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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.

How Food Traceability Software Helps You Meet FSMA Standards

With evolving (and stricter) regulations and guidelines for food quality and safety – particularly under the FDA’s Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA) – food companies need to be prepared with the right tools and processes to maintain product integrity and retain consumer trust. From supply chain visibility to supplier management to record-keeping, there are a number of factors to consider when it comes to navigating food compliance and meeting FSMA standards. As the FDA takes a more digitized approach to the collection, management, and sharing of data, the right software solution can help your organization stay ahead of the game.

Navigating Food Compliance in 2022: A Focus on Food Traceability

Each year, companies lose millions of dollars to food recalls. While your company’s brand and reputation are on the line when it comes to pulling a potentially harmful product off the shelves, what’s even more important is the threat of harming the consumer if you don’t do it quickly and efficiently. 

Key Components of a FSMA Food Safety Plan

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) works to prevent foodborne illnesses in the United States by providing the FDA with more regulatory power. It can be categorized into seven rules:

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