The Pan American Health Organization is reporting another human death from the bird flu. As of August, there have been 76 human cases and two deaths in five countries in the Americas, according to the organization. There have been 990 patients and 475 deaths across 25 countries, for a fatality... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThe European Commission has received almost 6,500 comments on plans to simplify food and feed safety legislation. Feedback came from a range of stakeholders including the public, trade groups, companies, consumer associations, non-government organizations (NGO), public authorities, and academic institutions. The aim is to clarify and modernize legislation around... Continue Reading
Read the NewsAccording to a Chi-Chi’s press release: For anyone who’s ever said, “I miss CHI-CHI’s,” this one’s for you. CHI-CHI’s®, the legendary Mexican restaurant known for bold flavors and festive vibe is officially back with a refreshed design and crave worthy menu. Opening on October 6 at 1602 West End Blvd,... Continue Reading
Read the NewsM.C.I. Foods Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, CA, is recalling 91,585 pounds of specific lots of breakfast burrito and wrap products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. Some of the products were shipped to schools. The individually packaged and... Continue Reading
Read the News— OPINION — In what has become a far too common and troubling occurrence, another whole genome sequenced (WGS) patient — one of the 61 confirmed sick in June 2024 — has come forward long after the outbreak was deemed over and without the benefit of being told by health... Continue Reading
Read the NewsMaison Gabriel Coulet brand Roquefort – La Cave is under recall after government testing showed contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The implicated cheese was sold in Quebec and Ontario, according to the recall notice posted by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The recalled cheese can be identified by the following label... Continue Reading
Read the NewsMore than two dozen people in Canada have been confirmed as outbreak patients in relation to dog treats. Of the 31 laboratory confirmed patients, seven have required hospitalization according to the Public Health Agency of Canada. The patients in the Salmonella Oranienburg outbreak are spread across four provinces. They range... Continue Reading
Read the NewsFoster Poultry Farms has updated its recall of corndogs to include whole grain chicken corndogs because of consumer complaints of pieces of wood in the products. The consumers filed complaints of injuries. The “Whole Grain Chicken Corn Dog Whole Grain Batter Wrapped Chicken Franks on a Stick Lower Fat” products... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThe Food and Drug Administration is investigating a new outbreak of foodborne illnesses. The agency has not yet determined a cause of the Salmonella Richmond outbreak, which has sickened at least 11 people. The FDA is not reporting the patients’ ages or where they live. The FDA has begun traceback... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThere are gaps in policy, communication and staff training related to foods given to people in healthcare settings in Ireland, according to a report. The report, published by safefood, examined food safety risks linked to food brought into hospitals, residential care and nursing homes for vulnerable patients on the island... Continue Reading
Read the NewsRentokil is the world’s largest pest control company, operating in 90 countries worldwide. Its 2024 State of the Rodent Report is out. If you don’t like rats, this document is not comforting, and its findings are not good for food safety. According to the report, there has been a nationwide... Continue Reading
Read the NewsTwo recent studies have highlighted the dangers of foodborne botulism from homemade food. In the first, a family cluster of botulism in China was associated with the consumption of homemade fermented eggs. All affected people showed symptoms of botulism, including vomiting, restricted eye movement, progressive limb muscle weakness, and other... Continue Reading
Read the NewsColeslaw is being recalled in Canada because of undeclared egg. People with a sensitivity or allergies to eggs could face serious or life-threatening reactions if they eat the coleslaw. The implicated Cole slaw can be identified by the following information: Moishes Famous Coleslaw in 454-gram containers with a UPC number... Continue Reading
Read the NewsConsumer Reports is urging the FDA to establish strict limits on lead in protein powders and shakes in light of its new investigation that found troubling levels of toxic heavy metals in the samples it tested. The non-profit organization analyzed 23 protein powders and shakes and found that more than... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThe First Judicial District Court in Montana is the venue for the ongoing dispute that pits a former state commercial food safety officer against several assistant attorney generals. It may be nearing some conclusion soon through either a settlement conference or a ruling from the bench. Jeffrey P. Havens, once... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThe European Commission has lost a court case brought by a fish company relating to a piece of regulation. The General Court ruled that the EU Commission failed to consult the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) before introducing new legislation, so it should be annulled. The EU Commission is required... Continue Reading
