Sep 14, 2023 | Food Safety Africa Magazine

Infants at greatest risk of Mineral Oil Hydrocarbons exposure, EFSA says

Sep 14, 2023Sep 14, 2023

EUROPE – The European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA’s) investigation, aimed at guiding the European Commission (EC) in establishing maximum Mineral Oil Hydrocarbons (MOH) levels in specific foods, has uncovered a disconcerting truth that demands immediate attention, with infants emerging as the most vulnerable population. These elusive compounds, derived from crude oil, coal, gas, and biomass, have quietly made their way…

Insights from 116 countries reveal disturbingly high rates of antibiotic resistance in Salmonella

Sep 14, 2023Sep 14, 2023

GLOBAL – A groundbreaking study harnessing publicly available whole genome sequencing (WGS) data has shed light on the concerning landscape of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within various Salmonella serovars, offering a comprehensive overview of resistance patterns and the identification of prominent antibiotic resistance genes. Drawing data from a vast array of sources, the study culled information from the European Nucleotide Archive…

New excel-based tool empowers growers to mitigate hazards, safeguard crops

Sep 14, 2023Sep 14, 2023

U.S – In a joint effort to bolster food safety in crop production, the Arizona and California Leafy Greens Marketing Associations (LGMA) have introduced a trailblazing tool designed to help growers and shippers assess risks in their agricultural environments. Accessible via the Arizona LGMA and California LGMA websites, this innovative risk assessment tool represents a significant stride forward in ensuring…

State legislature passes bill to prohibit four hazardous chemicals in food

Sep 14, 2023Sep 14, 2023

U.S – California is on the brink of a significant stride towards safer food with the impending passage of Assembly Bill 418, better known as the California Food Safety Act. This groundbreaking legislation, currently awaiting the signature of Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, seeks to safeguard the health of Californians by banning four harmful food additives associated with serious health risks.…

Osaka Metropolitan University scientists pioneer game-changing bacterial viability measurement

Sep 14, 2023Sep 14, 2023

JAPAN – Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University have unveiled a groundbreaking technology capable of accurately measuring viable bacteria in food within just one hour, shattering the conventional two-day waiting period. This innovation promises to redefine the landscape of food safety testing, offering a swift and efficient solution that could prevent potentially deadly foodborne illnesses. Published in the esteemed journal Analytical…