The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a campaign to educate the public about the distinction between a 'vegan' label and a 'free-from' label. While vegan labels indicate products that do not inten [...]
A recent report by the European branch of the Pesticide Action Network (PAN) has unveiled alarming findings regarding the prevalence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) pesticides in conventional (i.e [...]
In California, a legal action has been taken against the popular breakfast cereal brand Cheerios, accusing them of selling products with high levels of a harmful pesticide. The lawsuit, which was filed on Febru [...]
In a groundbreaking move, the European Commission has announced that more than 20 algae species have been granted EU Novel Food Status. As a result, these species can now be sold as food or food supplements in [...]
In a recent study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, researchers from the National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (INRAE) in France and McMaster University in [...]
A study conducted by scientists at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences has revealed that microplastics have been found in every human placenta examined. This discovery raises significant concerns about [...]
In a significant move to protect public health, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that substances containing Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) used as grease-proofing agents in fo [...]
In response to the severe drought conditions affecting organic farmers in Portugal, the government has extended a lifeline by allowing them to temporarily incorporate non-organic feed into their livestock opera [...]
In a new study recently published in NPJ Science of Food, researchers have raised concerns about potential safety risks and fraudulent activities within the supply chain of edible insects. With the increasing i [...]
In a move aimed at fostering innovation and expanding food options for consumers, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a comprehensive guidance for the industry on how companies can voluntaril [...]
