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Op-ed: Food Security Is Urgently Needed in Black Rural Appalachia
Appalachia, a mountainous region spanning 13 states in the eastern United States, stretches from southern New York to northern Mississippi and is often associated with rural poverty, rugged landscapes, and rich cultural…
Nyshex closes latest funding round, launches shipping rate indexes
The New York Shipping Exchange (Nyshex) announced Tuesday it has closed on its latest funding round and that it’s working with Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (ICE) to launch new shipping rate indexes. Founded in 2015, Nyshex…
France sees HUS cases fall in 2023
France has reported a decline in cases of a serious condition that can develop after an E. coli infection. Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a severe complication associated with E. coli infections that causes kidney…
More time more meetings are offered for the new Salmonella rule for poultry
When it comes to the Salmonella rule for poultry the, public has wanted more time for comments and more meeting time with USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. Now they are getting both. The agency plans to hold two…
President addresses food safety concerns in South Africa amid dramatic food safety situations
Almost 900 foodborne disease incidents have been recorded, and 22 children have died across South Africa since September. President Cyril Ramaphosa said there had been 890 reported incidents of foodborne illness across all…
Meal kits recalled because of Listeria concerns
The Kroger Co. is recalling Home Chef Asian Style Chicken Stir Fry because meal kits contain cooked chicken which was recalled because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. According to the details posted online by…
Trump Picks Sean Duffy for Transportation Chief
Under Trump, the department will take a lead role in reshaping federal infrastructure investment to align with the priorities of the incoming president and Republican leaders.
Trump to name Fox TV host Sean Duffy to head DOT
President-elect Donald Trump is nominating Fox News Host Sean Duffy to head the U.S. Department of Transportation. Duffy, who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from Wisconsin for nine years, is the co-host of Fox…
Four New Technologies Added for 2026 Crash Safety Ratings
The five-star crash test ratings, which most vehicles now receive, would not change under the new system. Consumers would see green check marks for vehicles with the new safety features.
At RailTrends, CPKC and UP CEOs talk about higher levels of rail service
NEW YORK – The RailTrends conference in New York has been called the greatest single collection of rail investors in one place, and it has featured in recent years a level of introspection by an industry that hasn’t grown…
