The 83-year-old Malaysian woman died and her husband ended up in the ICU after consuming pufferfish that contained deadly toxins. Their 51-year-old daughter Ng Ai Lee claimed that their 84-year-old father...

Food products with egg ingredients cost more and some industries are struggling, not just in New Zealand but globally. Baking muffins and custard squares are no longer an option for...

On March 28, 2023, the EU Food Safety Agency published its assessment. This study focuses on the nitrosamines present in food that pose a risk to the public's health.  These...

Two batches of prawn products from the Dunnes store have been recalled due to undeclared allergens. The Dunnes Stores Wild Atlantic Prawns with Smoked Garlic and Herb Butter product were...

Due to the potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a recall of three lots of Nestlé®Good Start Soothe, a regular powdered infant formula, on...

Dairy farmers in UK are using TikTok to counter the myths vegans have created about animal cruelty.  Young agricultural professionals are striving to present a more attractive image of the...

Around 150 people reported getting sick after eating oysters in restaurants all over Helsinki between February 8 and February 26, 2023.  The Oysters were imported from France and the Netherlands....

According to official statistics, UK inflation unexpectedly increased last month as vegetable shortages caused food prices to rise at their fastest rate in more than 45 years. The Consumer Prices...

The research was conducted by the Environmental Working Group on pesticides in produce., and nearly 75% of nonorganic fruits and vegetables sold in the U.S. still have residue from potentially...

Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) announced The UAE's National Nutrition Strategy 2022 -2030. Implementation guidelines were released for the same. This strategy aims to "virtually eliminate" trans fats from the...

The order came after a resident named Christi Long, who lives close to the company’s barrelhouses, filed a suit against the county claiming that a black, sooty fungus — known...

In its efforts to reduce food loss and waste, the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative (Ne'ma), was introduced. this initiative is partnership between The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court,...

The government of Ireland has decided to put mandatory health warning labels on wine bottles but European wine producers are against it and the move is likely to result in...

We have seen a large number of recalls related to food products. Recently a report is released by Sedgwick Organization about the same and to compare rise or fall of...

For unlawfully importing meat products from Malaysia into Singapore, Zheng Jingpin (Sengkang Trading Enterprise) was fined $17,500 by the court. On June 2, 2022, officers from the Immigration & Checkpoints...

The Kiwi company announced that they were increasing the price of Whittaker's chocolate, and the same news was posted on its official Facebook page. The new prices will go into...

Food prices are rising rapidly. The current rate is fastest increase in more than 30 years. According to Stats NZ, food prices increased 1.5% from the previous month to be...

The European Union has made changes in the amount of arsenic level present in certain food products. Lower maximum levels (MLs) are being adopted as a crucial step towards achieving...

The Food and Drug Administration is using import alerts to enforce American food safety laws for food imported from other nations. The organization updates and changes the alerts as necessary. Recently...

More than 300,000 ready to eat snacks and cereal packages has been recalled by Catalina Snacks of Lebanon due to foreign matter contamination. The details were published by FDA on...

After two Pret a Manger customers died from allergic reactions, owner of 11 food companies wrote an open letter urging for clearer regulations on food labelling. Pret is one of the...

With the entry of Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, Campa-Cola, a well-known soft drink brand in the 1970s and 1980s, faded away.  But now Campa Cola has been relaunched by Reliance Consumer...

Honey Bear House Beer Cans of 473ml are circulating with the people but they are contaminated with methamphetamine. Theas Auckland police investigate the drug's importation, which is hidden in beer...

Dahlia Imports has recalled approximately 96624 pounds of raw bone in goat products due to the lack of import inspection in the US. The products were imported from Australia to...

The investigation into the death of Anna Bellisario, a 21-year-old woman who died after eating a vegan tiramisu in a Milan restaurant, is still ongoing.  The dessert was a ready-made...

A survey was released by Global Health Group World Action on Salt, Sugar and Health (WASSH). They took a consideration of give global food producers, where it was found that...

Supply shortages, high energy costs, weather disruptions were all the factors responsible for restricting purchases of tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers in the UK.  Farmers were struggling with high energy costs, which...

Recently biannual survey, ‘Food and You 2’ findings were published by Food Standard Agency (FSA). This survey was officially launched in 2020. It is related to food safety and issues...

Food fraud happens when a food supplier purposefully misleads a customer about the nature and composition of the foods they are buying. Recently food fraud incidence happened where pre packed...

When some of the chocolate's production moves from Switzerland to Slovakia, Toblerone will remove the Matterhorn Mountain peak from its packaging. Toblerone, a mountain-shaped chocolate made from Swiss milk with...

Shifting to plant-based foods is a smart way for multinational corporations to reduce their carbon footprints. Some companies have already begun to abstain from meat and dairy in order to accelerate...

Farmers and industry players are questioning how the powers that be allowed the shortage of eggs to reach this point, as supermarket shelves remain devoid of eggs. The Government passed...

On February 22, 2023, the US FDA issued draft guidance to ensure appropriate labelling of plant-based milk alternatives (PBMA). It includes recommendations that will result in clear labelling, allowing consumers to make more informed...

