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FDA sends warnings to companies illegally selling hangover supplements
Seven companies selling dietary supplements which illegally claim to treat hangovers have been issued warning letters and have 15 days to respond.
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Industry responds to part one of the National Food Strategy
Part one of the National Food Strategy has been published by Henry Dimbleby, offering recommendations for the future of food policy and trade. Here, New Food highlights the views of some key industry players...
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FDA amends export procedures to China for dairy and infant formula firms
The Economic and Trade Agreement will no longer require confirmation that a third-party auditor has found firms to be in compliance with relevant food standards and regulations.
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Lawsuit challenges USDA’s labelling of GMO foods as “bioegineered”
The Center for Food Safety (CFS) claimed that the new labelling rules will not only confuse Americans, but will result in a lack of transparency and clarity.
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Report calls for International Coffee Agreement to end African exploitation
A report by Selina Wamucii has given a ground-up perspective on how Africa’s coffee farmers are being exploited by an industry that makes billions of dollars every year.
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Trade and Agriculture Commission formally launched
International Trade Secretary Liz Truss goes ahead with new Trade and Agriculture Commission.
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Food fraud – one of the big winners during the COVID pandemic
During the coronavirus pandemic, food fraud has been on the rise – but this is just the beginning, warns Professor Chris Elliott.
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FSA launches consultation on revised wild game guidance
The consultation has been launched about revised guidance for hunters and retailers on the safe handling, preparation and supply of wild game and wild game meat.
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USDA provides update on investigation following beef plant closures
USDA has released a report on its ongoing investigation to examine the economic impacts of the 2019 Tyson beef plant fire and as well as the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Two Closure Orders issued by HSE due to food safety breaches
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland's Chief Executive says now is the time to check for pests and carry out a deep clean, following two Closure Orders in June.
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References: The perfect microbiological match
Andy Muirhead, ALS Microbiology, explains how to choose the most appropriate microbiological specification for your specific product.
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European dairy sector defends Single Market principle
Members of the European Dairy Association have argued that Mandatory National Origin Labelling for milk and milk products will jeopardise the success of the dairy sector.
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Study reveals scale of illegal soy and beef exports from Brazil to EU
A peer-reviewed report has revealed that large quantities of head and up to one-fifth of Brazil's surging soy exports to the European Union are tainted by illegal deforestation.
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FSMA Intentional Adulteration Rule inspections to begin in March 2021
Once inspections for small businesses begin in March 2021, the FDA will perform "quick checks” during regularly scheduled food safety inspections to identify potential breaches of the Intentional Adulteration rule.
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Diversity in the Trade and Agriculture Commission
Chris Elliott points out some crucial gaps within the newly announced Trade and Agriculture Commission, including a lack of women, animal welfare champions and expertise in international trade.
