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FDA tomato recall upgraded over salmonella risk linked to serious illness and death
The FDA has upgraded the 2025 tomato recall linked to salmonella contamination to Class I risk, warning of serious health dangers including death.
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When predictions start to become a grim reality, food-fraud style
With ears to the ground, Professor Chris Elliott reveals some concerning reports of major international food safety breaches; giving credence to his despondent forecasts.
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FANtastic alliances: Building a united front against food fraud
Celebrating 10 years of impact, the Food Authenticity Network (FAN) continues to strengthen global food fraud resilience. Now a key partner in the Horizon Europe EFF-CoP project, FAN is helping shape a collaborative future for food authenticity through innovation, community and knowledge exchange.
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Welcome to the rogue traders paradise
Discover how Chris Elliott reveals the dark side of erratic tariffs and their role in fuelling global food fraud.
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From insight to automation: taking control with Process NIR
Join this webinar to explore how Process NIR technology enables real-time process control and automation, helping food producers boost efficiency, consistency, and profitability.
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The impact of Trump’s tariffs and recent FDA cuts on food safety and security: experts react
Leading food safety experts, including Frank Yiannas, Bill Marler, Dr Darin Detwiler, Professor Chris Elliott, Tim Lang and Michael Bell OBE, weigh in on the far-reaching consequences of President Trump's tariffs and recent FDA budget cuts. The article delves into the risks to food safety, supply chains and global food…
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Four convicted for diverting unfit meat into the human food chain
Four men and a business have been found guilty of illegally selling unfit meat, following an NFCU investigation. Sentencing is expected in the coming months.
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Researchers investigate reliability of virgin olive oil and pine nut authentication methods
University of Barcelona researchers unveil new methods to tackle food fraud, ensuring the authenticity of olive oil and pine nuts.
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The unintended and worrying consequences of EUDR
Professor Chris Elliott reveals the highlights and anticipated pitfalls of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), noting holes to fill in the proverbial dike to swerve the tactics of devious greenwashers.
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Navigating food safety and quality in an era of global challenges
Barilla’s Roberto Buttini shares the pasta company’s proactive strategies for heading off product challenges in today’s uncertain climate.
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Food authenticity – mitigating food crime risks and threats
Food fraud continues to pose significant risks to global supply chains, undermining consumer trust and public health. Sterling Crew, Chair of the Food Authenticity Network and a leading food safety advocate, explores strategies to mitigate these threats and safeguard food authenticity.
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The European Food Fraud Community of Practice heralds a new era of food integrity
This week, Professor Chris Elliott reveals the launch of a new community initiative that aims to serve generous portions of safe honest food for Europe and beyond.
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Food authenticity; new frontiers but as many challenges ahead
This week Professor Chris Elliott reflects on the need to accurately tackle authenticity testing and establish a benchmark that both the industry and public can rely on
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An assessment of the 2024 Food Crime Strategic Assessment
Professor Chris Elliott examines the recent Food Crime Strategic Assessment, highlighting critical risks to the UK food system and the need for annual evaluations.
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Unlocking precision: Process NIR’s impact on profitability in food processing
Discover how Process NIR technology from Perten, a PerkinElmer company, can boost profitability in food processing by reducing waste, lowering energy costs, and improving operational efficiency.
