South Australia now tomato virus free

More than 200,000 samples have been tested across 109 properties, providing strong evidence that the virus is no longer present in South Australia South Australia is now free of tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV), paving the way for impacted growers to return to full trade rights across th...

IFPRI and ICAR convene regional dialogue on food policy for South Asia

The dialogue brought together senior government leaders, researchers, and development partners to discuss priorities for resilient, inclusive, and healthy food systems The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), in partnership with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)...

MycoTWIN boosts Türkiye’s Mycotoxin research with EU support

The project provided TÜBİTAK with access to cutting-edge methodologies, joint studies, and advanced training, boosting its capacity to monitor and address mycotoxin risks The EU-funded MycoTWIN project has successfully advanced global efforts to tackle mycotoxins, harmful fungal compounds that...

Western Australia's school-based nutrition program Crunch&Sip turns 20

The program encourages primary students to eat fresh vegetables and fruit, and drink water Western Australia's beloved school-based nutrition program, Crunch & Sip, is turning 20. For two decades, the Cancer Council WA's Crunch&Sip program - funded by Healthway - has been a stapl...

West Australia project to turn beer by-products into food and fibre innovations

The Government is backing the initiative with a $660,000 investment in the $1.24 million project A new research partnership in Western Australia is set to give beer by-products a second life, transforming them into high-value food and fibre products. The Value-Adding to Brewery Spent Grain pr...

Federal grant to accelerate rollout of smoke sensor innovation Australian for wine sector

Over 100 WISD prototypes have already been tested across several states, monitoring smoke during controlled burns and bushfires Australian winegrape growers are set to benefit from a breakthrough real-time smoke monitoring system designed to protect vineyards from the costly impacts of bushfire ...

USFDA warns against imported cookware may leach dangerous levels of lead

The FDA noted that its analysis of some cookware products has demonstrated lead leaching into food The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety alert warning consumers and retailers about certain imported cookware products that may leach significant levels of lead (Pb) into fo...

US FDA proposes amended SOI for pasteurised orange juice

The proposed rule will also provide flexibility to the food industry The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a proposed rule to amend an over 60-year-old Standard of Identity (SOI) for pasteurised orange juice to promote honesty and fair dealing for consumers. The proposed rule will als...

Australia, New Zealand review GM purple tomato

This application marks the sixth GM food assessed through FSANZ’s joint regulatory process with Health Canada Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is seeking public comment on a new application to approve the sale and use of genetically modified (GM) tomato lines, known as the GM Purpl...

ADAFSA releases Abu Dhabi Date Varieties Guide

Featuring 61 date varieties classified by their environmental and geographical traits In conjunction with the launch of the 21st Liwa Date Festival 2025, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) released the Abu Dhabi Date Varieties Guide, a comprehensive reference for the mo...

India gains major boost for agri and food exports in UK trade deal

For the first time, India has also agreed to phased duty reductions on imports of UK-origin alcoholic beverages, including whisky, rum, brandy, vodka, liqueurs, cider, mead, and tequila India has secured a significant win for its agriculture and food processing sectors in its trade agreement wit...

Salmonella outbreak linked to deep-brand frozen sprouted beans prompts multistate recall

The outbreak has so far resulted in 11 reported illnesses across 10 states The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in collaboration with the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local health agencies, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Anatum infe...

Australia’s proposed Iona beef facility declared prescribed project

The Iona Project aims to boost beef processing capacity, strengthen regional supply chains, and cement Queensland’s place as Australia’s beef production powerhouse The Crisafulli Government has officially declared the Central Highland Iona Project a ‘prescribed project’, clearing the way...

UK launches Good Food Cycle to transform food system 

This fresh approach sets out the government’s vision for a modern food system that sits at the heart of the government’s Plan for Change, tackling multiple critical challenges at once and helping to put more money back in people’s pockets The UK government has served up its new “Good F...

Australia commits $139.7Mn to support transition from live sheep exports

This significant investment will help the sector collaborate on a long-term strategy backed by targeted investment The Australian Government has announced a $139.7 million transition package to support individuals, businesses, and communities as the country prepares to phase out live sheep expor...

US FDA updates food labelling compliance program

The updated compliance program serves as a key resource for FDA inspectors conducting labelling inspections at both domestic and foreign food facilities The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a significant update to its Compliance Program 7321.005, now titled General Food Labelli...

New Zealand and Indonesia sign halal cooperation arrangement

The Halal Cooperation Arrangement (HCA) supports ongoing collaboration between New Zealand and Indonesia on halal standards, certification, and product assurance, helping exporters meet requirements and streamline trade The Government has signed a new halal cooperation arrangement in Jakarta ove...

Australia approves cultivated Japanese quail

The approved product, cultivated Japanese quail, is developed by Sydney-based startup Vow under its premium brand Forged In a landmark decision set to redefine the future of food, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has granted its first-ever approval for a cultivated meat product, mark...

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