The latest report on possible frauds and other non-compliances raised by EU member states features horses, ethylene oxide, and products skipping border controls.
The number of food and other fraud
The European Commission has registered two new European Citizens’ Initiatives related to animal farms and labeling of food.
The European Citizens’ Initiatives are “Stop Cruelty Stop Slaughter” and “Stop Fake
The Food and Drug Administration sends warning letters to entities under its jurisdiction as part of its enforcement activities. Some letters are not posted for public view until weeks or
The European Commission has found major problems with French controls in the water sector with the system not ensuring compliance with the rules.
A DG Sante audit was carried out
A study in China has provided estimates on the incidence of five pathogens, with norovirus coming at the top.
By examining rates across gender and age groups, scientists can identify
Ireland is to change who conducts certain official food controls to make the most of available resources.
Official controls currently undertaken by the Local Authority Veterinary Service (LAVS) will be
According to a recent report, most foodborne pathogens increased in the Netherlands in 2023 compared to the year before, and a large Salmonella outbreak with 150 cases was recorded.
The
The Food and Drug Administration continues using import alerts to enforce U.S. food safety regulations for food from foreign countries. The agency updates and modifies the alerts as needed.
Scientists have warned that the prevalence of Vibrio in seafood is expected to increase because of climate change.
An assessment by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) anticipated that the
Authorities in Norway are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to contact with birds and cats.
The Norwegian Institute of Public Health (FHI) said it has seen an increase in the
Iceland has been sanctioned for its system for official controls on food, feed, and veterinary affairs.
Iceland is part of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The EFTA Surveillance Authority
Researchers from the Netherlands are part of a team studying pathogens in plant-based products.
Scientists will genetically characterize pathogenic bacteria in plant-based products and map their growth and behavior.
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