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20-Dec-2007

New Canadian BSE case reignites US import battle

A new case of BSE detected in Canada has sparked renewed calls in the US for tighter import regulations on Canadian beef.

Active packaging devised for clean label alternative

A recent development in active packaging can ensure that meats and bakery products retain colour and flavour without the need for additional additive use or foreign objects in with the product, according to its manufacturer.

Farm to fork approach vital against persisting food poisoning

The European Food Standards Authority (EFSA) emphasised the importance of the farm to fork approach in combating the continuing high prevalence of infectious diseases transmissible from animals to humans.

19-Dec-2007

Clone tracking system designed for 'acurate' food labeling

A new supply chain management program designed to track cloned livestock has been met with criticism from advocacy groups, which claim it is just another method to try to force cloned foods onto consumers.

18-Dec-2007

Market will recover from bird flu, report says

The poultry sector is expecting to recover from market disruption from bird flu and grow by more than three percent over the next seven years, a report has said.

14-Dec-2007

Defra failed to contain foot and mouth, say scientists

UK environment department Defra has defended itself against claims that it failed to contain the first foot-and-mouth outbreak this summer, saying the industry needs to exercise vigilance to help in disease control.

13-Dec-2007

African swine fever found in Russia

An outbreak of two deadly diseases - including African swine fever - has been confirmed by the Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (VPSS).

12-Dec-2007

Washing turkey increases risk, warns FSA

Food safety is a priority for processors and suppliers, but the majority of UK consumers are unaware of ways in which they can reduce the risk of food poisoning from their Christmas dinner, according to the Food Standards Agency.

New software audits food quality and safety

A new software solution claims to control the safety and quality of food in storage, allowing for auditable records and updates of the products' condition.

11-Dec-2007

Red meat again linked to cancer - study

High intake of red and processed meats may raise the risk of lung and colorectal cancer by up to 20 per cent, according to a new study from researchers at the USA's National Cancer Institute.

06-Dec-2007

Will you get what you need for Christmas?

'Tis the season for stocking up for Christmas. But after a year of rising food prices and other factors affecting supply certain seasonal ingredients, it may cost a little more to make the table groan under the weight edible goodies.

Spiral oven reduces operating costs, claims manufacturer

A new spiral oven can reduce the operating costs of producing cooked bacon, claims its manufacturer.

New flow machine designed for zipper packaging

A new flow machine is designed for re-closure zipper packages used for products such as cheese, cold meats, breads and wraps.

05-Dec-2007

New meat safety techniques compiled by regulator

About 35 new techniques for reducing pathogen contamination in meat and poultry were added yesterday to a list of such methods being compiled by the US Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).

03-Dec-2007

FDA lacks resources for adequate food regulation

Under-funding at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) jeopardizes food safety and innovation, according to a report presented today, which suggests the formation of a new science body.

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