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A recent study conducted by the Faculty of Life Sciences in Sigmaringen, Germany, focused on the impact of food wastage along the global food supply chain and the role of food packaging in consumer safety. The research highlighted the need for standardized terminology and methodologies to address packaging-related causes of food loss and waste, such as difficulty emptying, damage, and oversized packaging. The findings emphasized the importance of improved packaging design, machinery, customized sizes, and consumer education to mitigate these issues. Further research is recommended to enhance data comparability and explore these connections more comprehensively. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at Cairo University have developed a rapid detection tool for identifying donkey meat in beef, addressing concerns about meat adulteration. The newly developed lateral flow immunochromatographic assay has a high sensitivity, detecting as low as 10% donkey meat in beef. The study highlights the importance of food authenticity and offers a promising solution for real-world applications in consumer safety. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by the Julius Kuehn-Institute in Braunschweig, Germany, found that tightly sealed driver's cabs can effectively protect users from exposure when applying crop protection products. The research concluded that all types of cabins tested provided significant protection from dermal and inhalation exposure. The study aimed to assess exposure levels and determine the protective effect of different cabin types, highlighting the importance of cabin design and handling in ensuring user safety. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at Huazhong Agricultural University in Wuhan, China, explored consumer preferences and willingness to pay for a blockchain-based traceability system for fresh pork in China. The study found that consumers showed favorable preferences and a higher willingness to pay for such a system, especially when combined with government certification. The research suggests that these findings could be valuable for promoting blockchain-based food traceability in developing countries and have important policy implications for food safety regulation and consumer protection. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the Suganthi Devadason Marine Research Institute in Tamil Nadu, India, focused on the presence of microplastics in commonly available brands of crystal and iodized powder salts from India and Sri Lanka. The research found that Indian salt had higher levels of microplastics compared to Sri Lankan salt, with polypropylene and polyethylene being the predominant polymer compositions. The study concluded that ingesting microplastics through daily salt consumption poses a risk to human health, emphasizing the importance of protecting salt sources and improving production processes. This research has been peer-reviewed and provides valuable insights into the potential health risks associated with microplastic contamination in food. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at Sokoine University of Agriculture in Tanzania focused on species authentication in meat products sold in the Kilosa District. The research found that out of 100 kebabs purchased, 64 were misidentified, with goat-based kebabs being the most substituted. The study highlights the prevalence of species substitution in meat products and suggests the need for extensive meat inspections and educational interventions to ensure consumer trust and wildlife conservation. The findings emphasize the importance of monitoring and regulating the meat market to maintain integrity and protect wildlife. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at China Jiliang University in Hangzhou, People's Republic of China, examined the presence of organophosphate esters (OPEs) in plastic and paper-based food contact materials. The research found that 13 OPEs were identified in the packaging samples, with some compounds migrating into food simulants. While certain OPEs were found to pose health risks, the overall risk of OPE exposure to humans was determined to be low. This research was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Science and Technology Project of Zhejiang Market Regulatory Administration. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment examined the presence of lithium in various bee products, including honey, royal jelly, bee bread, propolis, and bees themselves. The study aimed to address concerns about elevated lithium levels in honey due to the use of lithium chloride as a treatment for varroosis, a parasitic disease affecting honey bee colonies. The researchers developed a robust method for quantifying lithium in these bee products and found that all 65 commercially available honey samples tested had lithium levels below the limit of quantitation. The method was also successfully adapted for use with other bee matrices. This research provides valuable insights into the safety of consuming bee products and highlights the need for further investigation in this area. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Changchun, China, has developed a high-throughput screening method for genetically modified (GM) soybean events. The method combines a single universal primer multiplex PCR with capillary electrophoresis, allowing for the identification of 14 different GM soybean events in a single PCR reaction. This approach improves detection efficiency and has the potential to be used for the identification and detection of GM soybean events and their derivatives. The research was supported by the National Biological Breeding-Major Projects. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Osnabrueck in Germany explores the moral value conflicts surrounding genetically engineered (GE) foods in the country. The study found that the German debate on GE crops has been polarized for nearly three decades, and efforts to distribute information have had little impact on attitudes towards GE. The research suggests that moral value concerns, particularly related to loyalty and trust, drive opposition to GE, while supporters emphasize concerns related to authority, fairness, and liberty. The study recommends steps for improved science communication in order to address these moral value conflicts. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at National Taitung University in Taiwan analyzed the implementation of a three-tier quality control system for food businesses in order to enhance food safety. The system includes self-management, external certification, and government inspection. The study found that over 90% of food businesses successfully completed the second-tier certification by the end of 2023. Non-conformity issues mainly arose from violations of good hygiene practices and discrepancies in the execution of the hazard analysis and critical control point system. The researchers concluded that addressing these issues can improve overall food safety by identifying potential risks early on. [Extracted from the article]

