How Do I Know My Food Is Still Safe During COVID-19?
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How Do I Know My Food Is Still Safe During COVID-19?

In a statement from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) dated 4/02/2020, “…we have postponed routine surveillance inspections of domestic human and animal food facilities and farms out of concern for the health and well-being of FDA investigators and state inspectors and to respect industry safety concerns about visitors.” This statement was part of a…

Aseptic vs. Septic Sampling
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Aseptic vs. Septic Sampling

According to the Oxford Dictionary, ‘aseptic’ is defined as “free from contamination caused by harmful bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms.” Thus, according to the Oxford Dictionary, the opposite is considered a ‘septic’ sample, “infected with microorganisms, especially harmful bacteria.” The entire food safety movement over the last hundred years has revolved around the idea that…