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Pathogen detection accuracy in labs "concerning", says study
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The accuracy of food microbiology laboratories when detecting or ruling out the presence of E.coli 0157:H7, salmonella, listeria monocytogenes and campylobacter remains “concerning”, according to a study. Related news |
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Study examines listeria growth from packaging to consumer
Researchers have evaluated the prevalence of listeria monocytogenes in loin chops through four different scenarios along the supply chain.
US fresh produce recall plan initiated
A recall program for fresh produce has been launched by US trade body the United Fresh Produce Association.
Norway must improve checks of products of animal origin – EFTA
Norway needs to improve its import control system and veterinary checks of products of animal origin coming in to the country, according to the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
US sues NY fish processor
US authorities are suing a fish processor based in Brooklyn, New York, for manufacturing ready-to-eat fish products under insanitary conditions, with inadequate safety procedures.
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Global Industry News
Nestlé quashes rumours of Punjab pull-out from FoodNavigator-Asia.com
Nestlé India has quashed rumours that it will withdraw from its first dairy unit in the country by committing to a Rs250 crore (US$45m) expansion to the Moga plant in Punjab.
Hershey brand launch in ‘fastest growing’ Chinese confectionery segment from ConfectioneryNews.com
Hershey has launched a new brand in China that will operate in what it has called the country’s fastest growing confectionery segment.
dispatches from IFFA
Sealpac highlights at IFFA 2013 from FoodProductionDaily.com
Sealpac has outlined flexibility, material savings and traceability as the main benefits of its integrated machinery, during a recent trade show in Germany.
Euromonitor highlights organic dairy opportunities in Turkey from FoodNavigator.com
Turkish consumers’ interest in health and wellness is still in its infancy but growing rapidly, and means big opportunities for manufacturers of organic dairy products – particularly those targeted to children, according to Euromonitor.
American Bakers Association: Sodium reduction levels need sound science from BakeryAndSnacks.com
Determining sodium reduction levels must be backed with sound science and the latest IOM report highlights clear gaps in such literature, says the American Bakers Association (ABA).
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 Hepatitis A outbreak in EU linked to frozen berriesAn outbreak of hepatitis A in four EU countries has sickened at least 71 people with the... |
 Salmonella linked to cucumber sickens more than 70An outbreak of salmonella in cucumbers has sickened 73 people and led to the products from the... |