Affiliate Committee Meeting News - Reported by Margaret Burton, Representative

1. Affiliate Committee Meeting News - Reported by Margaret Burton, Representative Truly international Meetings in Rome, Dubai and China Three new affiliates � Turkey, UAE, Spain FPT needs more submissions New Web site increases International usability and involvement Student PDG active Foundation $750,000 6 student travel scholarships $2.6 M operating budget

2. 95th Annual Meeting Review Foodborne Disease Update Presented by: Agnes Tan, U of Melbourne; Ian Williams, CDC; Don Zink, FDA; Pat White, USDA; Joe Meyer, ConAgra Key Points- a) 1996 PB outbreak Australia due to S. Mbandaka i) tracked to single nut delivery ii) caused by washing down the plant and not drying iii) if you add water to a dry process, you�re in trouble b) 2007 PB outbreak US due to S. Tennessee i) 563 people ill, 47 states, > 70 countries ii) 11% positive in testing

3. Foodborne Disease Update Key Points- iii) caused by leaky roof and faulty sprinkler system iv) company tested finished product but inadequate 1 jar/line/hr/shift � did not find v) found in drains and squeegees vi) believe it was in the plant for years c) Dry roasting is not a lethality step d) S. very hearty, more resistant at low Aw, heat resistant e) S. comes in on everything � trucks, workers, birds, water f) 4 cells can cause illness g) Proper response to finding S in the plant � SHUT DOWN and send in the SWAT team h) No correlation between coliforms and Salmonella

4. Foodborne Disease Update Key Points- Pot Pies a) Not RTE b) Corrective Actions: new labels, validated cooking instructions c) Outreach Education d) Source Unknown � suspect cross contamination 2% of flour is positive Raw dough in ice cream would be problem e) Ongoing Efforts Revised HACCP to recognize S as a hazard Made process and equipment changes Enhanced separation raw and cook Modified microwave cooking instruction information to consumers on microwave ovens

5. Leafy Greens Presented By: Karl Matthew, Rutgers; Keith Warriner, U of Guelph; Joe Frank, U of G; Larry Beuchat, U of G Organisms can attach internally Just water can�t wash it off 3% organic acid+1% detergent wipes it out Greater % of plants exposed to water positive Exposure of growing plants to low numbers a risk Different organisms internalize differently Attach to cut edges, tears more readily Presence of mold, fungi and yeast enhances Sal. Lm can live better with molds

6. Leafy Greens Presented by: Ian Williams, CDC; Sherri McGarry, FDA; Keith Schneider, U of FL; Cristobal Chaidez-Quiroz, Mexico; Dave Gombas, United Fresh City or county health is the front line Then state, then federal (CDC, FDA, USDA, EPA) Federal works for cities Essential to detect and report a cluster Essential to have good interviews Jalapenos were not on the interview list Test the hypothesis with case control studies Grower A & B have positives Location where produce grown likely source Jalapenos do not explain all the illnesses

7. Leafy Greens Presented by: Ian Williams, CDC; Sherri McGarry, FDA; Keith Schneider, U of FL; Cristobal Chaidez-Quiroz, Mexico; Dave Gombas, United Fresh Traceability challenges Lack of unique identifier Repacking commingling Addresses Packaging Produce no longer available Producing states importing as well Lack of rapid connectivity Clusters very helpful for trace backs

8. Leafy Greens Presented by: Ian Williams, CDC; Sherri McGarry, FDA; Keith Schneider, U of FL; Cristobal Chaidez-Quiroz, Mexico; Dave Gombas, United Fresh Interventions Treatments, sprays, dips, packaging Heat Irradiation Chemicals � halogens, organic acids, hydrogen peroxide, peroxy acetic acid Ozone MAP or active packaging Prevent scrapes, punctures, other wounds Prevention is best bet � GAP, cool chain, water

9. Norovirus Presented by: Hal King, Chick-fil-A; Karl Matthews, Rutgers; Keith Warriner, U of Guelph; Larry Beuchat, U of G Norovirus binds to carbohydrates Continuing change of evolutionary strains makes it difficult to design interventions Risk is 39% food, 12% hands,3% water, rest ? Clean and sanitize constantly No evidence that it�s airborne

10. Risk Assessment Presented by:Scott Hurd, Deputy Undersecretary for Food Safety, FSIS Role and Purpose Provide science based platform for policies Ensure credibility and scientific accountability Expected when regulations are made Risk assessment is not reality Future More data, constant flow of data Inspectors will spend more time where they can do the most good Objective scoring mechanism

