In April 2025, the number of suspected food fraud and other non-compliance alerts across Europe remained steady, with 235 reports—nearly identical to the 237 recorded in March. However, this represents a significant drop from April 2024, when 341 cases were…
Every year on June 7, we recognize World Food Safety Day (WFSD)—and in 2025, we mark its seventh edition. This global observance raises awareness and drives real action to prevent, detect, and manage foodborne risks. The ultimate goal: to protect…
Food contamination poses serious risks—not only to public health but also to a food business’s reputation. Illness, injury, or even death can result from unsafe food, and the consequences for a business found responsible can be devastating. While many believe…
If you run a food business, you’re legally required to follow strict food hygiene practices. These aren’t just boxes to tick—they ensure the food you serve or sell is safe to eat. But it’s not enough to do the right…
When we bite into a juicy apple, sip on a fresh-pressed juice, or savor a gourmet meal, we trust that the food we eat is safe. But behind that confidence is a powerful, science-based system that has been quietly working…
Food safety alerts across Europe increased in 2024, signaling both rising challenges and stronger oversight among EU member states. According to the European Commission, 9,460 notifications were issued through the Alert and Cooperation Network (ACN), marking an 8% rise compared…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is inviting public comments as part of Operation Stork Speed—a new initiative aimed at strengthening the safety, nutritional quality, and transparency of infant formula in the United States. Launched in March, Operation Stork…
European authorities reported a slight increase in food fraud and non-compliance cases in March 2025, with 237 alerts, up from 214 in February, though still below the record high of 345 in March 2024. These alerts—compiled in the European Commission’s…
As summer kicks off and cookouts heat up, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is reminding everyone to keep food safety front and center during outdoor gatherings. “Food safety is important all year, but…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning letter to Country Favor Inc., a food importer based in Maspeth, NY, citing serious violations of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP)—a critical regulatory requirement designed to protect the…