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Another fish seller sentenced for scamming the elderly
A UK fish seller has been sentenced to over five years in prison for pressuring elderly people into buy unwanted fish which was often unsafe to eat.
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The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority cracks down on misleading CBD claims
Following a complaint from the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance over several published advertorials which rated ‘the best UK CBD oils, the UK’s regulator of advertising has published its ruling into whether misleading claims were made.
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EFFoST 2022: Dublin’s holistic approach
Ahead of the 36th EFFoST International Conference in Dublin, Conference Chair Dolores O'Riordan reveals the inspiration behind the varied and comprehensive agenda.
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Which US states have the most unhygienic fast-food chains?
Through analysing food poisoning reports, a new study claims it's revealed the US states with the most food poisoning reports in 2022.
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Is your lab a match for mycotoxins?
Twenty six years after it was established, one of BIPEA’s Scientific and Technical Advisers outlines the benefits of the BIPEA proficiency testing scheme, which helps labs ensure they’re tackling mycotoxins to their best abilities.
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Are seafood ecolabels living up to expectations?
Research has revealed consumers have high expectations around eco label certifications, leaving the Marine Stewardship Council in hot water as On The Hook claims UK consumers aren’t impressed.
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Are restaurants taking allergies seriously?
In an engaging panel held at Twickenham Stadium as part of New Food’s Food Safety Conference 2022, experts came together to debate whether food allergy regulations in restaurants are sufficient. Here’s the highlights.
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Food Safety – microbial contamination, Brexit, CBD and gene editing
Expert insight into preventing microbial contamination, while the University of Sussex's Erik Millstone looks at the impacts on food safety following the UK's departure from the EU, plus so much more in this Food Safety supplement.
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FSA seeks industry views on Food Law Code of Practice
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) launches consultation to garner food industry feedback around proposed changes to the Food Law Code of Practice.
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British lamb shipped to US for first time in two decades
Following USDA approval, British lamb has now been exported to the US for the first time in over 20 years.
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Environment Secretary commits to sustainable horticulture growth
The UK’s Environment Secretary, Ranil Jayawardena, says he is committed to boosting home grown fruit and vegetable production and driving high-tech horticulture growth. Here’s how he intends to do it…
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The three pillars for the future of EU agriculture
Following the European Farmers Congress in October 2022, three pillars have been established to navigate the future of EU agriculture.
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Will the UK Government reconsider the trade agreement?
The Environment Food and Rural Affairs Committee has asked the UK Government to reconsider its report on the impact of the Australian trade agreement, claiming the previous reply was disappointing.
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Recall roundup: Listeria monocytogenes and undeclared allergens
Get the latest recall news from the UK and US with this week’s Recall Roundup, including Listeria monocytogenes, metal contaminants and undeclared allergens.
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Food sales in Malawi schools banned amid cholera outbreak
The on-going cholera outbreak in Malawi has seen the Ministry of Health prohibit the sale of food in schools, instead urging parents to make homemade lunches for students.
