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Rocks, insects, plastic and other foreign objects often end up in our food. Here’s how it happens

Outlet: Associated Press

12 Oct, 2023

Associated Press: Detection of unwanted objects has vastly improved in the past several years, said Keith Belk, director of the Center for Meat Safety and Quality at Colorado State University. Large manufacturers use magnets, metal detectors, X-ray devices and other technology to find unwanted materials in their products.

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