Over 1,500 workers in German meat factory infected with covid
A Tönnies meat packaging plant has been struck by COVID-19, which has allegedly resulted in strong criticism from Germany's labour minister and re-closures of schools and daycare centres.
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Recall roundup: Cyclospora outbreak, soya and milk allergens, and more…
Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
Fear of being rude increases consumption of risky food
A new study has revealed that when in certain social scenarios, we’d rather risk being unwell than saying ‘no’ to unsafe food.
Meat processing giant announces COVID-19 outbreak
Tyson puts protective measures in place following series of covid outbreaks, while China suspends imports of poultry products from its Springdale plant.
Unhealthy eating habits driven by stress, anxiety, tiredness and boredom
A British Nutrition Foundation survey explores how COVID-19 has impacted our eating habits and activity levels since UK lockdown commenced.
Are food manufacturers being neglected by British government?
New report says further support from the UK and devolved governments is vital to sustain manufacturers supplying the hospitality and food service market.
Lack of Government clarity will hit UK meat sector hard
Nick Allen from the BMPA is calling on Government to finalise decisions around export certification and warns if clarity is not offered soon, UK meat businesses will suffer.
Official guidance for Nastaha’s Law published
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published updated technical guidance for allergen labelling following changes for PPDS food.
Shocking number of avocado oils sold in US are rancid or adulterated
Food scientist calls for FDA to establish reasonable standards for avocado oil as her study reveals shockingly high levels of mislabelling and adulteration.
OPTIBAR PM 3050: New compact pressure transmitter for pressure and level applications
With OPTIBAR PM 3050, KROHNE introduces a new compact pressure transmitter for pressure and level applications with 2-wire 4…20mA HART communication. It aims at general applications in the food & beverage, water & wastewater, iron & steel, OEM/ Automation and other process industries.
Major UK food producer hit by COVID-19
A chicken factory in North Wales has had to temporarily close following several workers testing positive for COVID-19.
FSA board asks ‘do we need to reform current food standards?’
New Food's Editor gives her overview of the latest (17 June 2020) Food Standards Agency (FSA) board meeting.
Two pesticides found to shorten bee’s lifespan
A study has revealed the harmful effects two widely available pesticides, Transform and Sivanto, can have on honeybees.
A drug which could prevent anaphylaxis
Northwestern researchers believe BTK inhibitors hold hope for those with severe allergies, as they investigate the possibility of a preventative treatment for anaphylaxis.
Longer lasting fresh fruit and vegetables
Eggs destined for landfill can be used as a base for an inexpensive coating to protect fruit and vegetables, Rice University researchers say.
