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Good news for those who love fat turkey

By | Blog, Taste

The additive QuantumTM is an enzyme preparation produced by fermentation of a genetically modified strain of the yeast Pichia pastoris. It is used for chickens and laying hens, turkeys, ducks and piglets (weaned) for fattening. The reduction of the minimum recommended dose from 1000 FTU/kg to 500 FTU/kg was investigated.

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EU audit on import control of non-animal originated food

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The objective of the audit was to evaluate the control systems put in place for import control of food of non-animal origin. In Germany an adequate system of import controls on food of non-animal origin is established. The Competent Authorities are designated and they cooperate well. In general, the import…

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Ravioli recalled due to undeclared soy

By | Blog, Health

Raising Moon Organics in the US have announced the voluntary recall of their Mediterranean Garlic & Herb Ravioli due to a mislabeling incident by a co-packer. The packages affected have the sell by date of APR 05 2012 and are incorrectly labeled on the back as Four Cheese Tortelloni.

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Hundreds of tonnes of fake food found by INTERPOL and Europol

By | Blog, Quality

Hundreds of tonnes of fake and substandard food and drink including champagne, cheese, olive oil and tea have been seized in an INTERPOL-Europol coordinated operation across 10 countries, effectively disrupting the organized criminal gangs behind this high profit-low risk activity which undermines legitimate business and puts the safety of consumers…

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