…