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The case for Kratom is going to the movies

“The Mysteries of Kratom,” a documentary exploring the potential of kratom in addressing America’s opioid epidemic, will become available for free on YouTube starting on Monday, Sept. 16. The

By Dan Flynn

/ 13 Sep 2024

The case for Kratom is going to the movies

Scientists propose change in Campylobacter sampling approach

Researchers have suggested ways to improve analysis to help with source attribution and Campylobacter outbreak investigations. The standard method of Campylobacter detection is through culture, though feasibility constraints usually result

By Joe Whitworth

/ 13 Sep 2024

Scientists propose change in Campylobacter sampling approach

A & W brand Chicken Breast recalled in Canada over undercooking

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is recalling A & W brand Chicken Breast Portion Fully Cooked Breaded, Seasoned Boneless, Skinless, Fillets Removed because of undercooking. According to the details published by

By News Desk

/ 12 Sep 2024

USDA refuses to answer questions about Boar’s Head production plant and inspections

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is refusing to answer questions about the inspectors and testing results involved in the Boar’s Head deli meats outbreak that has

By Coral Beach

/ 12 Sep 2024

USDA refuses to answer questions about Boar’s Head production plant and inspections

Consumer Reports says USDA should remove food kits from National School Lunch Program

Lunchable brand food kits have found their way into the National School Lunch Program. But the pre-packaged food kits contain relatively high levels of sodium, lead, and cadmium, according to

By News Desk

/ 12 Sep 2024

Consumer Reports says USDA should remove food kits from National School Lunch Program

FSA stands firm despite MSM guidance criticism

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has stood firm amid criticism on its mechanically separated meat (MSM) consultation. FSA asked for views on a proposed guidance document regarding mechanically separated meat.

By Joe Whitworth

/ 12 Sep 2024

FSA stands firm despite MSM guidance criticism

EU experts identify two emerging risks; discuss other topics

Only two topics were considered to be emerging risks by European experts in 2022. An annual report on the European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) activities on emerging risks revealed

By News Desk

/ 12 Sep 2024

EU experts identify two emerging risks; discuss other topics

Publisher’s Platform: WTF? – ‘Imminent Threat’ 2 years ago? A deadly tale of Listeria at Boar’s Head

— OPINION — The New York Times just dropped: ‘Imminent Threat’ Found at Boar’s Head Plant 2 Years Before Fatal Listeria Outbreak U.S. inspectors listed serious problems in 2022 that

By Bill Marler

/ 11 Sep 2024

Publisher’s Platform: WTF? – ‘Imminent Threat’ 2 years ago? A deadly tale of Listeria at Boar’s Head

Walmart apple juice recall expanded to included juice sold at Aldi, Walgreens, Weis and more

Refresco Beverages US Inc. of Tampa, FL, has expanded their recall of Great Value Apple Juice to include 133,500 cases of multiple other brands, including Market Basket, Nature’s

By News Desk

/ 11 Sep 2024

Walmart apple juice recall expanded to included juice sold at Aldi, Walgreens, Weis and more

Pesto linked to five botulism cases in France

Several people are suspected to have developed botulism after eating pesto in France. The Centre-Val-de-Loire Regional Health Agency received reports of five probable cases of botulism following a family meal.

By News Desk

/ 11 Sep 2024

Pesto linked to five botulism cases in France

FSIS delivers the final word on four food safety petitions

Four petitions for policy changes — one from 2016 — have received final rulings from USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The oldest petition was from the Animal Welfare Institute

By Dan Flynn

/ 11 Sep 2024

FSIS delivers the final word on four food safety petitions

New Zealand reveals 2023 foodborne illness data

New Zealand recorded a mixed picture of foodborne infections in 2023, with some going down but others rising. A report from the Institute for Environmental and Scientific Research (ESR) showed

By Joe Whitworth

/ 11 Sep 2024

New Zealand reveals 2023 foodborne illness data

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The case for Kratom is going to the movies

Scientists propose change in Campylobacter sampling approach

A & W brand Chicken Breast recalled in Canada over undercooking

USDA refuses to answer questions about Boar’s Head production plant and inspections

Consumer Reports says USDA should remove food kits from National School Lunch Program

FSA stands firm despite MSM guidance criticism

EU experts identify two emerging risks; discuss other topics

Publisher’s Platform: WTF? – ‘Imminent Threat’ 2 years ago? A deadly tale of Listeria at Boar’s Head

Walmart apple juice recall expanded to included juice sold at Aldi, Walgreens, Weis and more

Pesto linked to five botulism cases in France

FSIS delivers the final word on four food safety petitions

New Zealand reveals 2023 foodborne illness data