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Manufacturer recalls tons of raw tuna in U.S.

The manufacturer of raw yellow-fin tuna frequently used for sushi, sashimi, ceviche and other dishes, is recalling nearly 59,000 pounds of the product because of possible salmonella contamination.

In the Media by Liz Seegert

U.S. government to privatize chicken, turkey carcass inspections

Washington - A pilot program by the United States Department of Agriculture privatizing inspection of poultry products is being allowed to proceed, even though records show scabs, feathers, bile, sores and digestive tract tissue often remain in poultry carcasses.

In the Media by Lynn Herrmann - 4 comments

Some Chicago restaurants now do their own food safety inspections

Chicago - A new “self-certification” program in Chicago would allow restaurants with no record of food-borne illnesses and retailers selling pre-packaged foods to inspect themselves and then submit reports with the city health department.

In the Media by Lynn Herrmann - 2 comments

GOP calls for end of food safety laws against deadly bacteria

Holly - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a statement regarding the seriousness of listeria, derived from eating cantaloupe. Yet, the GOP is calling for a decrease in food safety laws that protect people from diseases like listeria.

In the Media by Nancy Houser - 6 comments

House Republicans seek $285 million cut in food safety program

Washington - US House Republicans are seeking a $285 million cut to the Food and Drug Administration’s fiscal year 2012 budget, an 11.5 percent reduction over FY2011. This news comes when the agency is attempting to implement a new food safety law.

In the Media by Lynn Herrmann - 7 comments

China confronts recycled cooking oil trade to protect consumers

Chinese authorities have stepped up its campaign to stop the recycling of used cooking oil in its effort to protect the consumers from the potential dangers of substances mixed with recycled oil.

In the Media by Leo Reyes - 5 comments

Premium eggs are more expensive, but are they healthier?

Athens - Consumers can chose between factory, free-range and organic eggs with a price that vary according to the perceived benefits of getting a healthier product. But are a $3.99 a dozen organic eggs healthier and safer than a $1.69 a dozen factory product?

In the Media by Igor I. Solar - 4 comments

Customer loyalty cards proving to be a useful food safety tool

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently put customer loyalty cards to a novel use: tracking down the source of contaminated food.

In the Media by Kathlyn Stone - 8 comments

Contaminated Watermelon Reminder of National Food Safety Concerns

Recently the New York Times reported on the safety of the nation’s food supply, finding no improvement during the past three years. Contaminants have been found in many foods. Today a dramatic example at my home showed the problem visibly.

In the Media by Carol Forsloff - 5 comments

Canada: agriculture committee proposes food-safety overhaul

The House of Commons agriculture committee has produced a report recommending an overhaul of Canada’s food-safety system.

In the Media by Bob Ewing

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Ritz denies budget cuts will harm food safety

In an interview on CBC Radio's The House, Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz tells host Evan Solomon that food safety is not at risk despite warnings from the union representing food inspectors that budget cuts will strip up to 100 food inspectors.

Food safety weak link found in kitchens

Most cases of food-borne illness are caused during preparation and handling, and about half result after eating at restaurants, according to a new report.

Federal food safety surveillance program stalled

A federal system was established in 2005 to help track potentially deadly food-borne illnesses. Yet fewer than half of its tracking sites are in place, with no timeline for completion.

German eats 64-year-old US lard

A German pensioner finally tastes some American lard imported 64 years ago, having got approval from food safety experts.

FDA to Investigate Inhalable Caffeine

ABC News’ Mark Greenblatt reports: The Food and Drug Administration will launch a safety investigation of a new product that allows consumers to inhale caffeine through a lipstick-sized portable device, rather than drinking it. AeroShot delivers 100 milligrams of caffeine per use, and comes in...