AGROLAB LUFA has now developed a specific rt-PCR detection system for Sprattus sprattus
The fact that "Kiel sprats" originally come from Eckernförde is probably common knowledge. But what is new now: AGROLAB LUFA now offers a specific rt-PCR detection system for Sprattus sprattus.
Wasabi is often adulterated - We discover it!
The spicy green seasoning paste made from grated Japanese horseradish is a must for every sushi and sashimi bite.
New implementation – Alternaria toxins
AGROLAB LUFA in Kiel now offers the quantitative determination of alternaria toxins as an accredited LC-MS/MS method.
Current postings on the European Rapid Alert System (RASFF)
Here you find a retrospective monthly summary of relevant notifications about MRLs exceeded reported in the European Rapid Alert System (RASFF) supplemented about remarkable results found in our own laboratories in residue analysis.
Fruit and vegetables: Current residue report from AGROLAB laboratories
Here we present a retrospective monthly summary of remarkable results from the residue analysis in fruit & vegetable performed in our own laboratories.
Reassessment of the exposure of the Belgian population to residues of plant protection products
The Belgian Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC) re-evaluates the chronic or long-term exposure to residues of plant protection products through the consumption of fruit and vegetables on the Belgian market.
Opium alkaloids in poppy and certain bakery products
On 1 July, a new EU Commission regulation on maximum levels for opium alkaloids in poppy and certain bakery products came into force.
TOP 5 Food Frauds 2022
At the time of writing, 2022 is already half over and some interesting food fraud cases have come to light. Here are our top 5 picks.
Dear Bavarians, the “Laugenbrezel” is an invention of the Swabians!
According to legend, some freshly baked pretzels fell by mistake into a bucket of lye, with which the baking trays were cleaned at the court baker Frieder already 183 years ago.
Intensified official controls announced
Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/1793 regulates the frequency of official controls on the import of certain foodstuffs into the EU. With the current amending Regulation (EU) 2022/193, various adjustments to the control plan were published.
Alert notices from RASFF concerning food (except for fruit & vegetables - see special section)
In this section we repeated alert notices from the RASFF system of the European commission issued in the previous month, which we thought to be noteworthy and of interest to our clients.
Short notes - Kurz notiert (July)
Get curious with informative food industry headlines from all over Europe - in many languages ...
The food notes are about the mercury monitoring 2022, MRL proposals for veterinary drugs and other topics.
We were there: DeLOG Spring Meeting 2022
The spring meeting of the German Laboratory Association for Fruit and Vegetables (DeLOG O&G) took place again on 12 May in Bonn as a face-to-face event.
AGROLAB Italia has successfully passed the BNN and GAFTA Proficiency Tests
Year after year, AGROLAB Italia confirms its ability to offer a quality service by successfully passing the PTs of two certification bodies for which the laboratory is certified.
Current postings on the European Rapid Alert System (RASFF)
Here you find a retrospective monthly summary of relevant notifications about MRLs exceeded reported in the European Rapid Alert System (RASFF) supplemented about remarkable results found in our own laboratories in residue analysis.
BVL quarterly evaluation of pesticide residues in foodstuffs
More than 5500 fruit and vegetable samples were examined by the German investigation offices in the period from 1.12.2021 to 28.2.2022 (4th quarter 2021) - with predominantly positive results as far as limit values are concerned.
(Non-)renewal of the approval for Bifenazate
The authorisation for the active substance Bifenazate has been renewed, but not for use on fruit and vegetables.
Fruit and Vegetables: Approval for pesticide actives extended
The approval period for 50 active ingredients was extended by one year due to delays in re-evaluation following application renewal. We list the organic active ingredients only.
No approval for isopyrazam and 1,3-dichloropropene
The authorisation for the active substance isopyrazam has expired and the approval for 1,3-dichloropropene has not been granted.
Shortened approval period for bispyribac
The EU Commission has shortened the validity of the approval by one year with Commission Regulation (EU) 2022/808.
European pesticide control programme 2023-2025 published
The proposal for the coordinated control programme of the European Union to ensure compliance with maximum residue levels of pesticides and to assess the consumer exposure to pesticide residues in and on food of plant and animal origin, was accepted by the member states and stakeholders.