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NewsCDC links 345 Salmonella cases to recalled Mexican jalapeños
US authorities have launched a recall of Mexican jalapeños after a Salmonella outbreak made 345 people ill across 27 states.
OpinionThe perfect storm for seafood fraud
The seafood industry is enormous, so too its supply chains. With consumers willing to pay premium prices for the healthy protein source, fraudulent practices have inevitably followed – on shocking scales. Chris Elliott reveals how the industry is responding and what businesses can do to boost credibility and protect consumers.
NewsFour arrested as NFCU seizes 4.25 tonnes of illegal meat
Authorities have arrested four men, seized 4.25 tonnes of illegal meat and launched a criminal investigation following a Dudley operation.
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NewsIndustrial poultry farming accelerates Campylobacter spread, Oxford study finds
Oxford researchers link industrial poultry expansion to faster Campylobacter spread, bacterial adaptation and growing antimicrobial resistance risks across food systems.
ArticleThe Odyssey of consumer trust – Part two: Homecoming
What it means to deserve the world’s trust.
NewsIAFP 2026: USDA outlines Salmonella SAFE strategy as FDA tightens chemical oversight
US regulators set out plans to accelerate Salmonella action, strengthen traceability and tighten food chemical oversight at IAFP 2026.
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ArticleThe Odyssey of consumer trust – Part one: Departure
Food may be the world’s most global product, but trust remains its most personal ingredient.
ArticleSetting pass/fail criteria with GENESYS custom method application: Sports drink quality testing
In manufacturing environments, testing for product quality is vital. Products must be tested not only to ensure batch-to-batch consistency, but to confirm no contaminants are present. Contaminants could have a minor effect like causing a change in the appearance of a material, or in some cases they could cause more ...
NewsIceberg lettuce recall widens as Cyclospora traceback names Taylor Farms
A five-state Cyclospora outbreak has driven a 27-state iceberg lettuce recall - with no positive product sample yet.
ArticleMoving AI beyond pilot: a compliance guide for food businesses
AI can sharpen forecasts, accelerate traceability and support customer communications. But if an AI-related failure contributes to a safety or compliance problem, the food business may still face a recall, enforcement action and the regulator’s questions. Here is what technical and compliance leaders need to consider before moving AI from pilot into production.
NewsFDA writes to infant formula manufacturers urging them to tighten supplier oversight
US regulator demands stronger ingredient controls after botulism outbreaks and contamination incidents exposed vulnerabilities across global infant formula supply chains.
ReportWhat food manufacturers need from testing in 2026: smarter decisions, stronger assurance
As food businesses face faster risks, more complex products and growing demands for proof, testing is being asked to deliver more than routine evidence. The What food manufacturers need from testing in 2026 report examines how testing is evolving into a sharper tool for confidence, control and action.
NewsFSA issues new guidance for cell-cultivated food approvals
The four new guidance documents aim to cut approval delays and help UK cell-cultivated food businesses meet safety and hygiene rules.
OpinionFood fraud could be flourishing in Britain’s forgotten supply chains
The recent successful conviction of Kismet Kebabs Ltd is as encouraging as it is concerning… Professor Chris Elliott explains why.
NewsM&S recalls Truffle Gouda in Northern Ireland over listeria risk
The retailer has warned customers not to eat the affected Truffle Gouda after Listeria monocytogenes was identified.
NewsBreast Cancer UK urges switch from plastic cooking utensils over food-contact chemical concerns
The charity warns heat and wear may drive chemical migration into food as pressure builds for tighter UK food-contact material rules.
NewsNew Listeria label proposed for ready-to-eat foods such as smoked salmon
DTU National Food Institute researchers say a voluntary “STABILISED” label could help consumers identify ready-to-eat foods that prevent Listeria growth and reduce infections.
ArticleCombining modern approaches in food pathogen detection with smarter control strategies
As food safety laboratories strive for faster, reliable, and audit-ready pathogen detection, success depends on more than advanced molecular methods. Robust workflows, contamination control, and compliance are now just as critical as PCR performance.
NewsFerrero recalls selected Nutella bakery products across UK and Europe
The precautionary withdrawal affects selected batches distributed across seven European markets, with only Nutella Croissant impacted in the UK.
OpinionCold chains, red-hot risks: the critical infrastructure not talked about enough
Few things spread fear more effectively than mistrust of the food supply. Professor Chris Elliott demonstrates how decisive cold chains are to the safety of food systems and why their protection must be a top priority and collective effort.
NewsClay technology could extend fresh produce shelf life and cut food waste
University of Copenhagen researchers have developed a modified clay that captures ethylene gas, with the potential to slow fresh produce ripening, reduce spoilage and cut food waste.
OpinionMicroplastics, PET packaging and the need for standardised science
Microplastics are a growing concern for consumers and the food industry. But how much of the coverage reflects the evidence? Laura Stewart, Executive Director at NAPCOR, argues that conclusions about PET should be based on robust science and its long-established safety record.