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Food Waste Generates Quite a Bit of Methane in Landfills. What Can You Do to Help?
Food Policy,Our Blog | February 25, 2026
Food waste is a fairly big problem in the United States. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), a significant amount of our food supply goes to waste. But that isn’t the end of the story. In addition… read more
FDA Makes Move to Tighten Gluten Disclosure Rules for Packaged Foods
Food Policy,Our Blog | February 24, 2026
Gluten disclosure rules exist to help consumers make more informed choices. Current rules include things like how much “unavoidable” gluten is allowed in gluten-free labeled foods as well as specific labeling requirements. But things might get a bit more strict…. read more
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 19, 2026
Guests of the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch received an ominous note in the form of “guest communication,” regarding a serious illness linked to the hotel. According to missive, reports of Legionnaires’ disease have been connected to the facility. In response to… read more
Oysters Harvested in British Columbia Likely Responsible for Norovirus Outbreak in Washington
Norovirus,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 17, 2026
At least 11 people consuming oysters harvested in British Columbia have been sickened with norovirus. This outbreak has been linked to another in Nevada, announced last week after California Department of Health issued their own recall. How was this norovirus… read more
Possible Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease in Albuquerque, Hotel Suspected Source
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 17, 2026
A possible outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in Albuquerque, New Mexico might be linked to an area hotel. Quality Inn & Suites, located at 6100 Iliff Road NW. If you have recently stayed at this hotel or one in the area… read more
FDA Updates “No Artificial Colors” Claim and Adds Two New Natural Source Dyes
Food Policy,Our Blog | February 12, 2026
You will likely begin seeing a “no artificial colors” claim on food product packaging soon. A recent US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) change allows food producers to make these “claims.” But what do they really mean? On that note,… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 11, 2026
The number of confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, HPAI detection continue to mount. Just this week over a million commercial laying chickens in Colorado were impacted. But they are not the only farm impacted. HPAI continues to spread throughout the… read more
Oyster Recall in Carson City, Nevada and California Issued Due to Reported Illnesses
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 11, 2026
Health officials have announced an oyster recall in Carson City due to reported illnesses associated with the seafood item. California Department of Public Health has too! What oyster products are involved in this recall. What illnesses have oysters been associated… read more
At Least Three Sick in Foodborne Outbreak Linked to Carnitas Mr. Porky Taqueria
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 10, 2026
Carnitas Mr. Porky Taqueria is the likely source of a foodborne gastrointestinal illness outbreak. At least three people from three different households have reported similar illnesses after eating at the restaurant that also serves as the kitchen for two Birrieria… read more
Death Cap Mushrooms Linked to At Least Four Deaths in California, Public Safety Alert Issued
Food Safety,Our Blog | February 9, 2026
A Death Cap mushroom poisoning outbreak has prompted California Department of Health to issue a public safety alert. This “unprecedented” outbreak of severe illnesses and deaths has been associated with people accidently picking and eating Death Cap mushrooms and Western… read more