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Tips to Lower Product Costs During an Inflationary Economy

Tips to Lower Product Costs During an Inflationary Economy

The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that all food prices are expected to increase 7.9% in 2023, with slower growth than in 2022 but still above the historical average rates. Between January 2022 and January 2023 alone, grocery bills were 11.3% more expensive according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index. And shoppers have certainly noticed the impact to their wallets, paying slightly higher prices for their items or paying the same for less product.

Grecian Delight | Kronos Chooses FoodLogiQ for More Supply Chain Transparency

Grecian Delight | Kronos Chooses FoodLogiQ for More Supply Chain Transparency

Trustwell welcomes Grecian Delight|Kronos to our community of customers leading the charge in better supply chain visibility.

FSMA 204 and International Suppliers: What You Need to Know

FSMA 204 and International Suppliers: What You Need to Know

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) sets forth food safety regulations for the production, processing, packaging, and transportation of food intended for consumption within the United States. Additionally, Section 204 of FSMA, which was just published as a final rule in November 2022, sets additional guidance for food businesses on how they should establish enhanced traceability recordkeeping for foods considered “high risk” on the food supply chain.

How Your Business Can Optimize Food Safety Audits

How Your Business Can Optimize Food Safety Audits

In an increasingly complex and global supply chain, ensuring food safety and quality is critical to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses and other risks. For businesses, prioritizing food safety does not only mean you are protecting the health and well-being of your consumers, but it also means that you are taking on a responsibility to comply with industry rules and regulations.

5 Tips to Better Manage Food Allergens in Your Supply Chain

5 Tips to Better Manage Food Allergens in Your Supply Chain

In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified 9 foods that qualify as major allergensand created legislations to determine how they should be declared on labels for consumer awareness. Two laws – the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) of 2004 and the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education and Research (FASTER) Act of 2021 – established the nine allergens that food manufacturers must declare: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame (which was the most recent addition as of January 1, 2023).

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