Some of the food products in the New Zealand market including imported food products from Turkey are recalled in New Zealand market due to suspected salmonella contamination. Life Health Foods...

As a result of supply shortages, Britain's largest supermarkets are restricting purchases of certain fruits and vegetables. Tesco has set a limit of three tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers per customer. Asda...

Tesco will close all remaining fresh meat, fish, and hot deli counters on 26 February 2023. The space will be repurposed to reflect the needs of its customers. We first...

Empty supermarket shelves due to bad weather in north Africa and Spain resulted in a shortage of food and vegetables in the united kingdom. The factor affecting shortages of food...

Shigellosis cases have increased among travellers returning from Cape Verde in Europe, the United Kingdom, and the United States since September 2022. More than 250 Shigella infections were reported in 12 countries. The...

Due to cross-contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria, two batches of Enfamil ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula has been recalled in the USA.  There have been no reported cases of illness....

Many studies are there where it was stated that sugar is not good for your health. And now there is more evidence to support this. Sugar not only affects your...

Recently, we saw a consumer investigation report of dark chocolate where it was found that 23 out of 28 dark chocolates from different brands contained an excess level of lead...

Coca-Cola has issued a warning to its customers about an impending price rise on its products. The giant has announced a 12% hike in average selling prices. The increases were imposed...

According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest, the FDA revised the definition of "healthy.” Foods must provide at least 10% of the Daily Value (DV) for vitamin...

The current Codex Alimentarius Commission meeting's decisions have been released. Codex is a joint initiative by the UN Food and Agricultural Organization and World Health Organization. The body met for a meeting...

Food Standards Australia discovered that some products had understated their alcohol level and as a result, the recall is initiated for Smithy's Dry Lager. The product is withdrawn from Cole’s outlets and...

Inside-out unsweetened Almond milk has been recalled in Australia. This recall is due to biotoxin contamination, according to food safety officials. Botulism toxin is extremely harmful and has been connected to life-threatening...

German retail chain, Lidl has opted to implement a sustainable business plan through 2025, with a focus on reducing the number of animal-based products and expanding its selection of vegetable...

165,000 laying hens have been slaughtered. The Swedish Public Health Agency reported 76 persons were unwell, up from 48 in the previous update. The strain of salmonella has been confirmed...

Recently, we have seen many recalls due to undeclared allergens like milk, eggs, and nuts on the package, but why are these recalls happening frequently? Why is there no stern...

Chocolate has been around for years, but its effect on our health is still unknown. As beliefs about cocoa have evolved, so has scientific research into how chocolate may affect...

Food delivery apps make our lives easier with the help of them, we receive food and other necessities at our doorsteps easily. However, it appears that someone recently had a horrible experience....

The National Public Health Center notified the Kaunas Department of the State Food and Veterinary Service about three illnesses caused by chicken wings sold at a café in Lithuania. these...

A number of chicken farms in County Cavan are among the eight in the Republic of Ireland that has tested positive for salmonella. This necessitated the culling of almost 7,000...

The Philippine Egg Board Association (PEBA) has issued a warning to customers about the health risks of eating frozen eggs. The PEBA president told consumers that these eggs can cause...

Flooding in the upper North Island affected food safety. Excessive rainfall has affected the quality and shelf life of numerous crops. As a result, Consumers should be prepared for fresh vegetable...

7 people were hospitalized. An eatery in China serves liquid detergents to its consumers instead of fruit juice. This incident occurred on 16 January 2023 in Zhejiang province.  According to...

More than 10 million chickens were culled as a result of load shedding  Due to the country's power outages, South African farmers have been culling and dumping millions of chickens....

According to the recent Consumer Price Index, the cost of eggs increased 59.9% a year in December. The CPI also showed an 11.1% increase in prices from November to December....

The Kerala government banned food packages without expiration dates or best-before labels on 21 Jan 2023 in response to reports of food poisoning in the State. State Health Minister Veena George...

Michael Brooks, executive director of the New Zealand Poultry Association said, the availability of eggs in New Zealand is expected to be limited in the following year. It comes after...

Surface-ripened soft and semi-soft cheeses in Canada have been recalled owing to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The cheeses have been offered for sale online and in Ontario, Quebec, and quantities ranging...

Allen's, an Australian confectionery, has announced the comeback of its Frosty Fruits & Drumstick collection, a popular lollipop that debuted in 2018. After the 2018 debut became one of the most...

The B2B WATT Poultry 2023 special edition of the egg industry report highlights information on the largest egg producers as well as future estimates about cages. The top 10 of...

Customers at Coles and Woolworths around Australia have expressed worry over the high price of mandarins. The price of the beloved fruit, which was once regarded as one of the...

Waitrose has discontinued the sale of Warburtons products in all of its stores, following a dispute about the quality of the popular brand. Waitrose is presently the only large grocery...

The cost of eggs in the United States has more than doubled over the past year due to the supply chain difficulties caused by the coronavirus pandemic, such as labor...

When the quantity desired exceeds the quantity available, the price rises. The soaring onion prices in the Philippines would require the country to import 22,000 tons of the vegetable by...

