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Laser Spec Detects Vegetable Contaminants
Nov. 5, 2009 - A high-resolution, time-resolved spectroscopy system has helped researchers make the first quantitative measurements of trace... continue reading »
Chinese Officials Examine Food Safety Systems in Minnesota
Twenty-two senior Chinese food safety delegates from government, industry and academic sectors arrive in Minnesota this week to conclude a two-week pr... continue reading »
California Legislature Approves Comprehensive Package to Overhaul Water System
The state Legislature passed a wide-ranging water package that includes an $11-billion bond as dawn broke over the Capitol today. Los Angeles Times
Report Criticizes Response to Produce-Borne Illness Outbreaks
Food-borne illness outbreaks, caused by everything from spinach to peppers, have sickened hundreds in recent years and have snagged the public's atten... continue reading »
Chinese Officials Examine Food Safety Systems in Minnesota
Nov. 3, 2009 - Twenty-two senior Chinese food safety delegates from government, industry and academic sectors arrive in Minnesota this week ... continue reading »
‘Good’ Bacteria Show Up in Salmonella Research
The 10 tomatoes sitting in a Tupperware tub at the Food and Drug Administration seem to be doing nothing more than rotting, slowly. NewJersey.com
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E. Coli Outbreak in Fredericton Probed
Public health officials are investigating four confirmed cases of E. coli, which are believed to be linked to a fast-food restaurant in Fredericton. C... continue reading »
As Other Retailers Struggle, Wal-Mart Steps Up Its Game
Head to the back of the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Raynham and you may be in for a surprise. Boston Globe
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Prosecutors Going After Businesses that Don’t Pay Employees
With the economy still struggling, many local businesses are hurting and some may be tempted to hold off on paying some employees. Bakersfield Califor... continue reading »
Survey of State Health Departments Underscores Gaps in Foodborne Illness Response
A survey of state health departments regarding their capacity to track produce-related foodborne
illnesses found that the response and inves... continue reading »
