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Recall Roundup: Asda, Morrisons and Gerber baby teething sticks
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (18-24 April 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Putting life-saving adrenaline within reach: Kitt Medical’s allergy response mission
For this month’s Ingredients for Change and to mark Allergy Awareness Week, we speak to Zak Marks, Co-founder and CEO of Kitt Medical, whose personal journey with life-threatening allergies has sparked a national mission to ensure adrenaline is always close at hand, starting with schools and qualifying businesses.
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UK launches inquiry into PFAS risks amid concerns over weak chemical regulation
The Environmental Audit Committee has announced a major inquiry into PFAS contamination, aiming to evaluate the UK’s regulatory system and whether it is equipped to manage the rising risks these chemicals pose to public health and the food supply chain.
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Tony’s Chocolonely recalls Easter eggs over metal contamination fears
Tony’s Chocolonely has recalled its Milk Chocolate and Caramel Sea Salt Easter Eggs in the UK after detecting a possible metal contamination. Shoppers are urged to return the affected products for a refund. This comes days after a separate recall involving chocolate bars.
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Recall Roundup: Frito-Lay, Coca Cola and undeclared sulphur dioxide
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (21-27 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Understanding the PFAS risk in food supply chains
Nicola Ackermann, Business Development Manager at SGS, explores the risks posed by PFAS in food supply chains, highlighting contamination sources, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment strategies. With extensive expertise in PFAS analysis, Ackermann discusses how manufacturers can mitigate risks and ensure compliance through testing and monitoring.
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Recall Roundup: Insect, wood, plastic and glass contamination warnings
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (14-20 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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FDA launches Operation Stork Speed to improve infant formula safety
New FDA initiative tackles concerns over contaminants in baby formula, promising safer, more nutritious options for American families.
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Revealing the potential of atmospheric cold plasma to deliver safer food
Researcher Shikhadri Mahanta explains the effective eco credentials of atmospheric cold plasma as a food science technique – it’s one to watch.
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Recall Roundup: TK Maxx, ADM and enoki mushrooms
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (7-13 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Recall Roundup: Nestlé cereal choking hazard and US vegetable mix botulism risk
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (28 February- 6 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Salmonella outbreak linked to raw alfalfa sickens over 500 in Europe
ECDC and EFSA warn at-risk groups to avoid eating raw alfalfa while the investigation into the widespread Salmonella outbreak continues.
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Recall Roundup: red & yellow food dye and Listeria monocytogenes
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (21-27 February 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Streamlined Listeria monocytogenes test slashes detection time for food samples
Food safety scientists unveil a streamlined workflow that detects low-level Listeria monocytogenes in food samples within just 8 hours.
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New technology mimics shark skin to create bacteria-resistant cutting boards
New laser technology textures metal surfaces to mimic shark skin’s antimicrobial properties, offering a chemical-free solution to improve meat processing hygiene.
