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Microbial safety assessment: Registering a new microorganism in the EU

Registering a new microorganism as a novel food or as a feed additive may be difficult to start with if one is not familiar...

How will food transparency change with the new amended EU General Food Law?

On Friday, 6 September 2019, a Regulation amending the EU General Food Law from 2002 was published in the EU Official...

Probiotics and beyond in the EU: A regulatory maze for food and feed

Probiotics – those “good bacteria” found in yoghurts, supplements, and animal feed – are big business and a hot topic.

Food safety regulations in the European Union

The European Union (EU) has some of the most stringent food safety regulations in the world. From the General Food Law to sectorial laws and detailed ...

Microbial testing – An overview of what it is and what it is for

Every day, we come into contact with microorganisms. While many are harmless, a few can invade our bodies causing severe illness or contamination. Yet...

Microalgae to market: Regulatory essentials for food innovators

Microalgae are gaining ground as sustainable and functional ingredients. To reach the market, developers must meet demanding safety and compliance exp...

What are novel foods and how do they reach the market?

Novel foods are one of the most dynamic frontiers in food innovation. From precision-fermented proteins and microalgae-based ingredients to cultured m...

The approval of food enzymes in the European Union

Enzymes have been used in food production for centuries and have been produced commercially since the mid-20th century. New ones are being introduced ...

US vs EU: Getting American microbial products into the European market

The European requirements for regulated products in the food chain are among the strictest in the world. Food safety is taken seriously to protect the...

Decoding the Updated EFSA Notification Requirements

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has been at the forefront of ensuring the food safety chain is transparent and trustworthy. With the Transpa...

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