A report from investigators at Saudi Electronic University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, examines the drivers of frequent fair-trade coffee purchase in France using an extended theory of planned behavior model. The study analyzes the impacts of behavioral control, subjective norms, and attitudes on behavioral intention and purchase frequency. The findings indicate that attitude, social norms, and behavioral control significantly affect behavioral intention, which in turn influences purchase frequency. The study also explores the moderating roles of spirituality and gender in these relationships. The research suggests that these insights can help managers and policymakers refine communication and marketing strategies to promote fair-trade product consumption. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at BAYER A.G. in Monheim, Germany have conducted a study on the efficiency of personal protective equipment (PPE) in reducing operator exposure to pesticides. The study used the Agricultural Operator Exposure Model (AOEM) to assess the effectiveness of chemical-resistant gloves and non-certified working coveralls in various pesticide application scenarios. The results showed that wearing gloves and coveralls resulted in consistent and high exposure reduction of over 90% in all investigated scenarios. However, outliers indicated the importance of proper training and adherence to label instructions for effective pesticide application. This research emphasizes the essential role of PPE in reducing operator exposure to pesticides. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by the Department of Food Sciences and Technology in Malawi has found that the country lacks comprehensive regulations on nutrition and health claims in its food market. The study compared Malawi's regulations with those of Codex Alimentarius, Europe, the United States, and South Africa, and found that Malawi's regulations were the least demanding and less elaborate. This lack of regulation allows dishonest manufacturers to mislead consumers and undermines government efforts to address nutrient deficiencies. The study concludes that remedial actions are necessary to address this issue. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from the Fraunhofer Institute of Process Engineering & Packaging in Germany examines the stability of primary aromatic amines (PAAs) in aqueous food simulants. PAAs can potentially migrate from packaging materials into food and are of concern due to their toxicological properties. The study found that several PAAs exhibited a loss of recovery under certain storage conditions, with 7 substances identified as the most unstable. The research also concluded that PAAs have greater stability in water compared to 3% acetic acid. This information is important for legislators and authorities in assessing the risk of PAAs transferring into food. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the Royal Veterinary College in London, United Kingdom, examined the presence of antimicrobial residues in chicken meat samples from Northeast Vietnam. The researchers collected 45 raw meat samples from various locations and analyzed them for the presence of 68 antimicrobials. The study found that a diverse pool of residual antimicrobials was detected in 20% of the meat samples from markets, while no residues were found in samples from the slaughterhouse. The research also highlighted a potential disparity between farmers' reports on antimicrobial drug use and actual usage. These preliminary findings suggest that a single sample per farm has a high probability of detecting antimicrobial residues, if present. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from the University of Copenhagen examines the drivers and barriers of organic food consumption in Brazil, the U.S., and Europe. The research found that health and nutrition were key drivers in Brazil, while the U.S. and Europe prioritized environmental and animal welfare concerns. Limited product availability and difficulties in finding desired products were significant barriers in Brazil. The study suggests that there is untapped potential in Brazil's organic food market and offers insights for farmers and retailers in all regions. The research aims to support stakeholders in tailoring strategies to boost organic food consumption and capitalize on opportunities in these markets. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at JiMei University in Fujian, China, has found that mathematical models based on infrared spectroscopy and machine learning can be used to trace the origin of soybeans. However, previous research has shown that multiple pre-processing operations are necessary to achieve optimal accuracy during model training. In this study, the researchers proposed a technique called spectra augmentation, which simplifies or eliminates the pre-processing steps for the prediction dataset. The technique was found to maintain high accuracy while providing a more efficient method for practical food traceability and authentication. