5-year study reveals aspects of food safety in California’s Salad Bowl
The study was designed to identify the environmental factors that influence the introduction, persistence, and movement of foodborne pathogens in the region.
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Europe records varied fraud reports in early 2026
In total, 17 alerts involved the United States in January with examples including titanium dioxide in pastries and ethylene oxide in a spice mix.
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FDA warns Arkansas and Colorado egg farms about Salmonella findings and missing prevention plans
As part of its enforcement activities, the Food and Drug Administration sends warning letters to entities under its jurisdiction. Some letters are not posted for public view until weeks or
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Norovirus dominates outbreaks in New Zealand
The latest figures on foodborne illness in New Zealand show norovirus as the main cause of outbreaks and Campylobacter as the leading source of infections.
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Outbreak investigation report from FDA fails to provide crucial information
One import sample was collected by FDA as part of the outbreak investigation. The agency knows the supplier, distribution center and manufacturer, but it is not reporting the names of those businesses.
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Audit finds China can’t ensure poultry meat rules are met for products sent to EU
Chinese controls cannot guarantee that poultry meat sent to Europe comes from the only approved province, according to an audit report. The Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety (DG Sante)
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European analysis finds rise in recalls
In all of 2025, there were 5,471 European food and drink recalls and alerts, up from 5,426 in 2024.
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Outbreak in China caused by contaminated cakes
An investigation has revealed a multi-city outbreak in China was caused by cakes contaminated by food handlers carrying Staphylococcus aureus. Between May and June 2025, multiple foodborne outbreaks occurred across
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European analysis finds rise in recalls
In all of 2025, there were 5,471 European food and drink recalls and alerts, up from 5,426 in 2024.
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Outbreak investigation report from FDA fails to provide crucial information
One import sample was collected by FDA as part of the outbreak investigation. The agency knows the supplier, distribution center and manufacturer, but it is not reporting the names of those businesses.
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Coral Beach
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Food Safety Summit 2026 unveils topics for certificate courses
By Adriene Cooper, Senior Events Manager, Food Safety Summit As the food industry faces mounting regulatory pressure, evolving risks, and rapid technological change, the 2026 Food Safety Summit is responding
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Europe records varied fraud reports in early 2026
In total, 17 alerts involved the United States in January with examples including titanium dioxide in pastries and ethylene oxide in a spice mix.
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Norovirus dominates outbreaks in New Zealand
The latest figures on foodborne illness in New Zealand show norovirus as the main cause of outbreaks and Campylobacter as the leading source of infections.
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