A trade group representing the seafood industry in the U.S. has launched a collaborative effort to raise quality and safety standards in the local sushi market.
“The surge in popularity of raw and ready-to-eat products needs to be met with a similarly robust industry voice that advocates and advances the highest standard of handling and preparation for seafood destined for the sushi market,” said Chairman Michael McNicholas of Culimer USA LLC.
What the group intends to do: The council said it plans to develop practical food safety guidelines specific for the sushi industry. It has established a working group with experts from industry, government and academia helping to identify potential hazards throughout the sushi supply chain and recommend control measures to mitigate them. By utilizing existing regulations and incorporating insights from various experts, the group will be able to create clear and accessible resources.
What’s to come: Daryl Gormley, CEO of Aquamar, a key member of the council’s…
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