Due to the possibility of foreign matter contamination, The Neat Meat Company Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Harmony brand Beef & Caramelized Onion Sausages. The products were not...

A kiwi shopper revealed that she saved money on groceries by purchasing them in Australia and then transporting them to New Zealand. Shopper saved up to 35% by ordering groceries...

Nestlé has made a major change to its iconic chocolate bar, and Australia is the first place in the world to have it available at Coles stores. The popular 45g...

The uproar over the price of an out-of-season watermelon in Auckland, which was being offered for $10 per kg or $100 for the entire fruit, gained attention. The New Zealand-grown...

According to a commercial law expert, premium New Zealand butter company Westgold may lose a lawsuit in the United States on packaging similarities/branding with Irish butter brand Kerrygold. Ornua, an...

Nutritional supplements have grown in popularity among fitness lovers. Protein powder is commonly used as a dietary supplement for muscle growth, with formulations containing a wide range of ingredients. But...

A Woolworths customer has accused the retailer of Woolworths of trying to gaslight Australians over the price of a popular children's food. By posting on Facebook, the customer slammed Woolies...

By Shraddha Parakh Recently in Kerala, many instances happened as a result of contaminated restaurant food. Within a week, two persons died in different parts of Kerala as a result...

A recent study found that allergens were responsible for more than half of the food recalls in the UK over a period of 5 years. Allergen-related recalls climbed annually through...

Almost 20 people have become ill due to the presence of salmonella in baby cucumbers. The Western Australian Department of Health has linked 19 illnesses to Perfection Fresh's Qukes brand...

The epidemic strain of L. monocytogenes affected 28 people from 11 states. Big Olaf Creamery LLC dba Big Olaf Sarasota, FL The FDA has issued a notice to Big Olaf...

Flooding across Australia's eastern coast disrupted the supply of potatoes. As a result, the Australian supermarket Coles imposed a two-product limit on frozen chips. This will aid in maintaining availability for...

Eggs are currently unavailable at some countdown stores around the country, and Foodstuffs has responded to the scarcity by imposing a temporary ban on egg purchases. As caged eggs are...

Several people were hospitalized after smelling fermented bread left in the bakery fridge overnight at a Woolworths in southeast Melbourne. Emergency services were called to what was initially thought to...

The WA Department of Health announced a recall of the Qukes ® brand of baby cucumbers after pathology testing confirmed the presence of Salmonella Typhimurium in the product, which originated from...

The FDA Food Code 2022, provides guidelines to state, and local authorities and retailers to help decrease foodborne illness risks by providing a unified set of national standards for retail...

After every Christmas or any occasion, we left with plenty of food. But how long can we actually keep them? Adequate Temperature: The way food is handled affects its safety and durability....

Lidl has recalled smoked fish products due to concerns that they may be infected with harmful microorganisms. The Food Standards Agency has warned people not to eat the products because...

You can reheat leftovers as often as you like. Reheating leftovers to a piping-hot temperature should not be an issue. However, every time you cool and reheat your meal, you...

A Salmonella outbreak has been connected to contaminated cucumbers from Spain in Norway, Sweden, and the Netherlands. From the end of October to the beginning of December, people across the...

Two types of Milk Trays have been pulled from shelves in the UK due to cardboard packaging issues that are harming the quality of the chocolates. Mondelez, which owns Cadbury,...

In Australia, almost 40 illnesses have been recorded in patients who consumed poppy seeds in tea. a number of poppy seeds not meant for human consumption and having significant quantities...

Wheat takes up more space than any other crop, and it is a popular cereal that is eaten all around the world. It accounts for 19% of calories and 21% of...

Research report shows that Dark Chocolate may contain a high level of lead and cadmium. Dark chocolate has long been praised for its health benefits; however, recent research revealed pollutants...

Consumers are under high food safety alerts during the Christmas season in Australia. Following a warning from health officials that a variety of salad and plant items may contain contaminated...

People frequently resort to artificial sweeteners because they are widely advertised as an ingredient that can be added to foods and beverages without having to worry about the negative effects...

The European Commission has set maximum levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in certain foods. Companies won't be allowed to sell foods that contain more PFAS after January 1,...

Two food items from Lidl have been withdrawn due to safety concerns in Ireland. Customers have been warned not to consume a specific batch of Smoked 100% Irish Ham Fillet...

The adoption of the Nutri-Score as the standard for front-of-pack labeling in the EU has been dropped from the present agenda. The current European Union legislative agenda no longer includes the adoption of...

The global meat supply chain is diverse and complex, and as a result, meat deterioration becomes a very serious issue for food producers, vendors, and consumers when delays in one...

The FDA and USDA continue to examine outbreaks, with the sources of the pathogens remaining unknown. The Food Safety and Inspection Service of the USDA has given very little information about...

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has issued a health alert for cheese products produced by Yellow House Cheese LLC in Seville. In the Medina County, Ohio region, Seville spread is sold. Due to missing...

The sick food handlers are the source of the Norovirus outbreak in Australia that sickened more than 200 people. Donuts were a novel source of foodborne illness in Australia, according...