Lm Detected in Sprout Facility
With Listeria monocytogenes having been detected in product samples at a family sprout facility by the state department of agriculture in September 2024, and a
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Is FDA’s Chemical Ranking Appropriate? Only Two Weeks Left to Respond
On June 18, FDA published a proposed method for ranking chemicals in the food supply to prioritize post-market assessments. The method to rank the chemicals
Can Airborne Fungal Spores Trigger Flu and COVID?
Similar to the way that airborne pollen can trigger seasonal allergies, a new study presented at the American Society for Microbiology annual meeting suggests that
AI in the Food Industry: So Much More than “ChatGPT”
By Ben Miller, COO & EVP of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs Technological advancements are reshaping the food and beverage industry at every level, yet many
Prime Minister Carney Focuses on Canada Strength and Independence
“Who’s ready? Who’s ready to stand up for Canada with me? Who’s ready to build Canada strong?” Prime Minister Mark Carney opened his victory speech
Midge-Transmitted Oropouche Spreading Geographically
A recent risk assessment from the WHO has warned of significant spread of the Oropouche virus (OROV) transmitted to humans by midges. While the majority
There’s No R in June. How Safe Are Oyster Products?
Oyster contamination is in the news on a regular basis with FDA issuing advisories against their selling, serving, or consumption. Perhaps we could put it
Measles Vaccine Advised for ALL International Travel
With measles cases rising around the world, the CDC has revised its measles vaccine guidance, advising that all international travelers be fully vaccinated against measles
California Proposes Ban on “Particularly Harmful” Ultra-Processed Foods in Schools
As the HHS was publishing its MAHA report finding ultra-processed foods to be a key factor in root cause of childhood chronic disease, and calling
Questions on Marijuana Rescheduling Continue Under Trump Administration
Recent personnel actions at the HHS and DEA may be boding well … or not … for the re-uptake of the proposed marijuana rescheduling from
