Campylobacter and salmonella in farm ducks
Did you have duck for Christmas this year? Then I can now tell you about it without having to worry about spoiling your enjoyment of a pink roast duck breast.
Potato crisps or vegetable crisps for a cosy evening in front of the TV?
The theme tune to the new "Tatort" crime thriller is already playing. Now it's time to grab some drinks and crisps and nothing stands in the way of a cosy, exciting evening in front of the TV.
Adjustment of the Nutri-Score algorithm
On 31 December 2023, some changes came into force for the calculation of the Nutri-Score classification for certain foods.
Alert notices from RASFF concerning food (except 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.
Alert notices from RASFF concerning food (except 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.
Mandatory nutritional information on wine and wine products
Since 8 December, wine, sparkling wine and aromatised wine products must also carry information on nutritional values. However, there are exceptions with regard to the presentation on the label.
Short notes - Kurz notiert (01/24)
Hier finden Sie Kurznachrichten aus dem Lebensmittelsektor.
Here you will find news in brief from the food sector. - in many languages ...
MUNICH STRATEGY IDENTIFIES THE 100 GROWTH CHAMPIONS: AGROLAB COMES IN 63RD PLACE
AGROLAB remains one of the 100 fastest-growing medium-sized companies in Germany in 2023. AGROLAB has taken 63rd place.
Successfully passed: EU proficiency test on acrylamide in food
AGROLAB LUFA has passed the European interlaboratory benchmark test Acrylamide in cocoa powder with "very good"..
We were there - 8th KALS Karlsruhe Food Symposium
After the enforced "Corona" break, the conference took place again this year on 23 and 24 November as a face-to-face event in Karlsruhe.
AGROLAB IBÉRICA DEVELOPED NEW PROFILES FOR GMO CONTROL
AGROLAB Ibérica has implemented the tests to comply with the screening strategy for Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) proposed by the Ministry of Agriculture for the control of plant material (soybean, corn, rapeseed and cotton seeds).
Food allergens: Mustard detectable via PCR
AGROLAB LUFA expands its analysis portfolio for allergens with a self-developed and accredited PCR method for the qualitative detection of mustard in food.
Missed opportunity: Authorisation for glyphosate extended
The authorisation of glyphosate has been extended by 10 years because the EU's appeal committee failed to reach a qualified majority of states in favour of banning the controversial herbicide.
Non-renewal of the authorisation for four plant protection actives
The authorisations of four actives were not renewed.
Approval for pesticide actives extended
The validity period for the approval for 50 active substances has been extended by one year due to the delay in the re-evaluation following the application for renewal of the approval.
EFSA opinion on vitamin folic acid and folates
As part of the re-evaluation of the maximum daily intakes for various vitamins and minerals, the EFSA* Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA) has published a final opinion on folic acid and folates.
Alert notices from RASFF concerning food (except 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.
Copper important as a trace element, toxic in large quantities
As a trace element, copper is vital for humans, animals and plants in small quantities as a component of certain proteins and coenzymes. Exceeding this physiologically necessary amount can be detrimental to health.
A new Dutch allergen policy applies from 1.1.2024
After 12 years of negotiations, a new allergen policy is in force in the Netherlands. This policy determines the reference values for cross-contamination in packaged foods and what text must appear on the packaging to warn of risks.
FAO/WHO published reference dose for soy and celery (food allergens)
Reference values for exposure (RfD) are health-related guideline values that make it possible to assess the risk posed by certain allergens..
Market News: The red mill turns under a new roof
The food group Pfeiffer & Langen is taking over the sausage manufacturer Rügenwalder Mühle..