September 9/Flandreau, S.D./FDA Law Weekly -- In tandem with the Food and Drug Administration's quest to dramatically reduce Salmonella-related food poisoning, National Pasteurized Eggs (NPE) www.SafeEggs.com opened a new plant that more than doubles its production and expands Americans' access to eggs free from dangerous egg-related Salmonella-enteritidis.
Already the standard of care for nursing homes and hospitals that serve immune compromised individuals, pasteurized shell eggs are rapidly becoming the industry standard for consumers, chefs and foodservice executives taking preventative actions against foodborne illness for the diners they serve. NPE supplies pasteurized shell eggs to foodservice operators including leading restaurants, hospitals, entertainment venues and hotels, as well as more than 30 retail chains.