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Outbreak traced to moringa leaf powder declared over

2 months 1 week ago

The CDC has declared an outbreak caused by various types of Salmonella and traced to a number of moringa leaf powder products to be over and the FDA has closed its investigation.

As of July 22, 2026, a total of 131 people infected with one of the outbreak strains of

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Burritos recalled because of undeclared soy

2 months 1 week ago

Fresh & Ready Foods LLC is recalling Sprig & Sprout Spicy Breakfast Burritos and Fresh and Ready Spicy Breakfast Burritos because they may contain undeclared soy. 

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume

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Limited hepatitis E knowledge in pig sector hinders assessment approach

2 months 1 week ago

Current hepatitis E virus knowledge in Ireland is limited, creating uncertainty in assessing the risk related to the consumption of pork products.

Despite the lack of information, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) said the available data supports the hypothesis that the pig meat food chain contributes to

Joe Whitworth

Organic fruit puree pouches recalled because of plastic pieces

2 months 1 week ago

PT Organics Limited of Lake Oswego, OR, is recalling Pumpkin Tree Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry 4-ounce pouches because of an internal packaging defect that may result in the presence of a strand of soft, food-grade plastic in the finished product.

The recalled product was sold exclusively

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Dried meat behind Australian Salmonella outbreak

2 months 1 week ago

This is part 1 of a 3-part series.

An unlicensed meat producer and poor hygiene at a restaurant played a role in a Salmonella outbreak in an Australian state, according to researchers.

Salmonella Reading is uncommon in Australia with a range of 102 to 137 notifications per year

Joe Whitworth

Four emerging risks identified in EFSA report

2 months 1 week ago

Bongkrekic acid and the illegal use of a substance to give the appearance of fish freshness were examples of emerging risks discussed in a recent report about problems in Europe in 2025.

A total of 55 topics were considered, of which 43 were analyzed in-depth and 25 were considered

Joe Whitworth

Scientists expand list of infant formula hazards

2 months 1 week ago

Recent illnesses highlight the need to include Clostridium botulinum spores and cereulide toxin as relevant hazards in powdered infant formula, according to scientists.

Ingestion of botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT)-producing clostridial spores can result in infant botulism. Cereulide production during the manufacture of arachidonic acid (ARA) oil, an optional ingredient in

Joe Whitworth

Greece reports Salmonella outbreak and 2025 figures

2 months 1 week ago

A Salmonella outbreak has sickened about 20 people in a region of Greece.

The Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY) is helping local authorities investigate the outbreak in Lamia. EODY was informed about salmonellosis cases by the local hospital in Lamia earlier this month.

Authorities have advised people in Lamia

Joe Whitworth

FDA warns three importers about food safety failures

2 months 1 week ago

As part of its enforcement activities, the Food and Drug Administration sends warning letters to entities under its jurisdiction. Some letters are not posted for public view until weeks or months after they are sent. Business owners have 15 days to respond to FDA warning letters. Warning letters often are

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Dark kitchen research reveals areas of concern

2 months 1 week ago

Hygiene and allergen concerns have been raised as part of research into delivery-only food firms operating through online platforms.

Dark kitchens are businesses that offer food for delivery through online orders. There are concerns about the impact of these outlets, with a lack of guidelines, regulations and

Joe Whitworth

Publisher's Platform: Reap What You Sow

2 months 1 week ago
Fourteen years ago, the produce lobby decided it did not want anyone testing its lettuce. This summer it got a look at the world it asked for. You reaped what you sowed. It is time to plant something better.
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