Food safety insight and analysis – Page 7
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Comment & Opinion
Not all plants are food: why education on plant toxins is vital for shopper safety
Dangerous plant toxins have been found in dietary supplements and new ‘natural remedies’, says Andrew Swift, CEO at Fera Science
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Comment & Opinion
Why the food industry must be wary of coronavirus fake news stories
Bogus food and drink ads are inevitable – and they could have serious consequences for consumers and the industry
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Big Interviews
Emily Miles big interview: how the FSA is keeping food safe throughout Covid-19
The FSA’s new CEO is well equipped to handle the coronavirus crisis, with work to ensure safety and supply underway. Not forgetting Brexit, of course
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Comment & Opinion
Vegan food suppliers are under increasing pressure on salt… and dairy
The ’vegan health halo’ is under threat on more than one front
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Comment & Opinion
A valuable new scientific tool in the fight against food fraud
Testing methods are becoming simpler and less expensive, says Andrew Swift, CEO at Fera Science
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Comment & Opinion
Today’s consumer wants accurate product data – suppliers and retailers must provide
Consumers now expect to be able to access a wealth of information about what they consume, says Chris Tyas, chair of GS1 UK
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Comment & Opinion
The next food strategy must champion British standards and quality
The next National Food Strategy must strengthen the UK as a global leader in food safety, says Andrew Swift, CEO at Fera Science
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Comment & Opinion
High steaks? Why the UK should relax use-by dates on meat
The 10-day shelf-life rule for meat could now be set to change
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Comment & Opinion
Blockchain’s benefits: what should retailers be on the lookout for?
Clear legislation on blockchain in fmcg has yet to be defined, but this doesn’t mean organisations should rule it out, says Matthew Suter, solicitor at DWF
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Comment & Opinion
Peanut allergy sufferers will be forced to pay more or ditch pesto
Shelves have been left bare and supermarkets are hiking prices on the few unaffected pesto lines
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Analysis & Features
Pesto crisis: is the UK's recall system fit for purpose?
How did it take up to a month from the first warning signs of peanut contamination for products to be recalled?
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Comment & Opinion
With Defra in constant flux, can Johnson be trusted to protect food & drink?
Reports have suggested Theresa Villiers could soon be dropped. Where does that leave food & drink in trade talks?
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Comment & Opinion
The 12 most shocking moments in grocery in 2019… and one that didn’t surprise us
With fire, flood, fibs and feuds, 2019 was a turbulent end to the decade for food & drink. Here are 12 moments that shocked us most this year
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Comment & Opinion
Loosening food safety laws post-Brexit could threaten the union
If we see regulatory divergence between England, Wales and Scotland after Brexit, our issues won’t stop at Northern Ireland
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Analysis & Features
Fear the Fever: what can be done to tackle the African swine fever pandemic?
African swine fever has already claimed half the pigs in China. Now the ‘biggest animal disease outbreak ever’ has arrived in Europe
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Comment & Opinion
UK must be vigilant on food safety after Brexit
Suppliers and retailers should be constantly scanning the horizon for risks, says Fera Science CEO Andrew Swift
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Comment & Opinion
Raw milk cheesemakers face fight against unscientific regulation
US artisan cheesemakers have faced ’fear and intimidation’ tactics, says Joanna Blythman
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Comment & Opinion
Government poster keeps The Grocer informed in a big way
Thanks to the Animal & Plant Health Agency for this useful info on salmonella biosecurity. But why?
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Analysis & Features
Is an ‘Owen’s Law’ needed to address allergens on menus?
Byron concedes current rules and requirements are ‘not enough’
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Comment & Opinion
Byron allergen tragedy is troubling because it is so hard to rectify
It isn’t just a legislative challenge. This tragic case also highlights troubling behavioural issues that need to be tackled