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Florida State University examined the factors that influence consumers' willingness to pay for genetically modified (GM), functional, and organic foods. The study found that for GM foods, product information and labels were the main factors affecting consumers' willingness to pay. For functional foods, factors such as health claims, consumer awareness, variety, and trust influenced consumers' willingness to pay. Factors such as satisfaction, product logos and price, rural-urban differences, and socio-demographic variables affected consumers' willingness to pay for organic foods. The researchers concluded that food producers and stakeholders should consider these factors as they can impact consumers' willingness to pay. The study was published in the Journal of Consumer Protection and Food Safety. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at Free University Berlin have conducted a study comparing two methods for determining the total viable bacterial count (TVC) on pig carcass surfaces. The study examined the suitability of an agar contact method (ACM) and a wet-dry double swabbing method (WDSM) for this purpose. The results showed that both methods were statistically equivalent, but the WDSM was more reliable in detecting low contamination levels. The researchers concluded that the ACM can be used as an additional sampling procedure to identify abattoir-specific risk factors in the pig slaughter line. This research has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Consumer Protection and Food Safety. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the Julius Kuehn Institute, the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety, and the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment aimed to gather field data on exposure to pesticide spray drift in orchards. The study used adult and child mannequins to simulate bystanders' exposure and measured ground sediment using petri dishes. The results showed that drift reduction settings significantly reduced exposure levels on the mannequins, and there was a strong correlation between exposure values for adults and children. The study provides valuable data for understanding the risks of pesticide application and suggests potential risk management options for safe application in the future. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from the National Polytechnic Institute in Queretaro, Mexico have conducted a study on the detoxification of aflatoxins in cornbread. Aflatoxins are carcinogenic substances that can contaminate corn, posing a health risk. The study evaluated the cornbread-making process using nixtamalization, fermentation, and baking as a method of detoxification. The results showed that the process was effective in reducing aflatoxin content by more than 80%. This research provides valuable insights into the production of safe and healthy cornbread. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Pisa in Italy has found that pufferfish and cuttlefish tissues tested positive for Tetrodotoxin (TTXs), a marine toxin. The highest concentration of TTX was found in the digestive tract of pufferfish and in the mantle of cuttlefish. The presence of TTXs in pufferfish was linked to its geographical area of origin, while cross-contamination of TTXs in cuttlefish was hypothesized. The study suggests that campaigns to educate consumers and operators about the identification of pufferfish and specific control measures for cross-contamination in seafood may improve risk management. The collaboration between competent authorities and medical personnel is also deemed essential for monitoring human poisoning. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the Max Rubner Institute in Germany examined the microbiological status of 10 raw plant-based ground meat products. The study found that the total bacterial counts varied greatly, ranging from below 1.0 log(10) CFU/g to 8.31 log(10) CFU/g, with a median count of 3.89 log(10) CFU/g. Lactic acid bacteria were found to be the majority in the microbiota of these products. While toxigenic pathogens were generally present in low counts, some samples showed higher counts of presumptive Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus cereus. The study suggests that (re)contamination of these products by pathogenic bacteria could be a potential safety concern. Further research is needed to assess the safety of spore-forming bacteria that may have survived the food processing. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Cairo, Egypt, Africa, Consumer Safety, Al-Azhar University. Keywords: Cairo; Egypt; Africa; Consumer Safety EN Cairo Egypt Africa Consumer Safety 6569 6569 1 10/16/23 20231020 NES 231020 2023 OCT 20 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- A new study on Consumer Safety is now available. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Berlin; Germany; Europe; Consumer Safety; Cosmetics; Health and Medicine; Hemic and Immune Systems; Hydrocarbons; Lymphoid Tissue; Mineral Oil; Organic Chemicals; Petrolatum; Spleen EN Berlin Germany Europe Consumer Safety Cosmetics Health and Medicine Hemic and Immune Systems Hydrocarbons Lymphoid Tissue Mineral Oil Organic Chemicals Petrolatum Spleen 6205 6205 1 10/03/23 20231006 NES 231006 2023 OCT 6 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Current study results on Consumer Safety have been published. Berlin, Germany, Europe, Consumer Safety, Cosmetics, Health and Medicine, Hemic and Immune Systems, Hydrocarbons, Lymphoid Tissue, Mineral Oil, Organic Chemicals, Petrolatum, Spleen. [Extracted from the article]

