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Canned jalapenos recalled over glass in product

Canned jalapenos recalled over glass in product

  • Food

Photo illustration M-C McLane International of Houston, TX is recalling canned jalapenos because of glass contamination. According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on Feb. 10, 2024, and is ongoing. The recalled products were distributed in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois

FDA determines that tara flour is not safe; 500 were sickened by the ingredient

FDA determines that tara flour is not safe; 500 were sickened by the ingredient

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The FDA has declared tara flour as a not “Generally Recognized As Safe” food and banned its use and importation in the United States. The action comes almost two years after an outbreak linked to the ingredient. The flour was the implicated ingredient in Daily Harvest French Lentil + Leek Crumbles, and Revive Superfoods’ Mango &

EU survey shows trust decline but confidence in safety

EU survey shows trust decline but confidence in safety

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A survey of consumers in Europe and the United Kingdom has revealed a decrease in trust in the food sector but a high level of confidence in safety. The Trust Report surveyed 19,642 people from 18 countries on their level of trust in the food system and found that less than half of consumers have trust in food. Work was conducted by

Iceland told to improve import controls

Iceland told to improve import controls

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Iceland has been warned for not following the rules concerning the import and transit of products of animal origin.  Iceland is part of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The EFTA Surveillance Authority (ESA) monitors how the country implements European Economic Area (EEA) rules on food and feed safety, animal health, and welfare. ESA sent

How Fazer makes confectionery with upcycled ingredients

How Fazer makes confectionery with upcycled ingredients

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Upcycling is having a moment, and why shouldn’t it. The practice of valorising side streams to make new ingredients for industry both cuts food waste and improves product sustainability profiles.In Finland, Fazer is testing the water with a limited-edition confectionery, made with upcycled ingredients. While on sale, the company is asking for consumer feedback to

Almond growers buck the trend: Good news for food and beverage manufacturers

Almond growers buck the trend: Good news for food and beverage manufacturers

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Ingredient news across the food and beverage industry has been cause for concern in recent months, with shortages​ and rising commodity prices​ dominating the news agenda. But almonds are offering manufacturers and consumers a ray of hope, with consistently low prices and a strong supply.And it’s not just food and beverage manufacturers who will be

How brands communicate gut health benefits, creatively

How brands communicate gut health benefits, creatively

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The gut health trend has long been on an upwards trajectory. What started out as a group of niche products relegated to small independent health stores has since spilled into the mainstream, and food and drink companies are taking notice.But in Europe, those same food and drink companies – now innovating with probiotics and prebiotics

Researchers say irradiation of food could reduce foodborne illness outbreaks

Researchers say irradiation of food could reduce foodborne illness outbreaks

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Research funded in part by the CDC has shown that food irradiation could reduce the number of foodborne outbreaks caused by pathogens. For the project, researchers looked at 2,153 foodborne outbreaks from 2009 to 2020 caused by Campylobacter, Salmonella, E. coli, or Listeria monocytogenes. Of those, 482 included information regarding processing methods other than unknown

USDA’s inspection service denies petition of Icelandic web-based business

USDA’s inspection service denies petition of Icelandic web-based business

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The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has completed its review of the Nov. 4, 2022 petition from Iceland’s TopIceland.com The petition asked FSIS to clarify that regulations that prescribe the requirements for importing small amounts of meat products for the importer’s consumption apply to those purchased over the Internet.  ToppIceland.com  claimed that the

Caterer’s license revoked in Singapore due to food safety issues

Caterer’s license revoked in Singapore due to food safety issues

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The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has canceled the company’s license because of food safety concerns. Since late March 2024, SFA has received several complaints about the safety of home-delivery catered meals provided by five web-based businesses. Some of the problems included undercooked and moldy food or the presence of foreign matter such as hair and