Portable DNA sequencer “quickly and accurately” diagnoses wheat viruses
A group of scientists in Kansas have developed a new technology that makes it possible to rapidly identify viruses in wheat fields with a higher level of accuracy.
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Climate change is destroying chocolate, says Fairtrade Finland
The 'Chocogeddon' campaign, unveiled by Fairtrade Finland, aims to raise awareness of the impact of climate change on the chocolate supply chain.
Are women still confronted with obstacles in the alcohol industry?
Montanya Distillers CEO, Karen Hoskin, has said women have seen progress in the alcohol industry, but investments remain low.
Amazon is shipping expired food, according to CNBC and 3PM report
At least 40 percent of the 100 top-selling food items on Amazon have five or more reviews about the items being expired, says report from CNBC and 3PM.
Food controls in Europe are declining, says BEUC report
The ‘Keeping food in check’ report, published by The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC), states that the number of food controls and the resources allocated to them are dwindling across Europe.
USDA declares United States free from plum pox virus after 20 years
USDA Under Secretary Ibach has signed a proclamation marking the official eradication of plum pox virus in the US, after its detection in Pennsylvania in 1999.
Researchers use centrifugal force to fabricate edible meat fibres
Researchers have grown rabbit and cow muscle cells on edible gelatine scaffolds that are said to mimic the texture and consistency of meat.
Uncooked Impossible Burgers illegally being sold in US supermarkets
Center for Food Safety has called on the US Food and Drug Administration to recall the uncooked Impossible Burgers currently being sold in US supermarkets due to concerns over a colour additive approval.
Pork and turkey products recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
The George's Prepared Food ready-to-eat pork and turkey sausage patty items were produced on 19 April 2019, 27 April 2019, 7 May 2019 and 9 May 2019.
Survey reveals sustainable packaging likely to become “battleground for premium alcohol producers”
GlobalData’s 2019 Q3 consumer survey found that 71 percent of global consumers consider it ‘quite’ or ‘extremely’ important for product packaging to be made from sustainable or renewable sources.
China finalises UK beef export agreement
The British beef industry is set to benefit from an estimated £230 million boost as the Chinese government has finalised details of a UK-China agreement.
Unregulated antibiotics heading for poultry farm seized at UK airport
The incident is said to likely raise concerns in Europe about the safety of food supplies after the UK leaves the EU.
Beef products recalled due to possible E. Coli O157:H7 contamination
The Pride of Florida raw ground beef items were produced on a number of dates between 23 September 2019 to 10 October 2019.
New Food and Food Integrity 2020 global survey produces surprising results
Our recent industry survey gathers opinions from leading food and beverage professionals.
Raw meat-based BARF diets spread antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Amid the evolution of troublesome antibiotic-resistant bacteria, scientists have discovered that today’s pet owners may unwittingly be party to the problem through their choice of pet food.