Guelph, Canada, North and Central America, Consumer Safety, Chemometric, Emerging Technologies, Machine Learning Keywords: Guelph; Canada; North and Central America; Consumer Safety; Chemometric; Emerging Technologies; Machine Learning EN Guelph Canada North and Central America Consumer Safety Chemometric Emerging Technologies Machine Learning 3264 3264 1 08/14/23 20230818 NES 230818 2023 AUG 18 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on Consumer Safety. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: New Delhi; India; Asia; Consumer Safety EN New Delhi India Asia Consumer Safety 4375 4375 1 07/24/23 20230728 NES 230728 2023 JUL 28 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Current study results on Consumer Safety have been published. The findings of the study indicate the usefulness of extended theory of planned behaviour in predicting food waste reduction behaviour among young consumers in a developing country like India.". [Extracted from the article]

According to the news editors, the research concluded: "Here, sweet buckwheat was successfully transformed by Agrobacterium-mediated floral dip method, which could be a useful tool for the production of transgenic sweet buckwheat and promote genomic function analysis in sweet buckwheat." Keywords: Hubei; People's Republic of China; Asia; Consumer Safety EN Hubei People's Republic of China Asia Consumer Safety 4437 4437 1 07/03/23 20230707 NES 230707 2023 JUL 7 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on Consumer Safety. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Mazandaran, Iran, Consumer Safety, Chemometric, Emerging Technologies, Legal Issues, Machine Learning, Babol Noshirvani University of Technology. Keywords: Mazandaran; Iran; Consumer Safety; Chemometric; Emerging Technologies; Legal Issues; Machine Learning EN Mazandaran Iran Consumer Safety Chemometric Emerging Technologies Legal Issues Machine Learning 5029 5029 1 05/22/23 20230526 NES 230526 2023 MAY 26 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on Consumer Safety have been presented. The news correspondents obtained a quote from the research from the Babol Noshirvani University of Technology, "Supervised Kohonen Map (SKM) can classify different rice samples with low errors of Venetian-Blind (= 0.04) and Monte-Carlo (= 0.05) cross validation using the Raman spectral region of 200-1600 cm(-1). [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Beijing, People's Republic of China, Asia, Consumer Safety, Asia, China, University of Science and Technology Beijing. Keywords: Beijing; People's Republic of China; Asia; Consumer Safety; China EN Beijing People's Republic of China Asia Consumer Safety China 5391 5391 1 04/24/23 20230428 NES 230428 2023 APR 28 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on Consumer Safety have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

Krakow, Poland, Europe, Consumer Safety, Food Supplements, Halogens, Iodine Keywords: Krakow; Poland; Europe; Consumer Safety; Food Supplements; Halogens; Iodine EN Krakow Poland Europe Consumer Safety Food Supplements Halogens Iodine 187 187 1 04/24/23 20230427 NES 230427 2023 APR 27 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- Researchers detail new data in Consumer Safety. [Extracted from the article]

The originality of the study lies in the fact that consumer associations with dietary fiber in relation to food were recorded unaided and general consumer preferences for naturally fiber-rich and fiber-enriched foods were assessed." Keywords: Gottingen; Germany; Europe; Consumer Safety EN Gottingen Germany Europe Consumer Safety 3185 3185 1 04/17/23 20230421 NES 230421 2023 APR 21 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on Consumer Safety have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Tamil Nadu; India; Asia; Consumer Safety EN Tamil Nadu India Asia Consumer Safety 6657 6657 1 04/17/23 20230421 NES 230421 2023 APR 21 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators discuss new findings in Consumer Safety. According to news reporting originating from Tamil Nadu, India, by NewsRx correspondents, research stated, "Food colorants are imperative ingredients for attracting consumers and in deciding their preferences. The illegal use of banned food colorants, the adulteration of natural food colorants, mislabelling of SFCs as natural colorants, and the permitted use of internationally banned food colorants, as well as the unawareness among consumers are serious issues recognized. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Berlin; Germany; Europe; Consumer Safety EN Berlin Germany Europe Consumer Safety 6503 6503 1 04/10/23 20230414 NES 230414 2023 APR 14 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- A new study on Consumer Safety is now available. Keywords for this news article include: Berlin, Germany, Europe, Consumer Safety, German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR). [Extracted from the article]

Monheim, Germany, Europe, Consumer Safety, Agrochemicals, Pesticides Keywords: Monheim; Germany; Europe; Consumer Safety; Agrochemicals; Pesticides EN Monheim Germany Europe Consumer Safety Agrochemicals Pesticides 6969 6969 1 04/03/23 20230407 NES 230407 2023 APR 7 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Research findings on Consumer Safety are discussed in a new report. [Extracted from the article]

Phthalates, namely dibutyl phthalate (DBP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP), bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 2,6-diisopropylnaphthalene (DIPN) are some of the compounds that can migrate into food." Keywords: Campinas; Brazil; South America; Consumer Safety EN Campinas Brazil South America Consumer Safety 3346 3346 1 03/23/23 20230310 NES 230310 2023 MAR 10 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Current study results on Consumer Safety have been published. [Extracted from the article]