Clean Label Food Safety

Clean Label Food Safety

One of the trends in food processing is “clean labels”. This has nothing to do with the graphic representation of labels, but rather the info that is on them. Consumers today aren’t just reading food labels—they’re decoding them. That’s why the clean label...
Tracking food contaminants

Tracking food contaminants

The trend in minimizing chemicals in food production was taken to the next level with the introduction of online database by the FDA to track food contaminants in food manufacturers in the USA. Part of this move is to “eliminate a provision allowing companies to...
What is good food?

What is good food?

A article from Europe about what makes “good food” has some fascinating points. At the end it states that they have purposefully mentioned only processed foods. This is because they have a marketing slant – however, it is also a statement on where...

10 riskiest foods!

A recent online article highlighted the 10 riskiest foods to eat! This article is based on data from the USA – however, there are some valuable lessons to learn from it. Firstly, the greatest bacterial threats in food safety are Listeria monocytogenes,...
The answer to the ultra processed foods conundrum

The answer to the ultra processed foods conundrum

There is a conundrum that the modern food industry is facing. It is that of ultra processed foods (UPFs). On one hand, they offer affordable, long-shelf-life options that can be distributed widely, reducing hunger in vulnerable populations. Food processing can...
Local is lekker

Local is lekker

The food industry is increasingly turning its focus to local resources as part of a broader movement toward sustainability, community support, and resilience. By sourcing ingredients locally, companies not only reduce their environmental impact but also help stimulate...