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In recent years, the brisket has become so much more sought after that, as a meat scientist acting in the interest of consumers, I have been challenged to seek alternative beef cuts that could be used in the smoker.

The beef market tells you what it wants. You just have to pay attention.

America’s pig farmers produced a record-breaking number of market hogs in 2016, resulting in ample supplies of pork at the retail meat case and in restaurants.

By studying annual food recall statistics, food companies can do a better job anticipating and avoiding potential future problems, which in turn drives the total numbers of recalls down.

The proposed rule is intended to harmonize FSIS’ nutrition facts labeling requirements with the final nutrition labeling regulations published by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in May 2016.

As a food-safety lawyer, I spend a significant portion of my time analyzing the actions of FSIS and trying to figure out what’s coming next.

In October 2015, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a Regional Emphasis Program (REP) mandating comprehensive inspections at poultry-processing facilities.

On Nov. 4, the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) released its Strategic Plan for 2017-2021, which outlines the agency's goals for the next five years.

In recent years, our workforce and consumer base has experienced a substantial influx of individuals who are part of the Millennial generation.

A similar "sweet sorrow" similar to that in William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" is often experienced in animal welfare auditing.