OK, this isn't a really sexy post. But isn't it nice when people, companies, and especially the government does something to make your life easier? If a product has been recalled because of an undeclared allergen or nasty, unwanted micro-organisms, wouldn't it be nice have that piece of info delivered to your inbox -- rather than hear about it Ex Post Facto? If you have a peanut, tree nut, wheat /gluten, dairy, seafood, shellfish, soy, or eggs, you can find out what products have made mistakes in real(ish) time.
FDA Recall, Market Withdrawal & Safety Alerts
The FDA recently dropped a Press Release into the media about the improved search functionality for their recall database. They've replaced some laborious text with a nice, easier-to-read table format. You can sign up to receive email alerts right to your inbox, or add them to your RSS feed.
To further step into the 21st Century, the FDA also has mobile apps - so you can bring food recalls - and even car and other product recalls right to your mobile phone.
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN)
This organization if doing some good work out there. You can sign up for alerts from FAAN, which includes their organizational news as well. FAAN's focus is on allergies that cause an immediate life threatening response.