Software Enables Tracing Seafood from Catch to Sale
The US FDA has issued a new rule requiring seafood supply chain entities to maintain records of critical tracking events for designated foods. Tech developers are creating software and apps to track seafood from boat to table, with a focus on efficiency and cost. BlueTrace, a Maine-based software company, creates a QR code system for tracking seafood, which can also be used for predictive analysis and quality control. Small-scale operations may struggle to comply with the new rule compared to large companies.
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