What Does the “Organic” Label Mean?
Popular claims on products today include “clean,” “natural,” “regenerative,” “free-range,” “sustainably harvested,” and “green.” None of these claims are federally regulated—but “organic” is. All products…
NSF P180: Residential Pots and Pans Washing Machines
In the restaurant industry, cleaning and sanitizing are a top priority. Manual washing in a commercial setting, however, often does not suffice due to the…
ASTM F2925-11(2018): Marketing Claims for Beef Cuts
With nutritional value and versatility, beef has become a staple in the diets of many people. In fact, about 70% of Americans eat beef at least…
Food Standardization: Why Safety & Quality Matter Globally
Since the beginning of human history, food safety has been a concern. In fact, it is believed that the first English food law—the Assize of…
ISO 20636:2018—Infant Formula and Adult Nutritionals
Nutrition drinks can have a nourishing mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates; they may assist people in meeting general dietary needs. Liquid chromatography (i.e., a laboratory…
ISO 6646:2011— Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
There are over 40,000 varieties of cultivated rice (the grass species Oryza sativa) worldwide. Every continent other than Antarctica produces some variety of rice: the…
NSF/ANSI/3-A 14159-1-2024: Meat Processing Equipment Hygiene Requirements
They say that after handling raw meat, you should wash your hands. In fact, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services advises anyone preparing…
IWA 36:2022 Contactless Delivery Services
The online food delivery market worldwide is projected to grow by 9.49%, resulting in a market volume of $1.92 trillion by 2029. Simply put, the contactless…
ISO 6539:2014—Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Blume)
Cinnamon is considered to be one of the first traded spices in the ancient word. It was so valuable during this time that it was…