Food waste is a major issue at all stages of the supply chain, with the United Nations (UN) estimating that around 13% of food produced globally is lost between harvest and retail, and a further 17% is wasted in households, food service and retail.“Food loss and waste undermine the sustainability of our food systems,” says a spokesperson for the

Food is older than humanity itself. Even before we evolved into homo sapiens, living creatures have needed sustenance to survive.Yet, according to Juan-Carlos Arboleya and Asier Alea of the Basque Culinary Centre in San Sebastián, Spain, we haven’t seen much innovation in food in a long time. That is, until recently, where a range of

According to the Food and Drug Administration, Bedner Growers Inc., of Boynton Beach, FL, is the source of cucumbers implicated in an outbreak of Salmonella infections. According to FDA investigators, untreated canal water is the most likely source of the pathogen. The outbreak, which involves two strains of Salmonella — Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup —

The “Chevron deference or doctrine” that bit the dust last week when the Supreme Court nixed it means courts will no longer defer to federal agencies’ interpretation of ambiguous laws. It is not the end of federal regulations. It does make them more vulnerable to legal challenges. Since 1984, “Chevron” has been one of the cornerstones of

As the Fourth of July approaches, the smell of barbecue marks the start of celebrations that bring together family and friends for quintessential American cooking pastimes. Alongside fireworks, food is the biggest staple of Independence Day celebrations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is urging everyone to take food safety

Photo illustration GNS Foods, Inc. of Arlington, TX, is recalling certain Drug Emporium Yogurt Flavored Pretzels because a recall of lactose or lactose powder from Grande Ingredients in Wisconsin used in the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the

Viva Raw LLC of Hillsborough, NC is recalling dog and cat foods, including certain Viva Turkey for Dogs Ground, Viva Turkey for Dogs Chunked, Viva Turkey for Cats, Viva Pure Turkey, and Viva Beef & Turkey for Puppies because a lot, which includes these five products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes and is a potential

— OPINION — Thirty years ago this summer I went to work as administrator of USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) after the landmark Jack in the Box outbreak, caused by hamburger contaminated with a dangerous form of E. coli.  Four young children died and hundreds of people were made gravely ill.  We acted

Wildly Beloved Foods of Clinton, WA is recalling certain packages of Orzo (vegan) Dried and Campanelle (vegan) Dried because of potential mold growth contamination. This recall was initiated because the product was under-dried and three packages were found within Wildly Beloved Foods’ retail marketplace that had the beginning signs of mold. The recalled products were

We’re pleased to announce our second round of speakers for Climate Smart Food​​, which includes representatives from Ferrero​, Fazer​, and Aleph Farms​.Over three days in September (24-26), expert speakers will take to the digital stage to discuss all things sustainability in food production. This free-to-attend​ event is open for registrations​​ now.So, who exactly is on