USDA declares United States free from plum pox virus after 20 years
USDA Under Secretary Ibach has signed a proclamation marking the official eradication of plum pox virus in the US, after its detection in Pennsylvania in 1999.
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Researchers use centrifugal force to fabricate edible meat fibres
Researchers have grown rabbit and cow muscle cells on edible gelatine scaffolds that are said to mimic the texture and consistency of meat.
Uncooked Impossible Burgers illegally being sold in US supermarkets
Center for Food Safety has called on the US Food and Drug Administration to recall the uncooked Impossible Burgers currently being sold in US supermarkets due to concerns over a colour additive approval.
Pork and turkey products recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
The George's Prepared Food ready-to-eat pork and turkey sausage patty items were produced on 19 April 2019, 27 April 2019, 7 May 2019 and 9 May 2019.
Survey reveals sustainable packaging likely to become “battleground for premium alcohol producers”
GlobalData’s 2019 Q3 consumer survey found that 71 percent of global consumers consider it ‘quite’ or ‘extremely’ important for product packaging to be made from sustainable or renewable sources.
China finalises UK beef export agreement
The British beef industry is set to benefit from an estimated £230 million boost as the Chinese government has finalised details of a UK-China agreement.
Unregulated antibiotics heading for poultry farm seized at UK airport
The incident is said to likely raise concerns in Europe about the safety of food supplies after the UK leaves the EU.
Beef products recalled due to possible E. Coli O157:H7 contamination
The Pride of Florida raw ground beef items were produced on a number of dates between 23 September 2019 to 10 October 2019.
New Food and Food Integrity 2020 global survey produces surprising results
Our recent industry survey gathers opinions from leading food and beverage professionals.
Raw meat-based BARF diets spread antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Amid the evolution of troublesome antibiotic-resistant bacteria, scientists have discovered that today’s pet owners may unwittingly be party to the problem through their choice of pet food.
Lawsuit filed to stop USDA’s pork line speed rule
The UFCW has filed a lawsuit against the USDA's swine slaughter modernisation rule which it says will put "thousands of workers in harm’s way".
Firm fined after allergic reaction to tzatziki
Zorba Delicacies has pleaded guilty to food safety charges after a woman suffered an allergic reaction after it mistakenly put egg in a pot of tzatziki.
PerkinElmer’s new paddy rice analysis technology unites image and pressure testing
PerkinElmer, Inc. has launched a rice quality testing platform that speeds sample throughput, increases accuracy and provides standardisation of results for more consistent classification.
UK beef industry calls for protection in the event of a no-deal Brexit
A joint statement on behalf of the UK meat processing industry has outlined how the no-deal Brexit temporary tariff plan will have consequences for suppliers.
Samurai, Inc recalls popcorn product due to undeclared fish
Over 16 thousand packages of Samurai Inc Furikake Popcorn 5oz packages have been recalled due to fish content which is not declared on the labelling.
