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Food Recall: Tyson Foods Buffalo Style Boneless Chicken Wings

Undeclared Allergens on Packaging Prompts Recall of 70K Pounds of Product

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Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods Inc. is recalling approximately 70,000 pounds of their “Buffalo Style Boneless Chicken Wyngz” due to undeclared allergens in the product that is not labeled on the exterior packaging. The announcement was made Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection, citing ingredients like milk, egg and soy were not listed on the packaging, causing concern for those with severe allergies to the unlisted ingredients.

The product recall includes:

25.5 oz. (1.59 lb.) bags of "Tyson any'tizers Boneless Chicken Wyngz Honey BBQ Flavored." Each bag bears the USDA mark of inspection. The establishment number "P13456" and the use by date "Aug 072013" or "Aug 082013" are inkjetted on the back of the bags.

12.75 lb. shipping cases of "Fully Cooked Boneless Chicken Wyngz Buffalo Style." Each case bears the USDA mark of inspection. The establishment number "P13456" and the use by date "Aug 07 2013" or "Aug 08 2013" are inkjetted on the cases. Identifying case codes "2202PBF0208:xx" through "2202PBF0223:xx" or "2212PBF0200:xx" through "2212PBF0223:xx," where the last four digits represent hours and minutes ("xx") in military time, also can be found ink jetted on cases subject to recall.

The recalled product, produced on August 7 and August 8, 2012, had been distributed to retailers across the U.S.A. Tyson Foods became aware of the issue after several consumer complaints.


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The FCDC and AgSmart Bring Plant Breeding to a Wider Audience

Video: The FCDC and AgSmart Bring Plant Breeding to a Wider Audience

In the vast prairies of Alberta, Olds College’s Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) stands as a beacon of innovation and research in the agricultural world. The institution has become a key player in advancing agricultural technologies and practices. The FCDC’s commitment to applied research has driven them to seek effective means of disseminating their findings and creating a positive impact on the farming community.

One such avenue that aligns with their mission is AgSmart, an event dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies. The coming together of the FCDC’s annual Field Day and Ag Smart has proved to be a natural fit, fostering a synergy that benefits both parties and propels the agriculture industry forward. The FCDC Field Day took part in conjunction with AgSmart for the first time this week on Aug. 1-2 in Olds, Alta. FCDC Program Director Kofi Agblor and Olds College VP of Development Todd Ormann sat down for an interview with Marc Zienkiewicz to discuss the significance of the two events taking part together and what the future holds.

The Intersection of Research and Technology The essence of the FCDC lies in its dedication to plant breeding and new seed varieties, particularly barley and triticale. While conducting research is essential, it becomes meaningful when its benefits are shared with the wider community. This is where AgSmart steps in, providing a key venue for the FCDC to showcase their research. This union between research and technology creates a holistic and enriching experience for farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals, the pair said.

Seeds as Technology For the FCDC, the partnership with AgSmart goes beyond mere event collaboration. It is about creating an environment that bridges the gap between seeds and smart technology, Ormann said. The college believes that for technology to truly revolutionize agriculture, it must begin with a strong foundation — high-quality seeds. As the saying goes, “it all starts with a seed.” To demonstrate this critical aspect, the collaboration aims to showcase the seed value chain as an integral part of the smartphone.

The Birth of a Powerful Alliance The idea of joining forces emerged when staff realized the potential synergy between AgSmart and the FCDC Field Day. With just a few days separating the two events, a proposal was put forward to merge them. The marketing and communications teams from both sides worked seamlessly to ensure the essence of both events remained intact, creating a powerful alliance that leverages the strengths of each, Agblor said.

Driving Advancements in Breeding For Agblor, the partnership with AgSmart has tremendous potential to drive advancements in breeding and other technology. With technologies like drones and imaging becoming integral to phenotyping, breeding is no longer confined to vast fields to assess thousands of plants manually. Instead, it benefits from the data-rich insights brought about by smart technologies. These advancements make breeding more efficient, precise, and instrumental in shaping the future of agriculture.

Overcoming Challenges Together While the partnership between Olds College and Ag Smart has been a resounding success, there are challenges on the horizon. Securing stable funding for long-term breeding initiatives is crucial to sustain progress. The college is committed to navigating these challenges and investing in agriculture’s future sustainably, Agblor said.

 

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