All Pathogens & microbiology articles
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NewsAI forecasts rise in Salmonella antimicrobial resistance across China by 2050
AI modelling identifies 84 Salmonella resistance traits predicted to increase across China’s food chain by 2050, highlighting potential gaps in food safety surveillance programmes.
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ArticleWhy food testing programmes need to get smarter, not just bigger
How can manufacturers make food testing smarter? Mondelēz Europe’s Nia Owen-Cortez explains how data, governance and risk-based thinking can strengthen testing programmes.
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NewsUK agrifood network tackles antimicrobial resistance with £54m UKRI funding
A newly funded UK-wide research network is bringing together farmers, vets, industry and policymakers to address one of the most pressing challenges facing food production - antimicrobial resistance in agrifood systems.
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NewsNew violet blue light treatment targets Campylobacter on raw chicken
A chemical-free light-based treatment has demonstrated the ability to kill all 64 Campylobacter strains tested, including antibiotic-resistant varieties.
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NewsSalmonella outbreaks linked to imported eggs remain under investigation
Three clusters of Salmonella Enteritidis infections in England have resulted in nearly 600 confirmed cases and two deaths, with public health authorities continuing to investigate links to imported eggs.
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OpinionImported eggs and Salmonella: the cracks in Britain’s food-safety defences
Recent Salmonella outbreaks have exposed vulnerabilities in UK egg supply chains. Chris Elliott examines their complex routes into food service and where improvements are needed.
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NewsElectron beam technology shows promise for safer poultry processing
A new study in Poultry Science explores whether electron beam irradiation could reduce pathogens such as Salmonella and Campylobacter in poultry without compromising meat quality or consumer appeal.
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NewsSalmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs leaves one dead and hundreds ill
A nationwide Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak has infected 207 people and killed one, as investigators examine the potential role of imported eggs in the nationwide outbreak.
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ArticleHow laboratory AI agents can transform R&D and quality in the food industry
Food and beverage laboratories face growing pressure to innovate without compromising safety. This article explores how agentic AI can connect siloed data, strengthen predictive quality and accelerate R&D.
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NewsCDC links 345 Salmonella cases to recalled Mexican jalapeños
US authorities have launched a recall of Mexican jalapeños after a Salmonella outbreak made 345 people ill across 27 states.
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NewsIndustrial poultry farming accelerates Campylobacter spread, Oxford study finds
Oxford researchers link industrial poultry expansion to faster Campylobacter spread, bacterial adaptation and growing antimicrobial resistance risks across food systems.
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NewsIAFP 2026: USDA outlines Salmonella SAFE strategy as FDA tightens chemical oversight
US regulators set out plans to accelerate Salmonella action, strengthen traceability and tighten food chemical oversight at IAFP 2026.
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NewsIceberg lettuce recall widens as Cyclospora traceback names Taylor Farms
A five-state Cyclospora outbreak has driven a 27-state iceberg lettuce recall - with no positive product sample yet.
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ReportIs your food testing programme a map of current risk or an archive of past concerns?
A practical guide for QA, QC and laboratory leaders navigating rapid reformulation, complex matrices and escalating regulatory scrutiny.
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NewsM&S recalls Truffle Gouda in Northern Ireland over listeria risk
The retailer has warned customers not to eat the affected Truffle Gouda after Listeria monocytogenes was identified.
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NewsNew Listeria label proposed for ready-to-eat foods such as smoked salmon
DTU National Food Institute researchers say a voluntary “STABILISED” label could help consumers identify ready-to-eat foods that prevent Listeria growth and reduce infections.
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ArticleCombining modern approaches in food pathogen detection with smarter control strategies
As food safety laboratories strive for faster, reliable, and audit-ready pathogen detection, success depends on more than advanced molecular methods. Robust workflows, contamination control, and compliance are now just as critical as PCR performance.
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WebinarFrom ingredients to intelligence: building the data foundation for AI-driven food innovation
AI is reshaping food innovation, but its success depends on the quality of the data beneath it. Discover why structured product data is becoming the foundation for faster formulation, streamlined compliance and smarter decision-making.
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NewsUnsafe food causes 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths annually, WHO reports
WHO estimates find unsafe food causes 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths each year, with children and low-income regions hardest hit.
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NewsSalmonella cases hit decade high in England
UK food businesses face renewed food safety pressure as Salmonella and Campylobacter infections remain persistently high across England.