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Food safety is a scientific discipline describing handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent foodborne illness. This includes a number of routines that should be followed to avoid potentially severe health hazards.

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[Press Release] No Evidence of COVID-19 Transmission Through Food Packaging, USDA/FDA StateU.S. authorities declare that there remains no credible evidence to support the transmission of COVID-19 through food or food packaging. February 23, 2021
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Thailand Promotes ‘COVID-Free’ Durians To Stabilize Chinese MarketThailand has implemented strict COVID-19 disinfection measures for China-bound durians in an effort to bolster consumer confidence. February 08, 2021
Philip K
[Press Release] Xianfeng Fruit Holds Lunar New Year Cherry FestivalXianfeng Fruit is holding special cherry-themed events ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday to promote sales of its Chilean cherries. February 08, 2021
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Millions View Tencent Broadcast on Cherry Nutrition: Feb. 7 UpdateTencent’s live broadcast today on a diverse range of cherry-related topics was viewed by more than 3 million people. February 07, 2021
Dan Siekman
Inside the Chilean Industry Quality System for Exported BlueberriesProduce Report learns how the Chilean Blueberry Committee is working to ensure that international markets receive a top-quality Chilean blueberry product. February 06, 2021
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Widespread Positive TV News Coverage of Cherries: Feb. 4 UpdateOver the past 10 days at least 26 television news reports focusing on the safety and positive aspects of cherries have been aired. February 04, 2021
Dan Siekman
China Customs Busts $48 Million Fruit Smuggling RingCustoms authorities in Southern China are ramping up the pressure on illicit produce smuggling rings illegally exploiting local trade policies. January 31, 2021
Connor W
Cherries a Vital Tool for Following Healthy Diet GuidelinesScientists have isolated dozens of bioactive compounds from sweet cherries. January 31, 2021
Dan Siekman
Cherry Market in China Begins Road to RecoveryOn Wednesday morning, there were positive signs of the return of buyers and more sales activity in Jiaxing, Huizhan and Jiangnonghui wholesale markets. January 26, 2021
Dan Siekman
Detection of Covid on Cherry Packaging in China: Chilean Industry StatementThe Chilean Cherry Committee of the Chilean Fruit Exporters Association (ASOEX) responds to media reports in China of detection of Covid-19 genetic material on the packaging of imported cherries. January 23, 2021
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