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ReportWhat food manufacturers need from testing in 2026: smarter decisions, stronger assurance
As food businesses face faster risks, more complex products and growing demands for proof, testing is being asked to deliver more than routine evidence. The What food manufacturers need from testing in 2026 report examines how testing is evolving into a sharper tool for confidence, control and action.
NewsIceberg lettuce recall widens as Cyclospora traceback names Taylor Farms
A five-state Cyclospora outbreak has driven a 27-state iceberg lettuce recall - with no positive product sample yet.
ArticleMoving AI beyond pilot: a compliance guide for food businesses
AI can sharpen forecasts, accelerate traceability and support customer communications. But if an AI-related failure contributes to a safety or compliance problem, the food business may still face a recall, enforcement action and the regulator’s questions. Here is what technical and compliance leaders need to consider before moving AI from pilot into production.
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NewsFDA writes to infant formula manufacturers urging them to tighten supplier oversight
US regulator demands stronger ingredient controls after botulism outbreaks and contamination incidents exposed vulnerabilities across global infant formula supply chains.
NewsFSA issues new guidance for cell-cultivated food approvals
The four new guidance documents aim to cut approval delays and help UK cell-cultivated food businesses meet safety and hygiene rules.
OpinionFood fraud could be flourishing in Britain’s forgotten supply chains
The recent successful conviction of Kismet Kebabs Ltd is as encouraging as it is concerning… Professor Chris Elliott explains why.
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NewsM&S recalls Truffle Gouda in Northern Ireland over listeria risk
The retailer has warned customers not to eat the affected Truffle Gouda after Listeria monocytogenes was identified.
NewsBreast Cancer UK urges switch from plastic cooking utensils over food-contact chemical concerns
The charity warns heat and wear may drive chemical migration into food as pressure builds for tighter UK food-contact material rules.
NewsNew Listeria label proposed for ready-to-eat foods such as smoked salmon
DTU National Food Institute researchers say a voluntary “STABILISED” label could help consumers identify ready-to-eat foods that prevent Listeria growth and reduce infections.
ArticleCombining modern approaches in food pathogen detection with smarter control strategies
As food safety laboratories strive for faster, reliable, and audit-ready pathogen detection, success depends on more than advanced molecular methods. Robust workflows, contamination control, and compliance are now just as critical as PCR performance.
NewsFerrero recalls selected Nutella bakery products across UK and Europe
The precautionary withdrawal affects selected batches distributed across seven European markets, with only Nutella Croissant impacted in the UK.
OpinionCold chains, red-hot risks: the critical infrastructure not talked about enough
Few things spread fear more effectively than mistrust of the food supply. Professor Chris Elliott demonstrates how decisive cold chains are to the safety of food systems and why their protection must be a top priority and collective effort.
NewsClay technology could extend fresh produce shelf life and cut food waste
University of Copenhagen researchers have developed a modified clay that captures ethylene gas, with the potential to slow fresh produce ripening, reduce spoilage and cut food waste.
OpinionMicroplastics, PET packaging and the need for standardised science
Microplastics are a growing concern for consumers and the food industry. But how much of the coverage reflects the evidence? Laura Stewart, Executive Director at NAPCOR, argues that conclusions about PET should be based on robust science and its long-established safety record.
NewsLandmark study finds PFAS in every Tesco food product tested
University of Birmingham analysis detects forever chemicals across Tesco products, adding to growing pressure for tighter food safety controls.
NewsUnsafe food causes 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths annually, WHO reports
WHO estimates find unsafe food causes 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths each year, with children and low-income regions hardest hit.
OpinionCriminals innovate and so must we: what the Food Fraud Festival taught us
Taking a novel approach to engaging the brains and imagination of its participants, Chris Elliott reflects on the success of the Food Fraud Festival and why this strategy is what we need to tackle tenacious fraudsters.
NewsNatasha’s Foundation launches £10m allergy prevention research prize
The £10m research prize challenges scientists to find new ways to prevent food allergies before they start.
ArticleThe new Nexis GC-2060 gas chromatograph: lower operating costs and maximum efficiency for your laboratory
Shimadzu’s new Nexis GC-2060 combines analytical intelligence with innovative hardware to cut gas and energy consumption, reduce manual workload and simplify complex sample analysis. Designed for maximum flexibility and efficiency, it helps laboratories lower operating costs without compromising performance or accuracy.
ArticleThe Compliance Imperative: How Electrochemical Testing Is Transforming Water Quality Monitoring in Food and Beverage Production
Tightening regulatory demands are pushing food and beverage operators to treat water quality monitoring as a core compliance function, with auditable, traceable records now an operational necessity rather than a best practice. Electrochemical testing — and Palintest’s Kemio platform in particular — is meeting this need by delivering consistent results across challenging sample types and automatically logging every test against operator, location, and time.
NewsSalmonella cases hit decade high in England
UK food businesses face renewed food safety pressure as Salmonella and Campylobacter infections remain persistently high across England.
OpinionUK food policy – ‘Wouldn’t it be nice…’
Dr Clive Black reflects on the value of the no brainer that is shoring up the UK food system. With reasons aplenty and rewards galore, he questions – what are we waiting for?