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Sampling projects find adulteration and allergen issues

By Joe Whitworth on September 22, 2023

Two sampling projects have found issues with meat substitution and undeclared allergens despite an overall high level of compliance.

Findings come from targeted surveillance sampling of products in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland for the…

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FAO and WHO release full report on hazards in produce

By Joe Whitworth on September 14, 2023

FAO and WHO have published the full report of an analysis looking at reducing the risk of microbiological hazards in fresh fruits and vegetables.

The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Health Organization…

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Scientists assess ways to control hazards in produce

By Joe Whitworth on September 21, 2022

Experts have evaluated a range of methods to combat microbial hazards in fruit and vegetables.

The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Meetings on Microbial Risk Assessment (JEMRA) covered the prevention and control of microbiological hazards in fresh…

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People urged to cook frozen fruit and vegetables because of Listeria findings

By Joe Whitworth on May 21, 2022

Listeria monocytogenes has been detected in a number of frozen vegetables tested in Ireland.

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) said findings show a potential risk of illness for consumers who have non-ready-to-eat (RTE)…
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EU survey on herbs and spices finds fraud, dyes, extraneous material, allergen risks

By Joe Whitworth on December 1, 2021

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 safety body, and carried out in…
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EU evaluates food irradiation rules as usage declines

By Joe Whitworth on September 2, 2021

An evaluation of food irradiation rules in Europe has found legislation is unlikely to have much impact on use because of a decline driven by industry and consumer fears, despite scientific evidence of its safety.
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Shenandoah Growers recalls organic basil from 10 states after positive parasite test

By News Desk on February 9, 2021

Shenandoah Growers Inc. is recalling its fresh cut, packaged organic basil packed at its Indianapolis location because sample tests showed the Cyclospora parasite. Retailers, including Kroger and Schnuck’s received the implicated herb.

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Fresh mint linked to Danish Shigella outbreak

By Joe Whitworth on October 14, 2020

A Shigella outbreak in Denmark that sickened more than 40 people was likely caused by imported fresh mint.

In August and September, 44 Danes became ill including 30 women and 14 men between 0 and…
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EU audit finds Egypt’s control system in transition stage

By News Desk on July 9, 2019

The system in Egypt to control microbiological risks in food of non-animal origin for export to the European Union is in a phase of transition and reform, according to a report.

An audit led by…
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Study finds pathogen issues with ready-to-eat salad and sprouts

By News Desk on June 19, 2019

A study by German researchers has raised concerns on the microbiological quality of ready-to-eat salad mixes and fresh sprouts.

The three-year research project by the Max Rubner Institute also found the microbiological quality of cucumbers,…
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