Attorney general’s opinion states US horse meat fits definition of an adulterated food product.

Using ingredients to enhance shelf-life.

A steep decline in beef consumption followed the XL Foods beef recall.

CDC investigation into the source of the live poultry is ongoing.

The company also will implement new origin labeling.

Molecular Detection Assay detects E. coli in raw beef, other products.

Report depicts casual attitude toward food safety before the recall, confusion afterward.

Officials say labels are tools to help consumers guard against foodborne illness.

Canadian inspectors will conduct spot checks of food plants.