Food Safety Magazine Editorial Team

The technology involves a surface-enhanced Raman scattering sensor integrated into stretchable and antimicrobial wrap. Potential applications span cold-chain logistics and storage, retail smart packaging, food safety monitoring, and meal kit delivery.

An ongoing outbreak of foodborne enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC) O45:H2 infections is sweeping Germany. More than 400 confirmed and possible cases have been reported, with three associated deaths. The vehicle of illness is likely foodborne, but has not yet been identified.

The European Commission recently published a dashboard that maps all food fraud cases covered in the Joint Research Center (JRC’s) monthly food fraud reports since 2016, including more than 2,000 cases and counting.

A study spanning 15 countries in five continents has revealed that free-range chicken eggs collected near waste sites contain “alarming” levels of toxic flame retardant chemicals. The authors call for stronger national policies and international guidance to protect vulnerable communities.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) recently published the results of three targeted sampling and testing assignments to determine the presence of Bisphenol A (BPA) and undeclared allergens in select foods at retail.

In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak to Jay Berglind, the CEO of Aegis Foods and the maker of Fearless Eggs, known for its novel pasteurization process. Jay discusses the science behind Fearless Eggs’ method and what sets it apart from traditional pasteurization, and the importance of food safety innovation.

Although novel data streams like crowdsourced reports and social media posts may allow for rapid identification of foodborne illness events, they can also amplify false signals and lead to inaccurate self-reporting among consumers, as demonstrated in a recent survey.

A multistate salmonellosis outbreak linked to eggs produced by California-based Country Eggs LLC has ended with 105 illnesses, 19 hospitalizations, and no deaths reported. 

An ongoing project funded by the Center for Produce Safety is investigating ways to increase the antimicrobial activity of food-grade waxes, which are commonly applied to fruit and vegetables to extend shelf life.

The 48^th session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC48) included discussions by different Codex committees, offering insight into the ongoing work to advance international food safety standards.