whole genome sequencing (WGS)

Machine learning links up to 64 percent of Salmonella cases to chicken and vegetables

A study by the CDC, FDA and USDA used whole-genome sequencing (WGS) and machine learning to identify chicken and vegetables as leading sources of Salmonella enterica infections in the

By Jonan Pilet

/ 24 Mar 2025

Machine learning links up to 64 percent of Salmonella cases to chicken and vegetables

EU passes regulation on use of WGS during outbreaks

The European Commission has adopted legislation requiring EU countries to do Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) during foodborne outbreaks. Member states will need to collect Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, E. coli, Campylobacter

By Joe Whitworth

/ 6 Feb 2025

EU passes regulation on use of WGS during outbreaks

FDA supports EU’s WGS outbreak plan; food industry groups voice concerns

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has backed European plans to use whole genome sequencing (WGS) to help solve outbreaks. The European Commission recently asked for comments on

By Joe Whitworth

/ 24 Sep 2024

FDA supports EU’s WGS outbreak plan; food industry groups voice concerns

EU Commission proposes use of WGS to help solve outbreaks

The European Commission has proposed legislation requiring EU countries to do whole genome sequencing (WGS) during foodborne outbreaks. Officials said the plans would facilitate investigations into outbreaks and the timely

By Joe Whitworth

/ 24 Aug 2024

EU Commission proposes use of WGS to help solve outbreaks

FAO plans WGS meeting; WHO wants aflatoxin data

The chance to participate in a meeting on whole genome sequencing (WGS) for food safety and water surveillance has been opened. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) will organize

By News Desk

/ 8 Aug 2024

FAO plans WGS meeting; WHO wants aflatoxin data

Scientists push for broader adoption of genomic surveillance

Researchers have urged a change in the way microbial food safety is considered. Experts from the Quadram Institute, the University of East Anglia, the Royal Veterinary College, and Massey University

By News Desk

/ 12 Jun 2024

Scientists push for broader adoption of genomic surveillance

CDC says the Listeria outbreak linked to peaches is over, with one dead

A multi-year outbreak of Listeria infections traced to peaches, nectarines, and plums has been declared over by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In its final update, the

By Coral Beach

/ 1 Feb 2024

CDC says the Listeria outbreak linked to peaches is over, with one dead

Belgium shares benefits of food safety barometer

A food safety barometer in Belgium has found improvements in the country during the past decade. The purpose is to measure food safety and enable evidence-based risk management and

By Joe Whitworth

/ 30 Jan 2024

Belgium shares benefits of food safety barometer

The project assesses potential WGS use for Listeria in Norway

Whole genome sequencing (WGS) by companies in Norway will likely be used for certain samples or in particular situations instead of all the time, according to a report. The report

By Joe Whitworth

/ 17 Jan 2024

The project assesses potential WGS use for Listeria in Norway

WGS and cell-based food on FAO’s 2024 agenda

The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) plans to publish reports on cell-based food, precision fermentation, and whole genome sequencing (WGS) in 2024. FAO and the China National Center

By Joe Whitworth

/ 26 Dec 2023

WGS and cell-based food on FAO’s 2024 agenda

High technology is the key to detecting foodborne outbreaks over space and time

Most people think of foodborne illness outbreaks as spanning a few days or weeks. But, with current technology, disease detectives can find patients of a single outbreak spread across several

By Coral Beach

/ 11 Dec 2023

High technology is the key to detecting foodborne outbreaks over space and time

WHO unveils WGS guides to help tackle foodborne disease

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a guide for use of whole genome sequencing (WGS) in food safety. The guidance comes in three parts. The first explains the minimum

By News Desk

/ 9 Nov 2023

WHO unveils WGS guides to help tackle foodborne disease

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whole genome sequencing (WGS)

Machine learning links up to 64 percent of Salmonella cases to chicken and vegetables

EU passes regulation on use of WGS during outbreaks

FDA supports EU’s WGS outbreak plan; food industry groups voice concerns

EU Commission proposes use of WGS to help solve outbreaks

FAO plans WGS meeting; WHO wants aflatoxin data

Scientists push for broader adoption of genomic surveillance

CDC says the Listeria outbreak linked to peaches is over, with one dead

Belgium shares benefits of food safety barometer

The project assesses potential WGS use for Listeria in Norway

WGS and cell-based food on FAO’s 2024 agenda

High technology is the key to detecting foodborne outbreaks over space and time

WHO unveils WGS guides to help tackle foodborne disease

Your Support Protects Public Health