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Pathogens Found on Brazilian Citrus Fruit Present Emerging Food Safety Concerns

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:01:07 -0400

During the screening of lactic acid bacteria on limes grown near poultry farms, scientists in Brazil discovered the presence of two emerging pathogens with traits that raise concerns for food safety, human clinical outcomes, and One Health.

After Upside Foods: Implications for State Cultivated Meat Bans, Federal Preemption, and Industry Compliance

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The 11^th Circuit's Upside Foods decision has narrowed the path for federal preemption challenges to state cultivated meat bans, with significant implications for state regulation, interstate commerce, and food industry compliance.

Study Identifies High-Pressure Processing Parameters for Effective Pathogen Reduction in Raw Chicken

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A review led by researchers at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln found that high-pressure processing (HPP) can reduce foodborne pathogens in raw chicken and described pressures and holding times that significantly influenced microbial inactivation.

EnviroZyme Feed Additive for Seafood Aquaculture Can Reduce Vibrio Risks

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:37:44 -0400

MultiBio Edge is a multi-strain prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic feed additive designed for shrimp and finfish aquaculture feeds.

AAF International Launches MERV 16 High-Flow Filter for Poultry, Swine Operations

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:29:09 -0400

The BioShield VXL High Flow is a 12-inch V-bank air filter designed to provide MERV 16 filtration efficiency while maintaining high airflow in poultry and swine facilities, developed to help reduce airborne pathogen transmission.

Researchers Examine Microbiological Risks in Sauces and Dressings

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:15:00 -0400

Based on a review of foodborne illness outbreaks linked to sauces and other literature, University of Georgia’s Center for Food Safety researchers underscored pathogenic bacteria as the primary public health concern, while also highlighting spoilage microorganisms and the comparatively understudied risk posed by foodborne parasites.

USDA Announces $50M in Funding for State Meat Inspection Programs

hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:24:17 -0400

The newly announced Stand-Up funding program is the latest in a series of Trump Administration actions, including a Presidential Executive Order and the Ranchers First initiative, to expand regional processing capacity and cut “red tape” at the federal inspection level.

Study Explores qPCR Campylobacter Monitoring in Fecal, Air Samples on Poultry Farms

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The researchers concluded that integrating multiple sampling matrices and detection methods could improve understanding of Campylobacter occurrence in commercial broiler production and support preharvest surveillance.

EU Proposes More Flexible Storage Conditions for Certain Fresh Meat Before Freezing

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:07:19 -0400

The amendments to European food hygiene regulations would provide food business operators with greater flexibility in the storage of fresh meat from domestic ungulates (i.e., cattle, sheep, pigs) before freezing, based on a recent EFSA scientific opinion.

Study Shows Potential of Thymol for Controlling Salmonella Biofilms on Food-Contact Surfaces

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400

USDA and University of Arkansas researchers concluded that the plant-derived antimicrobial compound could possibly offer a natural disinfection solution for controlling S. Infantis biofilms on plastic and stainless steel surfaces in poultry and food processing facilities.

Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms Lettuce Ends with Nearly 13,000 Illnesses, Two Deaths

hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:34:14 -0400

CDC has declared the unprecedented Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce over. FDA continues its root cause investigation of the current outbreak as well as investigations into other U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak clusters.

EFSA Reevaluates Safety of Sweetener Aspartame-Acesulfame, Raises No Concerns

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:48:06 -0400

EFSA’s Panel on Food Additives and Flavorings (FAF) found no safety concerns associated with the currently reported uses and use levels of acesulfame K (E 950), aspartame (E 951), and salt of aspartame-acesulfame (E 962).

German Food Safety Officials Say Glycerol Exposure Limits for Beverages Should Also Apply to Solid Foods

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:15:32 -0400

The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) said the EU health-based guidance value for acute glycerol exposure from beverages can also be applied to solid foods, adding to recent discussions around glycerol intoxication in young children and safe levels of exposure.

Trump Executive Order Seeks Meat Inspection Modernization by Cutting ‘Unnecessary’ Requirements, Expanding State Programs

hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:28:58 -0400

The order, aimed at expanding market access for U.S. meat producers, focuses on growing existing state inspection programs and state–federal agreements. It also calls for “sharpening inspection to focus on core food safety” and removing “overly prescriptive” USDA-FSIS requirements.

Interim Report Details Michigan’s Cyclospora Outbreak Investigation, Early Epidemiologic Evidence

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

An interim report details how Michigan investigators gathered early epidemiologic evidence pointing to iceberg lettuce in the massive U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak, and how patient interview data helped inform public health actions and FDA’s traceback in real time.

