Belgium fights for its fries… and wins as European Union pardons national dish!
European Union excuses Belgian fries from new Food Safety regulations.
Europe moving toward reducing acrylamide in food
Last week, European Member States decided to approve the European Commission’s proposal to reduce the presence of acrylamide in food. Once new regulations are in place, they will require food […]
US will not resume Brazil beef imports until food safety addressed
The United States will not resume imports of beef from Brazil until food safety issues have been addressed, US Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced. Purdue met with his Brazilian counterpart, […]
Food Safety in a “foodie” culture: proactively protecting the foodservice supply chain
Whether it’s celebrating a milestone birthday or taking a casual cruise through the drive-thru, Americans prefer dining out over cooking a meal at home for the first time in history. […]
This is how restaurant chefs are taking risks with your food safety
A survey of more than 200 chefs reveals some questionable food safety practices in restaurant kitchens. Whenever you eat out, you’re doing it in good faith. You’re putting trust in […]
Shortage of public health veterinarians could threaten Food Safety
On-going vacancies and funding shortages for public-health veterinarians, particularly those with the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), could hamper efforts to ensure the safety of U.S. meat products […]
The revision of ISO 22000 on food management moves one step further
Revision is ongoing for ISO 22000 on food safety management systems, which has just reached the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage. The revised standard will incorporate a new core structure […]
What you should know about how eggs are monitored for food safety in the USA
Many agencies of the USDA work to keep eggs safe from farm to table. Food safety is a major concern and responsibility of the federal, state and local governments. Safe […]
Blockchain seen as tool in food safety
The food industry is turning to the same technology used by virtual currencies to strengthen food safety and inventory management by tracking meats and crops from farm to table. Working […]
Study: effective handwashing does not require hot water?
Handwashing is a hot topic in the world of food safety. Lack of proper handwashing procedures in foodservice and other sectors can lead to the spread of foodborne illness. Are […]
From bean to bar: the challenges of the cocoa industry
It is the key ingredient in one of the world’s favourite affordable luxury treats, but the reality behind cocoa is bittersweet. A sustainable cocoa industry is the goal of a […]
Addressing food security in a changing world
When it comes to ensuring food security and sustainable agriculture, there simply is no “one size fits all”. Many interventions that have attempted to address the challenges of food security […]
Putting waste water to good use
Wastewater irrigation is an economical and high-in-nutrients option for even the poorest farmers. But, if untreated, the consequences for our health and the environment can be catastrophic. Discover the techniques […]
Vector-borne diseases storymaps: a new tool for Food Safety professionals and Risk Managers
EFSA has launched 36 interactive storymaps that provide user-friendly information on vector-borne diseases – from their geographical spread, to the risk of introduction in the EU to prevention and control […]
Plastic food contact materials: clearer guidance for applicants
Updated guidance provides applicants with clearer advice on how to submit dossiers on plastic food contact materials before they can be put on the market in the European Union. Previously […]
Building an integrated Food Safety System one brick at a time
Abraham Lincoln was once quoted as saying, “Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.” You must be wondering how long you […]
Cocoa: a sweet value chain
Follow the journey of the humble cocoa bean from a tropical plantation to one of the world’s most loved products, chocolate. Find out how in today’s global value chain, sanitary […]
Food in EU mostly pesticide-free
New data out of the European Union (EU) shows that food consumed in that region is still mostly pesticide-free. A monitoring report published by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) […]
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Food for thought: Food Safety around the world
Recently, food safety has been receiving major attention due to trends such as globalization of the food supply, rapid urbanization, complexity of food preparation, increasing numbers of at risk people, […]
A History of Food Safety
The consequences of unsafe food can be serious. As many of today’s food products repeatedly cross national boundaries, International Standards are needed to ensure the safety of the global food […]
ISO and Food Safety
The consequences of unsafe food can be serious and ISO’s food safety management standards help organizations identify and control food safety hazards. As many of today’s food products repeatedly cross […]
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U.S. has no beef with spoiled Brazilian meat
After reports of inspectors taking bribes to allow the sale of contaminated meat, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now testing shipments of raw beef and ready-to-eat meat products […]
5 things to know about color-coding
Color-coding is an important part of any food safety program. Not only does it help prevent cross-contamination due to pathogens, allergens and foreign contaminates, color-coding has a variety of other […]
Cookbooks’ missing ingredient? Food Safety!
Cookbooks may be leaving out a crucial step in recipes: food safety. The vast majority of recipes found in popular cookbooks offer little useful advice to keep you from getting […]
A new path for pesticide assessment
It is one of the most debated questions in chemical risk assessment: can exposure to chemicals such as pesticides cause ill health in humans? Scientists currently rely on experimental toxicology […]
Fast food chicken: testing Subway, McDonald’s, A&W, Wendy’s & Tim Hortons
What’s in your chicken sandwich? DNA test shows Subway sandwiches could contain just 50% chicken. If you’re one of many who opt for chicken sandwiches at your favourite fast food […]
Taking auditing to new level with International Standard under revision
ISO’s popular standard for auditing management systems is under revision and has just reached the first voting stage, a crucial step in its development. Organizations are increasingly turning to management […]
8 popular American foods that aren’t what you think they are
Food fraud is a $50 billion annual industry — and you’re probably eating some of the evidence. From Kobe beef to Parmesan cheese, restaurants and grocery stores are packed with […]