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ABSTRACT

The concern about food safety and quality control of food of animal origin from farm to fork is gaining momentum. Growing international trade, migration, travel and changing lifestyles contribute to the outbreaks associated with foodborne diseases. In order to deal with food safety issues and food scandals, food traceability needs to be employed as a risk-management tool. Traceability system uses tools including hardware such as measuring/sensing equipment [barcode, Radio Frequency Identifi cation Device (RFID) and Wireless Sensor Network (WSN)], identifi cation tags and labels, along with appropriate software. Food traceability systems when used with traditional food control procedures such as HACCP, Good Hygiene Practices (GHP), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) results in overall food safety management. A well-functioning traceability system assures food safety and ensures rapid and effi cient recalls but its implementation faces several challenges. In the coming future, customer demand for real time information about the products will also grow and traceability will emerge as a new index of quality and a basis for trade in the future.
Keywords: Foodborne diseases, food safety, public health, RFID, traceability