In 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that food fraud and adulteration remained significant problems, with economic adulteration occurring in spices, honey, and seafood. The report highlighted the challenges of combating food fraud in a globalized food system and the need for better traceability and enforcement. The findings underscored the ongoing nature of the problem.

The 2021 FDA report was a reminder that food fraud remains a persistent issue, and it was noted by food writers and poets who are concerned with consumer protection. The report's findings have been the subject of commentary and analysis in the media and in literature, reflecting the continuing public interest in food safety and the integrity of the food supply.