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Scientists propose label to help people avoid Listeria infection
Plus Irish agencies report on revised EU Listeria rules now in force
FDA warns six importers in five states for food safety failures tied to tea, produce and sauces
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
Ireland records rise in consumer complaints
Plus a report from a meeting on misinformation in food safety
Nominations open for WHO food safety award
Applicants must be from the Western Pacific region
Experts make case for domestic food safety focus
Experts are hoping revised foodborne infection data can shift the focus of resources from trade to investing in domestic food safety. The World Health Organization (WHO) updated foodborne illness estimates
Call to address fraud in food security programs
Experts have voiced concerns about food fraud in food security programs and suggested ways to combat the problem. A report made several recommendations including penalizing and discouraging food fraud practices,
Belgian 2025 review includes deadly E. coli outbreak
The Belgian food agency’s annual report was released recently and highlighted a fatal E. coli outbreak and revealed food fraud cases. The Federal Agency for the Safety of the
2026 Farm Bill includes food safety education funding
The proposed 2026 Farm Bill includes several provisions for food safety. The formal name of the bill is the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. It is a
Recalls
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Frozen blueberries recalled, linked to E. coli outbreak
Frozen blueberries sold at Publix grocery stores have been recalled because of contamination with E. coli O145:H28. Twelve people have fallen ill. On July 3, Frutas y Hortalizas del
Outbreaks
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Cyclospora cases surge to nearly 600 in Michigan
The CDC is tracking a summer surge of Cyclospora infections. As of its June 18 surveillance update, CDC has logged 145 cases acquired in the United States across 17 states,
Opinion & Contributed Articles
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Publisher’s Platform: The Safest Fourth of July in 250 Years
On the 250th birthday of a country that keeps, against long odds, getting better at feeding itself — that dream feels a little less far off than it used to. Happy Independence Day. Eat well and eat safely. We have earned both.
Food Policy & Law
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FDA warns six importers in five states for food safety failures tied to tea, produce and sauces
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
World
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Scientists propose label to help people avoid Listeria infection
Plus Irish agencies report on revised EU Listeria rules now in force
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