The National Confectioners Association (NCA) has responded to the Consumer Reports study published earlier this week on levels of lead and cadmium in chocolate and cocoa.
“Chocolate and cocoa are
CR today released test results that have it urging Hershey’s to get harmful lead and cadmium out of its chocolate products Key Findings: Full Report:https://www.consumerreports.org/health/food-safety/a-third-of-chocolate-products-are-high-in-heavy-metals-a4844566398/ (To sign up for a free subscript
By Ben Chapman and Don Schaffner
We spend a lot of time talking about food safety risks to various stakeholders, including consumers. As co-hosts of “Risky or Not”, we know
There has been an increase in the number of young Australians who always wash their hands before handling food, according to a survey.
Two thirds of 18 to 34 year
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has identified a case of hepatitis A in a Lewiston food service worker.
The individual worked during their infectious period at Marco’
Many infant formula preparation devices do not produce water hot enough to kill harmful bacteria, according to a study by Swansea University scientists.
Powdered infant formula (PIF) is reconstituted into
Those reusable grocery shopping bags have made the list of things to avoid at the grocery shore.
So called one-time grocery plastic bags are now banned in many locations in
Food safety specialist Francine L. Shaw has unveiled her new book, “Who Watches the Kitchen?” This exposé delves into the hidden truths of the food service industry, bringing light to
The animal research and diagnostic lab at South Dakota State University has confirmed the presence of Anthrax in a beef herd West of the Missouri River.
According to the Centers
Import alerts, warning letters, and seizures by U.S. Marshals involving the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are not uncommon where Kratom is involved. The tropical tree native
As Americans gear up to celebrate Labor Day with outdoor gatherings, barbecues, and picnics, everyone should prioritize food safety to avoid the risk of foodborne illnesses. Labor Day is an
By legislative action, Oregon is putting up $9 million for the Oregon Department of Agriculture to conduct state meat inspections.
Oregon’s State Inspection Program meets the same regulatory safeguards
