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Food safety

Scientific practice in the handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent foodborne illness.

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Food safety

Dioxins

Food (other); Food safety

A group of chemical compounds that share certain similar chemical structures and biological characteristics. Dioxins are present in the environment all over the world. Within animals, dioxins tend to ...

Dying, diseased, or disabled livestock

Food (other); Food safety

Livestock which has or displays symptoms of having any of the following: # Central nervous system disorder; # Abnormal temperature (high or low); # Difficult breathing; # Abnormal swellings; # Lack ...

Dry aged

Food (other); Food safety

Fresh meat is held (without vacuum packing) for various periods of time (usually 10 days to 6 weeks) under controlled temperatures (34°F to 38°F), humidity, and airflow to avoid spoilage and ensure ...

Disposition

Food (other); Food safety

A food manufacturer's action to correct a situation leading to a recall such as relabeling, reworking, or destroying product.

Diglycerides, monoglycerides

Food (other); Food safety

Emulsifying agents for rendered fats.

Downed animal

Food (other); Food safety

Commonly used term for an animal that is unable to rise and walk.

Downer

Food (other); Food safety

Commonly used term for an animal that is unable to rise and walk.

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