11. Pathogen Data Sharing to Advance Food Safety Presented by:Robert Tauxs, CDC; Tm Biela, Texas American; Leon Gorris, Unilever; Bob Buchanan, U of MD More data sharing would improve public health Issues Efficient traceability Produce tracking Microwave power output Sharing results Unsolved problems hamper prevention Homeland Security has been good conduit Incorporate data sharing as validation step Support research and industry Participate in food safety organizations

12. Import/Export Practices Presented by: Bob Buchanan, FDA; John Bassett, Unilever; Sadia Foods, Germany, John Spink, Michigan State US imports 15% of food Canada leading provider, Mexico #2 Imports to US 83% of seafood 70% asparagus 62% artichokes 50% nuts 44% garlic 42% eggplant 39% lamb 38% tomatoes 31% juices

13. Import/Export Practices Presented by: Bob Buchanan, FDA; John Bassett, Unilever; Sadia Foods, Germany, John Spink, Michigan State Challenges Different scenarios for food safety Different knowledge of food safety Different legal process criteria Smuggling and counterfeiting Overcoming the challenges Ensure tech team updated Efficient system to internalize food safety demand Network of consultants

14. Mystery Outbreak Presented by � Thilde Peterson, Michigan State; Sherri McGarry, FDA CFSAN and Michael Roberson, Publix Supermarkets & The Committee on the Control of Foodborne Illness Review of the Complete Scenario from MO I Work Sessions - Groups of Ten Distinguishing the Hazards that were present, not planned for, blow-up What should have been done, what to do when it happens to you Audience � Varied & Called to Action

15. Mystery Outbreak MO � the Series will be available to all members of the IAFP The series will be in a format that allows individual adaptation for specific members needs While not complete, initial research shows that many jurisdictions and companies are NOT prepared for an outbreak A POV exercise is powerful SCAFP Members are encouraged to create and MO

16. The Greening of Food Packaging Presented by: Susan Selke, MSU; Edward Kosior, Nextek Ltd; Ed Klein, TetraPak,Inc.; Larry Fox, NatureWorks, LLC; Michael VanDerveer, FDA In depth - A look at the safety of biodegradeable, reused and recycled food packaging Current Technologies � Susan Selke, MSU - Defined the types of packaging available: bio-degradeable; bio-compostable; etc. WHAT�S LEFT OVER DETERMINES WHAT YOU CALL IT! Recycling and Reusing Plastic Milk Bottles � E. Kosior - Nextek � there is a movement to sanitize newly designed milk cartons and reuse them. To date � all data is positive

17. The Greening of Food Packaging Presented by: Susan Selke, MSU; Edward Kosior, Nextek Ltd; Ed Klein, TetraPak,Inc.; Larry Fox, NatureWorks, LLC; Michael VanDerveer, FDA Recycling Composite Food Packages � Ed Klein � Tetrapak � Exciting methodology to recycle the tetrapak product in Brazil that is safe for the environment. Industry Experience with the Safety of Biodegradeable Food Packaging � Larry Fox, NatureWorks, Inc. Safety has been proven. Cargill/Teijin JV - Composite Polylactic Acid biopolymer �Ingeo� WalMart fruit packs Increases Shelf Life Protects Better Lactic Acid leeching that is GOOD! Other food products being considered

18. Food Allergies Presented By: Debra Smith, England; Irwin Gonzalez, Michigan State; Rajal Mody, CDC Affects 6% children and 4% adults 8 food groups account for 90% of food allergies No cure Developing treatment options Most allergens retained in processing Processing can increase or decrease allergenicity 150-200 deaths per year

19. Food Allergies Presented By: Debra Smith, England; Irwin Gonzalez, Michigan State; Rajal Mody, CDC Manage Through design, source, make up, delivery Distinctive labeling Dedicated storage and utensils Separation in scheduling Cleaning validated Training Plain language

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21. Our Next Meeting November 12, 2008 � Location TBA Our website is up and ready for you! www.scafp.info

22. IAFP 2009 96th Meeting Going to GRAPEVINE, Texas! Great Western Style Resort and Town Family Orientation � fun right there! Beautiful Bio-sphere Facility Everything at your fingertips! Texas Hospitality � Y�all Come, Ya Hear!

23. IT�S OUR TIME -2010 97th Meeting The 97th Meeting hosts SCAFP!!! What We Need - 2009 Meeting Appropriate Anaheim Collateral Materials 2010 Preview Pins/Stickers/Collateral What We Need - 2010 Meeting Event Executive Team � 5-10 individuals (Members) �California, Here We Come� Volunteers: 75 � 100 individuals (Members, Employees, Students) SCAFP I.D. � Shirts/Scarves/Sashes Donations: Treats for 1800-2200 people for 3 days SWAG Bags � Red Carpet Gifts for our Guests Red Carpet Experiences � Create Red Carpet Experiences for our guests.