Approximately half of raw chicken sold at Lidl stores across five European countries are contaminated with antibiotic-resistant foodborne pathogens, according to the findings of a recent sampling and testing project commissioned by Essere Animali.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has introduced TKPlate, a new platform that can model and predict the toxicity and toxicokinetics of chemicals used in foods, which will help reduce the amount of animal testing used in food safety assessments.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published a scientific opinion on mitigation strategies for the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)—a global food safety and public health threat—among food-producing animals during transport.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) released an in-depth report on the potential future impact of new and evolving foods, technologies, and priorities, to help identify areas for research and collaboration.
A DNA sample from cattle entering the Open Prairie program will be used to trace the origin of individual cuts of beef as they move through the supply chain.
March 29, 2019
Tyson Fresh Meats, the Dakota Dunes, S.D.-based beef and pork subsidiary of Tyson Foods, Inc., collaborated with IdentiGEN, Lawrence, Kan., to use DNA technology to trace beef back to the individual animal of origin.
Trust—Traced Back to the Farm: Diana Food drives chicken sourcing integrity all the way down to a new factory and poultry farmers
September 24, 2018
Today's health-conscious consumers care not only about what they eat—but also about how their food is produced. To address those concerns, food and beverage manufacturers need many more details about sourcing from their food ingredient suppliers.
The CAS technology is a humane system that will ensure birds are fully insensible prior to processing.
August 1, 2018
Maple Leaf Foods, Canada, announced plans to invest approximately $28 million to transition its Edmonton, Canada, poultry processing facility to world-class controlled atmosphere stunning (CAS) technology.
Animate anionic mineral supplement delivers the critical minerals needed to help cows optimize calcium metabolism through proper pre-partum acidification.
July 25, 2018
Phibro Animal Health Corp., Quincy, Ill., introduced the new Animate app, a free mobile app that allows dairy producers to track critical pre-fresh metrics over time.
Taking a phased approach, Nestlé will actively work with supply chain partners and stakeholders to improve living conditions for chickens.
July 2, 2018
Nestlé S.A., Switzerland, announced plans to improve the welfare of millions of chickens used for food in Europe through its Herta, Buitoni, Wagner and Maggi brands.