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 USDA’s FSIS revolutionizes beef safety testing with cutting-edge chemistry

U.S – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA’s FSIS) is set to unveil an innovative method for quantifying chemical residues in beef muscle samples, a move poised to enhance beef safety standards. Scheduled to be implemented on October 1, 2023, this new quantitative method, titled “Quantitation of Animal Drug Residues by High-Resolution, Accurate-Mass Liquid Chromatography…

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Symaga launches new sensor models to optimize silo effectiveness 

SPAIN – Spanish silo manufacturer, Symaga, recently launched new models of sensors, the SY-DP1 pendular and SY-DR1 rotative, to optimize storage silos for maximum efficiency. According to the grain storage specialist, the SY-DP1 pendular sensor is capable of detecting the maximum level of storage. It is robust, simple, and does not require any power or maintenance. Additionally, it can be easily…

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Kemin’s BactoCease revolutionizes hot dog, meat product shelf life

USA – Kemin, a global leader in ingredient manufacturing, has unveiled its game-changing BactoCease line of food safety ingredients designed specifically for hot dog applications. The groundbreaking line is aimed to not only shield food from the perils of Listeria monocytogenes but also extend the shelf life of hot dogs and other meat products, making it a game-changer in the…

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 FDA’s bold agenda revolutionizes animal, veterinary product regulation

U.S – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled an ambitious Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda aimed at modernizing its approach to evaluating and supporting innovative animal and veterinary products.  This visionary agenda encompasses a wide array of advancements, from cell-cultured ingredients for animal feed to cutting-edge technologies that promise to revolutionize the world of veterinary medicine. At…

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China study unveils insights into Bacillus cereus outbreaks, urges food safety measures

CHINA – In a comprehensive decade-long study, researchers in China have delved into the sources and factors behind Bacillus cereus outbreaks, shedding light on crucial data that can guide efforts to prevent foodborne cases caused by this pathogen.  The study, using data from the National Foodborne Disease Outbreak Surveillance System spanning from 2010 to 2020, unraveled a total of 419…

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Cassava production in Tanzania to remain afloat following the success of an AI app for early detection of diseases

TANZANIA – The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) has praised the success of using an Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform to detect cassava pests and prone diseases as the country bets on increasing production. Dubbed the ‘NuruAI’, the software can recognize diseases like cassava mosaic, cassava brown streak, and any damage by red and green mites, as well as provide…

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Concern grows as avian flu outbreak in South Africa threatens Namibia’s poultry industry

NAMIBIA – The Poultry Producers’ Association (PPA) has issued an alarm over continued chicken imports from South Africa amid a severe avian flu outbreak in the neighboring country. The PPA has expressed deep concern that this unchecked importation poses a grave risk to Namibia’s poultry sector. “We are deeply concerned that the avian flu could be introduced into Namibia, with…

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Kenya launches ambitious agricultural project to bolster food security

KENYA – In a concerted effort to enhance food security and transform the agricultural sector, the Kenya Agriculture and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) has unveiled the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCPD). This five-year initiative, backed by funding from KALRO, the World Bank, and other partners, represents a significant investment of Sh.3.5 billion (U.S$ 24,018,564) by KALRO and an…

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Ghana appoints ‘Custodian of Weights and Measures’ to revolutionize fair trade

GHANA – The Minister of Trade and Industry Ghana, Kobina Tahir Hammond, has appointed Professor Alex Dodoo, the Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), as the ‘Custodian of Weights and Measures,’ wielding newfound authority to enforce trade standards and foster international credibility. This historic appointment, mandated by the Ghana Standards Authority Act, 2022 (Act 1078), came into effect on…

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Kenyan farmers wrestle with toxic pesticides,  posing risk to consumers, environment

KENYA – In a shocking exposé, a report titled “Toxic Business: Highly Hazardous Pesticides in Kenya,” has shed light on the troubling agricultural practices in Kenya. Despite the well-documented dangers posed by Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs) to human health and the environment, Kenyan farmers continue to rely on them extensively, jeopardizing food safety and the nation’s ecological balance. The comprehensive…

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