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Vanessa-Balagot

Vanessa Balagot

Food Safety Analyst

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Van is an Industrial Engineer with a passion for precision, systems, and raising the bar. Before joining Source86, she worked with various companies to implement continuous improvement programs — always looking for ways to make processes more efficient, compliant, and human-centric.

As our Food Safety & Quality Analyst, Van ensures that our key suppliers are 100% audited for Responsible Sourcing Standards. She brings a sharp eye for detail and a deep commitment to building ingredient supply chains that are not only efficient, but also safe, ethical, and transparent.

On the blog, she shares recall alerts, insights, and FSQA best practices — helping our readers stay ahead of regulatory changes and quality risks. Van believes transparency and education are essential to fixing what’s broken in today’s food system.

Fun fact: Van was named a centennial baby — she was born on the 100th anniversary of the Philippines’ independence.

Vanessa Balagot

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Undeclared Allergens 101: What Actually Counts—And Why It Matters

Not all food recalls happen because something is added that shouldn’t be there. Sometimes, it’s about what’s missing on the label. Undeclared allergens remain

Coconut Water Trend

Crack open the opportunity: why private label coconut water is having a moment

Once seen as a niche wellness drink, coconut water has now fully crossed over into the mainstream. From natural food stores to gas station coolers, this

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Why bulk monk fruit is quietly taking over clean labels

Monk fruit might sound like something your great aunt adds to tea, but don’t be fooled—this little melon is making serious waves. With zero calories, a clean

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When Labels Lie: How Labeling Errors Trigger Allergen Recalls

In the food industry, accuracy is everything — especially when it comes to allergen labels. A simple typo or oversight can have serious consequences, leading to

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Understanding what causes salmonella: risks, routes, and industry safeguards

Salmonella is more than just a news headline—it’s one of the leading causes of foodborne illness in the United States. While most cases result in

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Recognizing salmonella symptoms: protecting consumers and your brand

Salmonella often surfaces in the headlines in connection with food recalls or warnings about undercooked poultry. However, beneath the surface of public

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Why Milk Tops the List of Undeclared Allergen Recalls

Milk might seem harmless to most shoppers, but for millions with dairy allergies, a splash of undeclared milk in food can mean serious health risks. And in the

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Top Salmonella Food Recalls of 2025 (So Far)

When it comes to foodborne illness, Salmonella is a name no one in the food industry takes lightly. Known for triggering major recalls across categories—from

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Top 10 Undeclared Allergen Food Recalls of 2025 (So Far)

Undeclared allergens aren’t just a labeling mistake—they’re a potentially life-threatening risk. Each year, the FDA issues recalls triggered by missing allergen

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Undeclared Allergens: The Hidden Hazard Behind Food Recalls

Food recalls are an unfortunate reality in today’s food industry. While pathogens like Salmonella and Listeria grab headlines, the leading cause of U.S. food

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Salmonella Recalls: What Bulk Buyers Need to Know  

Salmonella isn’t just a household name—it’s a high-stakes issue for the food industry, especially for bulk buyers. If you're sourcing raw materials, working

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California Egg Prices Crack $9 Per Dozen – What’s Behind This Egg-splosion?

Egg lovers in California are feeling the pinch as prices soar to nearly $9 per dozen, due to a combination of bird flu and holiday demand. The ongoing outbreak

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Grimmway Farms recalls organic carrots over E. Coli outbreak!

Grimmway Farms has issued a voluntary recall of its organic whole carrots and organic baby carrots after they were linked to a possible E. coli O121

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USDA Testing Bulk Raw Milk for Bird Flu Contamination

The USDA has shared its plans to start testing bulk raw milk to identify potential bird flu contamination, this is a proactive step to manage the spread of the

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