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Food security breach at McCain spreads throughout US
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A recall by McCain Foods in the US has snowballed to involve more than 24 chain stores and 13 food companies - including Wal-Mart, Whole Foods Market, 7-eleven and Trader Joe's - selling pre-made salads and ready meals.
US$75,000 food security research grant up for grabs
$75,000 will be awarded to an individual or organisation for research that could revolutionise the food security industry.
Safer pesticides could help fight armyworm in Africa
A study has shown that a plague of armyworm in Africa could be controlled through using biopesticides instead of harmful chemicals.
Microplastics found in human faeces
Scientists have identified evidence of microplastics in the faeces of each participant in an international study spanning seven countries.
UK consumers advised on meat-handling methods, as Salmonella Typhimurium cases rise
Since June 2018, a further 165 cases have been reported.
FDA launches draft food-safety guidance for US producers
One aims to help US farmers, the other should help processors adhere to fresh-cut produce standards.
Global Food Security Index 2018 puts Singapore on top
The Global Food Security Index reveals that the US had slower rate of improvement than that achieved by other countries, causing it to drop to third place.
Refined fibre in processed food could have negative health effects
The addition of refined fibre to processed food could be detrimental to human health, with research suggesting it could lead to liver cancer.
Beyond Meat rumoured to be going public
If true, it would be the first plant-based meat company to do so.
BSE case reported in Aberdeenshire
Case confirmed at a farm in the Huntly area of Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
Farmed shrimp imported to the EU “as safe as any other seafood product”
Experts in Scotland reported their findings after using EU data to perform a risk assessment.
Mondelez International commits to making all packaging recyclable
Mondelēz International has announced a new commitment to make all packaging recyclable and provide recycling information by 2025.
“Our actions are our future. A #ZeroHunger world by 2030 is possible”
Director-General of The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) urges joining of forces and renewed effort.
Researchers breed pigs resistant to deadly virus
Researchers at the University of Missouri have successfully produced a litter of pigs that are genetically resistant to a deadly porcine virus.
