All Contaminants & residues articles – Page 4
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ArticleSilent Enemies: Part 2 – Voices Carry
Signals and missed opportunities push margins of error in submarines and in food safety. In Part 2 of Silent Enemies, Dr Darin Detwiler explores what it means to listen before it’s too late.
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NewsUK foodborne disease surveillance strengthened as FSA concludes PATH-SAFE programme
PATH-SAFE delivered new tools, genomic data and stronger partnerships, transforming UK foodborne disease surveillance and shaping future national biosecurity strategy.
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NewsSainsbury’s recalls own-brand houmous products over E. coli contamination fears
E. coli fears prompt Sainsbury’s recall of two own-brand houmous lines, with shoppers urged not to consume products.
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NewsFrozen burrito bowls sold at Target recalled over undeclared shrimp
One Frozen LLC recalls over 57,000 Good & Gather burrito bowls sold at Target after reports of undeclared shrimp raise allergy risk concerns.
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NewsGlobal Glove Safety Day returns, warning of hidden food contamination risks
This year’s theme, “Don’t assume gloved hands are clean,” warns the food industry of hidden contamination risks and the dangers of blindly trusting protective gear.
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ArticleClosing the gaps in food inspection: smarter solutions for foreign body detection
Food recalls continue to make headlines, posing serious risks to consumer health and damaging brand reputation, sometimes irreparably. Despite metal detection being the long-standing industry standard for quality control, it is no longer sufficient on its own. Glen Oxborough, Business Manager – X-ray Inspection at Ishida Europe, explains why today’s ...
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NewsFDA expands shrimp recall amid cesium-137 contamination concerns
The FDA has broadened its recall of frozen shrimp from Aquastar and Kroger after traces of radioactive cesium-137 were found. More than 44,000 packages sold across multiple US retailers are affected.
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FDA recalls eggs linked to salmonella outbreak across 14 states
FDA recalls Country Eggs cage-free eggs after salmonella outbreak sickens 95 people across 14 US states.
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ArticleWhy the Walls ice cream recall is a wake-up call for food safety
When a labelling error forced Walls to recall thousands of ice creams, supply chains were disrupted and the incident attracted widespread attention across the UK. In this article, Pete Gillett of Marketpoint Recall explains the key lessons in food recall management and how smart preparation can help brands prevent costly ...
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NewsFDA warns consumers not to eat potentially radioactive shrimp sold at Walmart
The FDA has recalled Walmart’s Great Value raw frozen shrimp amid fears of radioactive caesium-137 contamination linked to shipments from Indonesian supplier BMS Foods.
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NewsFarmfoods recalls chicken curry ready meal over undeclared prawns
Farmfoods is recalling its Ultimate Keralan Chicken Curry after prawns were found in packs, posing serious risk to allergy sufferers.
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NewsDollar General recalls instant coffee across 48 states over glass contamination
Dollar General has recalled three lots of Clover Valley instant coffee from stores nationwide after a customer reported possible glass fragments.
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NewsHow AI can help detect mycotoxins and prevent millions of food poisoning cases
Researchers from the University of South Australia demonstrate how AI and hyperspectral imaging can detect mycotoxins in cereals and nuts, offering a potential solution to prevent millions of food poisoning cases.
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NewsItaly orders broccoli rabe recall after botulism outbreak causes death and hospitalisations
A deadly outbreak linked to contaminated broccoli rabe (cime di rapa) has left two dead and 14 others hospitalised in southern Italy, prompting a nationwide recall.
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NewsMetal contamination sparks Class I recall of over 1,000 pounds of ground beef
Ada Valley is urgently recalling its frozen ready-to-eat ground beef due to metal contamination, affecting shipments in five US states.
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ArticleFSMA 204, psychoactive compounds and more: food safety insights from IAFP 2025
As IAFP 2025 draws to a close, New Food’s Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell highlights four key sessions that shaped this year’s vital food safety discussions.
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Tesco recalls three meal deal items over Salmonella contamination fears
Tesco recalls chilled pasta salads after detecting Salmonella in routine tests, warning customers not to eat affected items.
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NewsTuna products recalled across seven US states over listeria contamination risk
Reser’s Fine Foods recalls tuna salad products sold in seven US states over listeria risk linked to contaminated breadcrumbs.