Food Safety
Standards, pathogens, testing and regulatory decisions shaping the food system.
Food poisoning remains top food safety concern in Australia
Food poisoning has once again been ranked as the most important food safety issue in a survey by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ). The Consumer Insights Tracker was conducted in October 2025 with 2,232 people including 1,307 from Australia and 925 from New Zealand. At 70.3.
Hundreds of inmates sickened in Salmonella outbreak
The Broome County Health Department in New York has determined that the illnesses impacting more than 300 people in the Broome County Correctional Facility is Salmonella infection. The Broome County Sheriff's Office and the health department released a joint statement on May 27 confirming that "multiple test results" revealed.
Infant formula recalled because of cereulide contamination
The a2 Milk Company (“a2MC”) has recalled three specific batches of its imported a2 Platinum Premium USA label infant formula 0-12 months because of the presence of cereulide. The product is sold only in the United States. Cereulide is a heat-stable toxin produced by some strains of the.
Microgreens being recalled in Canada because of E. coli
Micro Verdure brand microgreens are being recalled in Canada because of pathogenic E. coli. This recall was triggered by the company, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The recalled products were distributed in Quebec. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products. Consumers can.
More than 6 tons of sunflower seeds recalled because of undeclared allergen
George J. Howe Co. of Grove City, PA, is voluntarily recalling 13,619 pounds of Sunflower Seeds because they may contain undeclared tree nuts (cashew) allergens. Individuals with an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these.
Norovirus sickens hundreds in Sweden
Officials in a Swedish region have received more than 300 reports of suspected food poisoning after eating at local restaurants. Authorities in Lerum said the outbreak can be traced to two Gobi Sushi restaurants in Floda and Lerum. The outlets have been closed at the request of authorities since April.
Garlic recalled because of botulism risk
According to press reports, the Food and Drug Administration has issued its most serious recall for peeled garlic sold in New York, Vermont and Pennsylvania over a potential botulism risk. The Class I recall is for Christopher Ranch Garlic, sold in 6-ounce containers at Tops stores in those states,.
Bill would hold infant formula manufacturers responsible for contaminated products
For too long, a resource-starved FDA has lacked the tools to adequately protect the infant formula supply, said Rep. Rosa DeLauro.
Belgian food safety agency facing budget cuts
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Rwanda lifts ban imposed after 2017 South African Listeria outbreak
Rwanda has lifted a ban on some South African food products that was put in place in 2017 because of a Listeria outbreak that sickened more than 1,000.
EU reports food safety progress in candidate countries
An assessment has revealed what is going well and which bits need work regarding the food safety systems of five potential European Union countries.
Cheese recalled in Canada because government testing showed Listeria
Maison Gabriel Coulet brand Roquefort - La Cave is under recall after government testing showed contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The implicated.
UK and EU record recall increase
Recalls in the United Kingdom and Europe increased in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the first three months of the year, according to data from.
Australian woman jailed for life in mushroom poisoning case
An Australian woman has been sentenced to life in prison for serving her relatives a meal that included death cap mushrooms. Erin Patterson, aged 50, also.
California company recalls eggs because of Salmonella outbreak
Country Eggs LLC of Lucerne Valley, CA, is recalling its Sunshine Yolks and Golden Yolks brand eggs because they have been linked to a Salmonella outbreak.
EFSA’s biological hazards work backed in survey
A survey as part of an evaluation of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has revealed people believe the agency has the best expertise in biological.
