Industry News
·Jul 1, 2025
New Zealand Food Safety has released a new report showcasing how the country’s food safety system effectively manages emerging risks and maintains high standards. The report emphasizes the importance of collaboration among regulators, industry, and consumers in ensuring food safety…
Allergen Bureau News
·Jul 1, 2025
An international expert consultation on Qualitative Risk Assessment of Food Allergens took place this week (16–20 June 2025) at FAO Headquarters in Rome. Led by FAO and WHO, the meeting brought together global experts to develop science-based guidance to help…
Consumer Information
·Jul 1, 2025
Despite many guidelines and interventions having been proposed, accidental exposure to food allergens in when eating out remains a significant risk for food allergic consumers and the businesses serving them. A recent review has highlighted the three major allergen hazards in food service and proposes three solutions to address them. According to the review, hidden allergens, cross-contamination, and…
Allergy Research
·Jul 1, 2025
A new study has provided the most comprehensive data to date on walnut allergy thresholds, addressing a critical gap in global food allergen risk assessment. Researchers analysed published results of 415 oral food challenges (OFCs) in walnut-allergic children between 2014 and 2023. The estimated…
Allergy Research
·Jul 1, 2025
A study presented at the recent 2025 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) annual meeting has revealed a rise in emergency room (ER) visits linked to food-related allergic reactions in young children, particularly infants. The increase coincides with updated guidelines encouraging the…
Consumer Information
·Jul 1, 2025
A BBC investigation in the UK has revealed serious food safety concerns on TikTok Shop, where numerous food products are being sold without proper ingredient and food allergen labelling. Accurate allergen labelling is a legal requirement on all products offered for sale in the…
