FSIS updated its Best Practices Guidance for Controlling Listeria monocytogenes in Retail Delicatessens. Changes include updated references to the FDA Food Code, relocation of a Deli Self-Assessment Tool, and a new glossary, as well as edits to improve readability.
FSIS announced it discontinued its retail Lm surveillance because data analysis has shown that retailers have consistently followed a high percentage of recommendations. FSIS will continue steps to educate the industry on its Retail Lm Guidance and associated best practices.