The passing of the new S. 510 Food Safety Modernisation Act by the US Senate has drawn a mixed reaction from the fresh produce industry, ahead of the bill being sent to the House of Representatives for review and approval.
On announcement of the Act's passing, the United Fresh Produce Association's Robert Guenther said that the organisation was 'disappointed' that several 'egregious loopholes' had been left in the legislation that could potentially undermine consumer confidence in food safety.
However, global pallet and container pooling leader Chep has lauded the passing of S. 510, claiming that it will help strengthen oversight of food safety and maintain public confidence in the US food supply.
'The food industry and the consuming public will benefit from this important legislation, and Chep applauds it's passage,' said Jim Ritchie, group president of Chep Americas.
'The Food Safety Act of 2010 – which received broad support throughout the food industry and among food trade associations such as the Grocery Manufacturers of America – represents an important step forward for food safety,' said Mr Ritchie. 'Due to our long-term investments in pallet safety and product stewardship, we are especially well positioned and aligned with the food industry as this legislation is implemented.'
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