There is a broader consideration these days of what safe and authentic food actually means, according to the chief executive of Food Standards Scotland.
Geoff Ogle told attendees at the
A project on food safety and authenticity in Europe and China has ended after more than four years of work.
EU-China-Safe included 16 partners from 11 EU countries and 17
A survey on herb and spice authenticity in Europe has found potential adulteration, illegal dyes and allergens.
The work was overseen by DG SANTE, the European Commission’s health and
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
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
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
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,
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
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
