All Contaminants & residues articles – Page 8
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NewsMcDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers linked to fatal E. coli outbreak in the US
Nearly 50 people have become ill, including one death, across 10 states, with those interviewed reporting eating at McDonald’s before falling ill.
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Recall roundup: Listeria monocytogenes and undeclared sulphites
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (11-17 October 2024), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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NewsResearchers discover PFAS chemicals in drinking water across UK and China
A new study reveals the presence of toxic 'Forever Chemicals' in drinking water samples available for consumption across the UK and China.
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Podcast
Episode 60: The growing concern of microplastics
In the latest episode of Food to Go, brought to you by the New Food team, Professor Gary Hardiman, Chair in Food Systems Biology at the Institute for Global Food Security at Queen’s University Belfast, sits down with Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell to discuss the growing concern of microplastics in ...
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NewsHow harnessing induced resistance could ensure a sustainable and resilient food supply
Scientists advocate for a holistic crop protection strategy centred on induced resistance to combat pest evolution and minimise pesticide harm.
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Recall Roundup: undeclared allergens and potential foodborne illness
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Recall Roundup: more undeclared peanuts and potential glue contamination
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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NewsUK Government’s African swine fever measures criticised by Dover Port Health Authority
Dover Port Health Authority warns that the Government's African swine fever measures could leave the UK vulnerable to a major disease outbreak.
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Recall Roundup: undeclared nuts, fish and Salmonella contamination
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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News“Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food” wins an Emmy
The hard-hitting Netflix documentary has been recognised for its powerful investigation into the dangers of foodborne illnesses, sparking renewed calls for industry reform.
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NewsBiofilm formation on food-contact surfaces presents a growing threat to food safety
New research underscores the critical need for innovative solutions to combat biofilm formation on food-contact surfaces, which poses a major risk to public health and food quality.
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Recall Roundup: undeclared peanuts, Listeria monocytogenes and metal contamination
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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NewsTemperature fluctuations found to harm fish quality in cold chain logistics
New research shows how temperature inconsistencies can degrade fish freshness, highlighting the need for improved seafood quality monitoring.
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Recall Roundup: Undeclared allergens and Salmonella contamination
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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NewsNew UD Study Reveals Water Management's Impact on Toxic Metals in Baby Food Staples
University of Delaware researchers uncover how water management affects toxic metal levels in rice and spinach, staples often found in baby food, potentially influencing future food safety policies.
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Recall Roundup: new cases of lead contamination and undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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NewsBreakthrough app can measure microplastic emissions from everyday items
Microplastics and nanoplastics are increasingly infiltrating our food, water and the air we breathe. To combat this, researchers at the University of British Columbia have now introduced a low-cost tool designed to accurately measure plastic particles from everyday sources such as disposable cups and water bottles.
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Recall Roundup: Safety concerns and undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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The return of the blue-green menace that threatens so many
Lough Neagh, the largest freshwater lake in the British Isles, is facing an environmental crisis of unprecedented scale. Once a haven for wildlife and a crucial source of drinking water, the lake turned a murky green in the summer of 2023 due to a massive bloom of bacteria. As the ...
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NewsNew grant awarded to support the progression of hydroponic food production
The grant offers the industry an opportunity to study food safety, plant pathogens and pests in hydroponics.