House Approves Stricter Food Standards

The House of Representatives approved House Bill 6474, which is mandated to establish policies and procedures for coordination of regulatory systems.

September 28, 2012

House bill 6474 sets Food Safety Standards in accordance with the Philippine National Standards and the standards of the Codex Alimentarius Commission and offers precision by way of mandating the DOH to give enough information to the public regarding foods that may pose risk to human health, the affected foods, types of food and the necessary measure to prevent, reduce or eliminate risk.

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As devastating and cumbersome as some of these disruptions can be, the supply chain always wins in the end.

State of the Industry: Why Supply Chains Always Win in the End

What a time to work in the supply chain industry. Don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom. Regardless of the challenges many of today’s cold food chains face, supply chains always win in the end.

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SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain Kicks Off Dec. 3

SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain kicks off Dec. 3. Experts from PLM Fleet, Datex Corp. and Alteryx will talk about how to leverage clean technologies, warehouse management and analytics automation.

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Women in Supply Chain Forum: Shattering Glass Ceilings

This event has become more than just a networking space. It’s a pathway for women in supply chain to really embrace being a woman in the supply chain. It’s a journey that we can all take together to learn, grow, nurture and shatter glass ceilings.

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Creating a Culture of Food Safety in Food Supply Logistics

The complexity of modern logistics and the speed at which food moves across borders necessitate a proactive approach to food safety.

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Deloitte’s Food Systems Research Underscores Risk of Inaction to Decarbonizing Agricultural Sector

To feed the world sustainably by 2070 would require limiting warming to below 2°C while producing 40% more calories to feed a projected global population of around 10 billion people.

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Global Cold Chain Logistics Market Worth $1,245.2B by 2033

The global cold chain logistics market is set to be worth $1,245.2 billion by 2033 at a 14.5% CAGR, according to research released by Custom Market Insights.

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Facility Cleaning Methods: Manual vs. Machine—What Works Best for You?

From labor shortages to hard-to-reach spaces, facility managers are facing significant cleaning challenges. This quick survey will explore how machine-based cleaning solutions are helping overcome these issues.

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Trumps vs. Harris: How Their Proposed Policies Impact Food and Beverage Companies

Harris may focus on tighter regulations and sustainability, while Trump could prioritize deregulation and lower costs.

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Why Regionalized Distribution and Fresh Produce are a Perfect Match

A fresher, more reliable supply can and should alter customer expectations around what goods are affordable and readily available for them and their communities.

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Verifiable Trust: How Technology is Transforming Food Supply Chain Integrity

EU's TRICK Project is creating a potential lifeline for an industry drowning in manual documentation processes and plagued by transparency issues.

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Sampling Plan Module to Enhance Food Safety Management

Hygiena launched its latest innovation within the SureTrend platform: the Sampling Plan Module, designed to address key challenges faced by food safety professionals.

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The Intersection of IoT, Sustainability, and Food Safety: A New Era in Supply Chain Management

Adding tracking hardware and a robust software system to collate and categorize the most important operational data will allow you to keep the food supply chain safe.

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Supply Chain Transparency Promotes Sustainable Food Systems

With transparency and sustainability dominating consumer concerns, gaining insight into the origins of agrifood and non-agricultural food commodities is a crucial first step in forging a robust and resilient food supply chain.

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Building a Traceable Food Chain: A Comprehensive Guide to FSMA Compliance

As organizations navigate the complexities of FSMA compliance within the food and beverage industry, the strategic adoption of advanced technologies and strategies is a competitive advantage.

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Food Recalls in 2024 are Surging. What’s the Crisis Response?

Although large manufacturers receive most of the media attention for food recalls, these 600,000 small food manufacturers also face large-scale recalls on a daily basis. The proper risk strategy and the right insurance are critical.

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Listeria Outbreak Highlights Need for More Digitalized Food Safety Approaches

By embracing emerging technologies, food operators can do their part to protect customers, preserve lives, and position themselves for success in the evolving food safety landscape.

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How Advanced Packaging Technologies Enhance Food Security

Advanced packaging technologies are transforming the food industry by extending shelf life and monitoring freshness to ensure product integrity.

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8 Prominent Food Industry Organizations Partner to Tackle FSMA Rule 204 Challenges

Eight food organizations formed the Food Industry FSMA 204 Collaboration to enhance industry-wide awareness of the FSMA 204 rule.

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How to Identify and Recover from Breaches in Food and Beverage Manufacturing

By prioritizing cybersecurity throughout the organization and fostering a collaborative culture of security awareness, F&B businesses support the safety and integrity of their products and safeguard the trust of customers and stakeholders.

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How Reverse Logistics Can Transform the Food Industry

Companies that embrace traceability will be better equipped to respond to food safety challenges, maintain the integrity of their supply chain, and build trust with consumers.

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Cloud-Based Traceability Platform for Food and Beverage Processors

Antares Vision Group launched a cloud-based platform designed to ensure regulatory compliance, precision traceability and supply chain transparency for food and beverage brand owners.

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Managing Port Congestion and Temperature Risks in the Global Supply Chain

By leveraging real-time data and proactive measures, stakeholders can minimize delays, maintain product quality, reduce waste and ensure regulatory adherence.

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Wiliot Launches GenAI Tool for Insights into End-to-End Supply Chains

Wiliot announces the launch of WiliBot, a generative AI (GenAI) chatbot that enables natural-language conversations with any ambient IoT-connected product.

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PHT Growth Fund to Acquire and Invest in Post-Harvest Cold Chain

PHT Investment Group launched a new fund as a next step in its mission to transform the post-harvest infrastructure sector.

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Starting a Sustainability Journey is Not Trivial. Here’s Why.

Christopher Mejia-Argueta, research scientist and director of the Food and Retail Operations Lab, MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics, talks about how to start a sustainable journey, what are the key drivers and more.

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How Supply Chain Visibility Fights Recalls and Improves Quality Control

To ensure a standard that protects product quality, prevents recalls and strengthens reputation, manufacturers must leverage technology that promotes full visibility and quality control across the entirety of their supply chain.

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How Shippers Can Stay Proactive During Active Hurricane Season

In the wake of natural disasters, logistics teams are on the front lines of recovery, whether it’s quickly diverting supplies to communities in need or rerouting journeys to ensure shipments are completed safely. Here's why shippers must stay proactive.