Home-delivered fresh meal kits, locally grown foods, a move toward minimal processing, and restaurant hydroponic gardens are among the emerging industry trends that present food safety challenges. Moreover, consumers have redefined food safety to include free from potentially hazardous residues (e.g., antibiotics, hormones, and artificial chemicals) as well as information on production, ingredients, and sourcing.
Savvy food processors like Dean Foods, for example, are highlighting food safety exp…