Food safety authorities in the UK have conducted a thorough assessment of the risk posed by Listeria bacteria in blue cheese, particularly concerning vulnerable populations such as pregnant women, the elderly, infants, and those with weakened immune systems. The Food…
In a food facility, one of the points of concern is waste management; apart from the environmental sustainability aspect of managing your waste, improper waste handling and disposal can significantly affect your food facility’s hygiene and the safety of the…
Belgium has taken proactive steps in sharing the benefits of its food safety barometer, setting an example for global cooperation in ensuring the safety of our food supply. In parallel, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the UN…
The recent nine-day closure of a popular restaurant in Lewiston, ME, has triggered a closer examination of the events leading up to it. According to reports, concerns over an emerging cockroach infestation had been raised by staff members as far…
Amos Miller is set to make an appearance in a Pennsylvania state court on February 29th following a ruling by Judge Thomas Sponaugie. The court order, prompted by a request from the Pennsylvania Attorney General, prohibits Miller, his wife, and…
The evaluation of controls in the Irish dairy sector has identified both effective and deficient aspects in the system. The audit, conducted by a division of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), encompassed official controls within the…
The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) is allocating just over $2.7 million to fund ten new research projects aimed at addressing critical food safety concerns within the fresh produce industry. These projects involve principal investigators from research organizations in five…
Summary Product: Sweet Pepper (ground spice) Issue: Food – Allergen – Gluten What to do: Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products Audience: Retail Distribution: Alberta, Ontario, Quebec Affected products Brand Product Size UPC Codes Alumauy Sweet…
Koko Black Premium Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of the above products. The products have been available for sale at Koko Black, independent retail stores including IGA and online in VIC and WA. The product was also available at…
In 2022, Ireland witnessed a surge in infections attributed to E. coli, Salmonella, Campylobacter, and Listeria, as detailed in the latest data from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC). Amid the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, specific gastrointestinal infections exhibited…