The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released a new publication addressing the challenges of illicit trade in food and food fraud, and the role the WTO can play in mitigating these issues. The publication, launched on May 28, features contributions
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E. coli infections hit a record high in Norway in 2023, while other pathogens are returning to levels seen before the Coronavirus pandemic.
Data published by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (FHI) shows that the number of Campylobacter, Salmo
The Marine Institute is the national agency responsible for marine research, technology, development and innovation (RTDI). The Marine Institute seeks to assess and realise the economic potential of Ireland’s 220-million-acre marine resource; promote
Researchers have revealed that almost 100 people fell sick in a Salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupe melon toward the end of 2023.
In September 2023, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) identified cases of Salmonella Saintpaul in England, Scotl
These are the key findings of an EFSA scientific opinion published today, which also evaluates new methods for detecting and killing parasites in fish.
Available scientific data from the EU/EFTA area, although limited, indicates that many species of
For domestic pigs, 2023 saw the largest number of African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreaks since 2014. Croatia and Romania notified 96% of the total number of outbreaks (1,929).
The number of outbreaks in 2023 in wild boar increased by 10% compared to the
There has been a lot of public interest and debate recently around ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the possible correlation between the consumption of a lot of UPF and poorer health.
The UK government advises consumers to follow the Eatwell Guide (
The PAFA project found that more than 30% of adults reported some types of adverse reactions when eating food - meaning they had an illness or trouble when eating a particular food. When this was investigated further through a clinical assessment, it
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
At least 46 cryptosporidium infections have been confirmed in England linked to contaminated water.
Torbay Council, South West Water, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), NHS Devon and the Environment Agency are investigating the outbreak. There ha
Experts have identified several areas where the war in Ukraine may impact food safety in Switzerland.
A food safety early detection system called FRESIL, introduced by the Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO), aims to identify and assess
Two articles have been published giving an insight into official controls in France on Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) and Listeria contamination in food.
In the first report, monitoring plans aimed to establish the contamination rates of ground
Researchers have shared details about how a Listeria outbreak in Switzerland in 2022 traced to fish was solved.
In the summer of 2022, the Federal Office of Public Health (OFSP) noticed increased reports of listeriosis cases, indicating a possible ou
This second 5-year national action plan supports the UK 20-year vision for antimicrobial resistance.
It was developed across the government, its agencies and administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with support from a range of stakeh
According to a study, food allergen information given online can be lacking or provided in different formats.
Researchers evaluated the accuracy and compliance of information and labeling of substances or products causing allergies or intolerances in
The European Commission has opened a comment period as part of plans to change the current set-up and establish EU reference laboratories (EURLs) in public health.
The call for applications covers three EURLs. The first is an EURL for food and waterb