Hong Kong Proposes Updated Sweetener Regulations in Alignment with Codex Standards

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The amendments would bring sugar alcohols under sweetener regulations, expand the number of permitted sweeteners, and establish more than 900 maximum permitted levels.

When Should You Start the Conversion of Agricultural Commodities to Food, Particularly for Fresh-Cut Items?

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This article explores the application of pre-wash and other food hygiene processes to raw agricultural products to implement food safety measures sooner in the production and processing of raw agricultural commodities.

Recommendations from Industry-Led Reagan-Udall Roundtable on Controlling C. botulinum in Infant Formula

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Considering the unprecedented ByHeart and Nara Organics infant botulism outbreak and with a focus on dairy ingredients, participants emphasized the need for prevalence research, more sensitive and standardized testing, data-sharing, validated preventive controls, and coordinated industry action.

Polish Study Finds PFAS in All Tested Commercially Available Plant-Based Protein Supplements

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Mycotoxins, PAHs, and other contaminants were also detected. The researchers concluded that plant-based protein supplements may contain chemical contaminants from environmental exposure, agricultural practices, and processing. They called for systematic monitoring, improved controls, and optimization of processing conditions.

Study Shows Food Allergens Can Carry Over From Insect Feed to Edible Insects

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The findings highlighted the importance of considering rearing substrate composition when assessing the allergen safety and labeling of insect-based foods

Managing Risk From Seed to Shelf: A Comprehensive Approach to Fresh Produce Food Safety

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As regulatory requirements continue to evolve and consumer expectations increase, organizations across the fresh produce supply chain must adopt a proactive approach to risk management that emphasizes prevention, verification, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Cattlemen’s Associations Oppose Trump’s Push to Allow On-Farm Meat Processing: ‘Food Safety is NOT Red Tape’

hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:54:52 -0400

In August 28 social media posts, President Trump and USDA Secretary Rollins alluded to plans to give ranchers and farmers the ability to process their own meats and other efforts to cut “red tape.” Industry groups said these actions would jeopardize food safety and consumer confidence.

474 Cases, Two Deaths in Three UK Salmonella Outbreaks Likely Linked to Imported Eggs

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:58:41 -0400

Three Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak clusters potentially associated with imported eggs, one of which is part of a broader EU-wide outbreak, are under investigation. There is no evidence implicating UK-produced eggs. UKHSA emphasized that the overall risk to the public is low.

FDA Details Investigation Into 2026 Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Moringa Powder

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:15:00 -0400

FDA’s post-incident Executive Incident Summary of a 2026 Salmonella outbreak linked to MOGO-brand moringa supplements details traceback findings, positive product samples, and food safety deficiencies identified during inspections of firms in the moringa powder supply chain.

Study Calls for Broader Food Additive Safety Assessments After Showing Emulsifiers Affect Gut Barrier

hendersonb@bnpmedia.com (Bailee Henderson) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Researchers observed inflammatory responses, gut barrier damage, and immune effects relevant to allergy development in experiments with two emulsifiers, soy lecithin and DATEM. Study author Dr. Cezmi Akdis said the findings support a more comprehensive framework for evaluating food additive safety.

Alfalfa Sprouts Contaminated With Both E. coli, Salmonella Sicken 55 People in 15 States

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:01:44 -0400

Outbreak strains include STEC serotypes O26:H11, O103:H25, and O168:H8 and one strain of Salmonella Agona. Some people were infected with more than one outbreak strain. The implicated products were distributed by Everything Sprouts LLC of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Tufts University Innovation Hub for Food and Materials Technologies Opening Fall 2026

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:53:38 -0400

The research and development center is designed to provide shared infrastructure for developing and testing emerging food technologies, biomaterials, and other products. It will offer industry, academics, and nonprofits with access to prototyping, characterization, culinary testing, and early-stage consumer testing resources.

USDA-FSIS Offers Easier Way to Submit Noncompliance Record Appeals as Part of Small Processors Action Plan

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:38:27 -0400

A new web portal allows small and very small establishments regulated by USDA-FSIS to submit appeals outside of the Public Health Information System, supporting efforts to improve service and reduce regulatory burden for small meat and poultry processors.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños Now Includes 431 People in 32 States

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:30:52 -0400

There have been 57 hospitalizations. The peppers were grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors to companies across the U.S., including Chipotle, which used its traceability system to help FDA identify the outbreak source.

FDA's Proposed Mandatory GRAS Rule: What Food Safety Professionals Need to Know

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400

FDA recently proposed the most significant changes to its GRAS framework since 1958. For companies managing ingredient compliance, the proposed mandatory filing obligations raise questions about statutory authority, agency capacity, and whether its design matches its stated objectives.