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EU Commission lays out plan for tighter controls
The European Commission has promised reinforced checks on food, animal and plant products entering the European Union. Olivér Várhelyi, EU Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, recently set out various
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DoorDash driver charged with felony counts after spraying food
A Kentucky woman has been arrested and charged with four felony counts after allegedly spraying DoorDash food with pepper spray. Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office said Kourtney Stevenson was
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Illegal import operation leads to bushmeat seizure
Authorities in the United Kingdom have seized bushmeat in an investigation into illegally imported products. The National Food Crime Unit (NFCU) operation resulted in one arrest. A 57-year-old man has
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Sunday Edition: Salmonella in Poultry
Rules banning Salmonella in poultry have been derailed.
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Man sentenced for faking Salmonella results
A poultry keeper in England has been sentenced for forging Salmonella test results. Investigations by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) led to the sentencing of Jeremy Saunders of
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Food irradiation could greatly reduce risks of foodborne illness
Consumers' misunderstandings about food irradiation have discouraged its use in the United States despite it having been proven to be safe and effective in reducing foodborne illnesses.
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UK releases guidance on cell-based products
Guidance on the safety of cell-cultivated products has been published in the United Kingdom. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) have held five workshops covering areas
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Major foodborne diseases rise in Europe
Campylobacter, Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria infections in Europe all increased in 2024 compared to the year before. Figures come from a report published by the European Food Safety Authority
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Snack bowls and trays recalled in Canada because of Listeria
A variety of Inspiredgo brand products are being recalled in Canada because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled products are: Bento Noodle Bowl, Greek Mezze Salad, Dill Chickpea Salad,
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More than 60 sick in California after eating eggs; recall initiated
Samples from farm tested positive for Salmonella.
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EU Commission lays out plan for tighter controls
The European Commission has promised reinforced checks on food, animal and plant products entering the European Union. Olivér Várhelyi, EU Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, recently set out various
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Illegal import operation leads to bushmeat seizure
Authorities in the United Kingdom have seized bushmeat in an investigation into illegally imported products. The National Food Crime Unit (NFCU) operation resulted in one arrest. A 57-year-old man has
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