Editorial Article: Food Contamination: Quality & Safety Webinar Series
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01 Jul 2021
From farm to factory to fork, food contamination is a worldwide public health problem that results in foodborne diseases causing acute poisoning or long-term disease and kills approximately 420,000 people per year. Food contamination can occur when foreign particles, including microorganisms or chemicals, are present within food, or it can be the result of inaccurate food labeling, insufficient storage, or even the practice of unsuitable cooking temperatures. To sustain life and promote optimum health, it is essential that people have access to high-quality foods, free from contamination – putting the spotlight firmly on how food is prepared, handled, and stored through the manufacturing process.