Vets require support from Government to ensure food security – FSA
In response to the shortage of vets in the UK, the FSA has given evidence to EFRA about the implications of such shortages.
AIMS calls for “radical reformulation” of approach to food standards
AIMS has responded to the findings of the Food Standards Agency’s ‘Our Food’ report, calling for a “radical reformation” in the body’s approach to food safety.
US producer recalls over 13,000kg of chicken nuggets
US food producer Tyson Brand is voluntarily recalling approximately 30,000 pounds (13,607kg) of its frozen, fully cooked chicken “Fun Nuggets.”
BPC “does not foresee” turkey shortage this Christmas
British Poultry Council has stated that it does not predict a turkey shortage this year, as fewer wild birds are infected with avian influenza.
FSA publishes food crime prevention proposals
The Food Standards Agency has published a message which sets out the latest proposals from the Food Fraud Working Group.
SCPHA praised for action in locating and destroying contaminated chicken imports
Salmonella mbandaka was found in imported chicken products arriving at Felixstowe port. The products were consequently destroyed by port authorities.