Read the NewsMalta has officially launched a new food agency bringing food safety functions together under one structure. Prime Minister Robert Abela said the Food Safety and Security Authority will enhance governance and the protection of food security. Established through the Food Safety and Security Authority Act 2025, the agency aims to... Continue Reading
Read the NewsBen’s Original is recalling several varieties of its pre-packaged rice. The affected products may be contaminated with stones, commonly found on rice farms, which could pose digestive risks if consumed, according to the company’s recall notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration. The recall applies to the Long Grain... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThe FDA and CDC have updated information about a multi-state outbreak of Listeria infections traced to pasta meals. Four people have died in the outbreak. The implicated pasta was produced by Nate’s Fine Foods. The company has recalled 245,000 pounds of pasta and companies that used it in their products... Continue Reading
Read the NewsAs it becomes more common for states also to restrict various food additives, it is not surprising that one has gotten itself sued. The International Association of Color Manufacturers (IACM) is demanding that the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia halt the state’s ban on specific... Continue Reading
Read the NewsCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill into law that requires restaurant chains to declare major food allergens on their menus. The requirement goes into effect in 2026 and covers restaurants with 20 or more locations. The menus will have to disclose ingredients including milk, eggs, shellfish and tree... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThe World Health Organization (WHO) has delayed the publication of new foodborne disease figures until 2026. WHO said although the report was initially planned for 2025, it was “unfortunately not possible due to unforeseen changes.” The current aim is to publish updated estimates during the first quarter of 2026. “The... Continue Reading
Read the NewsFourteen people fell sick in a Staphylococcus aureus outbreak in China after eating contaminated donkey and goose meat. In September 2024, Puyang City CDC received a report of a suspected foodborne outbreak involving 14 people who developed nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea following a hotel banquet. It was the first recorded... Continue Reading
Read the NewsA mass firing of more than 1,000 employees at the CDC is yet another sign that public health — including food safety — is not in the forefront of the Trump Administration’s mission, according to the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota. The... Continue Reading
Read the NewsA manure storage tank in a buffalo farming region in Italy likely played a role in a major European Salmonella outbreak, according to researchers. In 2024, a significant Salmonella Umbilo outbreak was reported across the European Union, traced to contaminated produce from Salerno in Italy. Subsequent onsite inspections in the production area... Continue Reading
Read the NewsThe number of fraud and non-compliance discussions in Europe went up in August compared to the month before. Three reports involved the United States. There were 166 reports in August, compared to 136 in July, 164 in June, and 129 in May. Issues listed are potential frauds. Non-compliance may lead... Continue Reading
Read the NewsRaw Bistro Pet Fare, Cannon Falls, MN, is recalling two product sizes of its frozen beef dog food because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating contaminated products and poses a risk to humans from handling such products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their... Continue Reading
Read the NewsInfectious H5N1 avian influenza virus can persist in raw-milk cheeses while they are being made and for up to 120 days of aging, depending on the milk’s acidity (pH) level, according to a report published in Nature Medicine. “Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 viruses have recently spread to dairy cattle, with... Continue Reading
Read the NewsSalmonella and Campylobacter infections in England declined in the second quarter of this year compared to the same period in 2024. Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows there were 18,677 confirmed laboratory reports of Campylobacter and 2,342 of Salmonella in Q2 2025. From April to June 2024,... Continue Reading
Read the NewsA member survey has revealed good support for Codex standards, but concerns have been raised again about timeliness. The Codex Alimentarius, or “Food Code” is a collection of international standards, guidelines and codes of practice adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission. The Commission, also known as CAC, was established to... Continue Reading
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