Recent consumer, media and industry attention has been placed on the potential dangers of PFAS, better known as forever chemicals​, in food and beverages. However, much less attention has been paid to the potential dangers of the naturally occurring chemicals in plants. In fact, a recent representative survey, by the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR)​

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that “climate change presents a fundamental threat to human health. It affects the physical environment as well as all aspects of both natural and human systems – including social and economic conditions and the functioning of health systems.”With this in mind, it’s alarming to know that food production​

Grande Cheese Company of Fond Du Lac, WI is recalling 1,726,910 pounds of whey and dairy products because of potential Salmonella contamination. According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on May 1, 2024, and is ongoing. The recalled products were distributed in Arizona, California, Colorado

A new report adds the Inspector General’s voice to the autopsy of America’s recent infant formula shortage. The Inspector General’s Office for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has found the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had inadequate policies and procedures, or lacked policies and procedures, to identify risks to infant formula and

Certain corners of the food industry have faced criticism in recent years, with consumers developing a greater understanding of what goes into the foods they eat and, how they are made. The plant-based industry, in particular, has come under scrutiny for the ultra-processing​ methods used to produce plant-based products.This awareness has led to what has

Many countries experiencing conflict are the source of key crops for the food and beverage industry, such as coffee, cocoa and sugar cane. When operating in such countries, food companies must be aware of, and understand, these conflicts, in order to ensure they do not cause or contribute to conflict inadvertently.Could aligning with a social

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating illnesses linked to Diamond Shruumz-brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, and Gummies. Consumers are urged to avoid eating, selling, or serving any flavors of these products due to reports of severe adverse reactions. As of June 10, 2024, a total of

Photo illustration Puresource Corporation is recalling Just Juice Organic brand 100% Pure Juice – Pineapple because of microbial contamination, specifically mold. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the recalled products were distributed nationally in Canada. About mold in food According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), mold in food can pose

In just the past few days, it seems as if the world has become serious about H5N1 influenza, otherwise known as bird flu. There’s even informed speculation by some qualified scientists that human-to-human transmission is likely already occurring. Food safety and public health are not yet big concerns. Raw milk is more risky than ever, but pasteurized

A consumer survey in New Zealand has found food poisoning was the second highest food-related concern after prices. In total, 56 percent were concerned, suggesting food poisoning is taken seriously, said the New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS), a Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) business unit. The online survey was conducted between November and December 2023