EFSA: Public Consultation on Listeria Monocytogenes
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has launched an open consultation on its draft scientific opinion on Listeria monocytogenes contamination of ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and the risk for human health.
INC Announces New Scientific Evidence Suggesting Nuts May Help Improve Endothelial Function
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) unfortunately remains the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Several studies have observed that nut consumption is associated with a reduced risk of CVD due to their content in bioactive compounds which have multiple potential benefits for CVD prevention[1].
New study co-funded by INC reveals nut consumption is associated with reduced weight gain
This recent study published in the European Journal of Nutrition investigated the association between nut intake and changes in body weight after 5 years of follow-up. Researchers also estimated the risks associated with overweight or obesity after higher nut consumption.
EU: Hydrocyanic Acid
EU: MRLs Update
Qatar: Nutritional Labeling
Turkey: Sampling and Analysis of Mycotoxins
The Ministry of Food Agriculture and Livestock, General Directorate of Food and Control of Turkey notified the World Trade Organization of the methods of sampling and analysis for the official control of the levels of mycotoxins in foodstuffs.
EU: Pre-Export Check Program
In Memoriam, Jorge Carqueja
U.N. Standards for Dry and Dried Produce