All QA/QC systems (HACCP, FSMS) articles – Page 7
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ArticleProcess NIR in food manufacturing: from calibration to confidence
Process NIR in food manufacturing is transforming quality control. Real-time insights, cross-team collaboration, and unified strategies help reduce waste, improve efficiency, and build trust in production decisions.
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NewsCostco recalls Kirkland Signature ahi tuna wasabi poke over listeria concerns
Costco has recalled its Kirkland Signature ahi tuna wasabi poke after routine testing revealed possible listeria contamination in the green onions used. The recall affects over 3,000 pounds of product sold nationwide in September 2025.
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ArticleSilent Enemies: Part 1 – Under Pressure
In Part 1 of Silent Enemies, Dr Darin Detwiler draws on his time as a nuclear submarine officer to explore lessons of responsibility, risk and vigilance that later shaped his career in food safety.
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NewsCostco US recalls sparkling wine over risk of shattering bottles
Costco has recalled its Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene in several US states after reports of bottles shattering. Shoppers are urged to dispose of the wine safely at home and will be given a full refund.
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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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NewsBRAINR raises record €11m to drive digital transformation in food manufacturing
Lisbon-based startup BRAINR has raised €11 million in a record seed round to digitise food manufacturing. Its cloud platform already manages a quarter of Portugal’s meat production, cutting waste and improving traceability.
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ArticleUnderstanding rising British food prices
Rising UK food prices in 2025 aren’t down to imports or commodities – they’re the result of Labour Government policies hitting working families and the grocery sector. Dr Clive Black unpicks the causes and long-term impact.
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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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NewsMPs warn illegal meat smuggling crisis risks major disease outbreak
A new EFRA Committee report has said illegal meat smuggling is rising, putting public health, farming and UK food security at risk.
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ArticleAdvancing food innovation for a healthier future
Accelerate the time to market for your novel food ingredients and products with trusted human safety testing.
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ArticleFrom tip-off to convictions: inside the battle against food crime
Professor Chris Elliott gives exclusive sobering insight into the criminal undertakings of trusted food industry actors – highlighting the extensive work that’s necessary to uncover the source of food fraud.
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NewsTesco recalls ready meal after undeclared allergens found
Tesco has recalled its Stir Fry Tikka Chicken ready meal after undeclared egg and mustard were discovered in the accompanying sauce sachet.
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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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Trading away our food security: the collapse of Britain’s bioethanol industry exposes a national vulnerability
Professor Chris Elliott warns that the collapse of the UK’s bioethanol industry is not just an energy issue but a direct threat to national food security. Exposing the trade-offs made in the UK–US deal, he explains how government policy has undermined farmers, destabilised supply chains and left Britain dangerously reliant ...
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ArticleGeopolitics of food fraud: how globalisation fuels the counterfeit food trade
Filippo Grassi, food industry analyst, and Daniel Davis, supply chain specialist, investigate the rising threat of food fraud, from mislabelled produce to meat and seafood scandals. They explore real-world cases, consumer risks, and how traceability, regulation, and technology can protect global supply chains.
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WhitepaperNorwich scientists create vitamin enriched tomatoes
Researchers at the John Innes Centre at Norwich Research Park have used gene-editing techniques to produce a vitamin D3 enriched tomato