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Have your say on the future of Scotland’s food
Food Standards Scotland opens public consultation on its draft strategy for 2021-2026.
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How science and evidence can drive food safety changes
Rick Mumford, the FSA’s Head of Science, Evidence & Research explains how a new research project is being used to help protect consumers from foodborne illnesses.
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Can we lower dairy carbon emissions without losing out nutritionally?
New research published in the Journal of Dairy Science has investigated the possible effects of reducing dairy farming in the United States, finding that balance between nutrient provision and carbon emissions is a fine line to walk.
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Recall roundup: salmonella contaminations causing headaches for businesses
New Food’s weekly roundup of food recalls in North America and Europe finds salmonella to be the main culprit in Canada.
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Use caution when eating cured or smoked fish, advises BfR
BfR Federal Institute for Risk Assessment in Germany has published a notice highlighting that caution should be employed when consuming smoked or cured fish to guard against contracting listeriosis.
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Are the nutritional benefits of cereals being overlooked?
New research is shining a spotlight on the many nutritional attributes of cereals such as maize and wheat, with calls that they deserve greater consideration in supporting a healthy diet.
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Deadly Super Cereal contamination crisis resolved
Queen’s University Belfast scientists support major food-security investigation in aid to Africa.
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If proposed ban on off-shelf promotions goes ahead, £3 billion could be wasted
IRI analysis shows that £3 billion is at risk if Government ban on promotions of food and drink products high in sugar, salt and fat proceeds.
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Government’s sugar reduction plans not working, says Action on Sugar
Food products have only seen a three percent reduction in sugar levels, according to a report from Public Health England (PHE).
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The Role Of Fucosylated And Sialylated Human Milk Oligosaccharides In Infant Nutrition
Human milk oligosaccharides are the third most abundant component of human milk after lactose and lipids, reaching between 5 and 20 g/L in mature human milk.
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FSA issues advice on hygiene inspections post-lockdown
The Food Standards Agency has issued advice for local authorities to continue prioritising high-risk food businesses in the wake of the coronavirus lock-down period.
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Could rapeseed outshine soy as plant-based protein?
Scientists in Germany have identified that rapeseed has the potential to replace soy as the best plant-based source of protein for humans.
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Helping companies meet new labelling law requirements
FSA has released a guide to enable food businesses to identify precisely which products will require new labelling when Natasha’s Law comes into force next year.
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Survey highlights huge misconceptions about vegan food
When questioned about the attributes of vegan food products, consumers in a recent survey revealed considerable ignorance and confusion, highlighting the need for consumer eduction to make informed food choices.
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‘Genomic time travel’ for better cattle
Scientists in Nairobi have discovered a new set of genetic markers in African cattle that signal beneficial characteristics, with a view to harnessing them for future generations.
