More than half of consumers agree that food is safe in Europe but there is wide variation from country to country, according to a survey.
The EIT Food Trust Report surveyed consumers in different European
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Premises operating as illegal cutting plants, counterfeit alcohol, allegations of extending use-by dates, and relabeling overseas products were among cases dealt with this year by a food crime unit.
The National Food Crime Unit (NFCU)
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Barriers to tackling food fraud include the cost and capability of authenticity testing, a changing mode of operation, and a complex regulatory system, according to experts.
Contributors to an overview about food fraud said evidence
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Food authenticity experts have said an increase in food fraud is inevitable because of the coronavirus outbreak.
The Food Authenticity Network Advisory Board had a meeting earlier this month and, given the disruption to global
Continue Reading Food fraud rise ‘inevitable’ because of COVID-19
A review of meat processing plants in the United Kingdom following a number of high-profile issues has spurred a series of recommendations to improve the industry.
Suggestions in the draft review will be considered at
Continue Reading Meat sector review identifies areas for improvement
According to a recent study published in the academic journal Management Science, consumers are willing to disregard a restaurant’s poor health record if they believe the products and services are “authentic.” Inspiration for the study
Continue Reading Can Restaurant Authenticity Trump Food Safety?
