Hygiene lessons for vendors soon
Bhubaneswar: Throwing caution to the winds, people have started crowding street food vendors in the city again. Amid the pandemic, are the vendors adhering to the safety and hygienic standards? Doctors said eating cold and uncovered food increased exposure of people to the coronavirus. All street food vendors will soon get online lessons on maintaining […]
4 storage tips that can help reduce food wastage
Khazanah Research Institute has reported that, on average, Malaysia generates 16,000 tonnes of food waste daily, most of which is household food. Knowing how to store food correctly is one way to reduce this. This is a safety standard followed by many government food and safety regulators. The scientifically proven rule states that foods that […]
Food Recall Warning – Provigo brand ground beef products recalled due to E. coli O157
CNW/ – JBS Food Canada is recalling Provigo brand ground beef products from the marketplace due to possible E. coli O157 contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below. The following products have been sold at Provigo Hull, 1 du Plateau, Gatineau, Quebec. All packages bearing Best Before 16.SE2020 or 17.SE2020 or 18.SE2020. […]
FDA proposes heightened traceability rules for certain produce
The Food and Drug Administration has proposed new traceability rules that seek elevated record-keeping for many fresh produce items, from all fresh-cut products to leafy greens and tomatoes. Frank Yiannas, FDA deputy commissioner for food policy and response, said the plan is a catalyst for change for greater traceability and transparency. The rule is a […]
Where Do Pesticides Banned in Europe Go? Mostly to Poorer Countries, While Two-Thirds of Those Sent to Richer Counties Head for the U.S.
An investigation has revealed that companies in the United Kingdom, as well as in some European Union countries, are exporting massive amounts of pesticides – banned in their own jurisdictions – to poorer countries. More than 89,000 tons of such pesticides were exported in 2018, largely to countries where toxic pesticide use poses the greatest […]
FDA Gives Small Processors More Time for Nutrition Facts
As a result of the pandemic, the FDA on Sept. 18 announced flexibility for small manufacturers who need more time to comply with updated Nutrition and Supplement Facts label requirements – the original deadline was Jan. 1, 2021. For manufacturers with less than $10 million in annual food sales, the agency says it “will not […]
Food recalls in B.C. for popcorn, beef sausages and burgers, artichoke dip, black fungus, and more
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a number of food recalls for products, for a variety of reasons, that have been distributed in British Columbia. Two types of food products-popcorn and beef-are being recalled due to the potential presence of hazardous material in these products. Canadian Food Inspection Agency In addition, the CFIA has […]
Directions regarding display of “Date of Manufacturing” and “Best Before Date” in case of Sweets -Reg.
1.In suppression of the previous order dated 24.02.2020 issued on the subject cited above, in the public interest and to ensure food safety, it has been decided that in case of non-packaged/loose sweets, the container/ tray holding sweets at the outlet for sale should display the “Best Before Date” of the product mandatorily with effect […]
Prohibition of the production of Blended Edible Vegetable Oil of Mustard Oil -Reg.
Reference is drawn to directions issued vide F. No. Stds/SP-15/T (T(IMST) dated 23rd September, 2020 vide which the blending of Mustard oil with any other edible oil in India has been prohibited with effect from Olst October, 2020. All such licensees who have the license for production of Blended Edible Vegetable Oil with Mustard Oil […]
Food recall: Morrisons, Asda and Iceland recall products over serious health risks
FOOD recalls are important to pay attention to as they can impact the health of any of us. Morrisons, Asda and Iceland have recalled products after serious health risks. Company Worthenshaws has recalled Kirsty’s Classic Beef Lasagne, sold at Asda and Morrisons. This is because of inaccurate information on the label that could causes a […]