The debate surrounding the legality and safety of raw milk sales in the United States continues to captivate legislators, public health officials, and consumers alike, as raw milk, milk that hasn’t undergone pasteurization to eliminate harmful bacteria, remains a contentious…
A recent report by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Health Organization (WHO) highlights the challenges in controlling Campylobacter contamination in chicken meat. Despite various interventions tested, no method has been found to effectively control the bacterium.…
The FDA has issued a warning about several ground cinnamon products found to contain elevated levels of lead, posing potential health risks to consumers. The affected brands include La Fiesta, Marcum, MK, Swad, Supreme Tradition, and El Chilar, sold at…
In a tragic incident in Poland, investigations into the death of a 54-year-old individual from Ukraine have revealed very high levels of sodium nitrite in meat samples. These samples, analyzed by the National Veterinary Research Institute in Puławy, showed concentrations…
Finnish authorities are grappling with an increase in hepatitis E infections, with suspicions pointing towards a specific meat product contaminated with the virus. The surge in cases, totaling 81 reported infections in January and February alone, marks a significant rise…
New York State is joining the movement to ban harmful additives in food and beverages, with lawmakers introducing two bills aimed at safeguarding consumers from potentially dangerous substances commonly used in food production. The first bill, A6424A/S6055B, seeks to prohibit…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) declared a significant milestone in food safety by confirming the cessation of the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging across the United States. PFAS, once prevalent in items like pizza…
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is soliciting input on proposed guidance concerning Mechanically Separated Meat (MSM), following recent legal rulings that clarified its definition and regulatory implications. These guidelines aim to assist food businesses, particularly in England, Wales, and Northern…
A recent report published by the European Commission sheds light on discussions surrounding suspected fraud across European countries, with a focus on various product categories, notably fruit and vegetables, during January. The report, the first of its monthly series, collates…
The latest data released by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) underscores the persistent challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Europe, particularly in Salmonella and Campylobacter isolates from humans. This…