Mycotoxin Contamination Found in Cat Food
A number of companies have had to recall certain pet foods in recent weeks due to an outbreak of pancytopenia that has affected more than 500 cats across the country and it has been reported that over 300 have now died as a result of the contamination (Vet Times). The surge in cases was originally linked to a pet food factory in Lincolnshire, resulting in the recall of three major brands of cat food. During the investigation into the outbreak by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), mycotoxins have been found in a small number of samples, these results have now been
Aflatoxins Found in Pistachios from US
Last week the European Commission RASFF portal has reported that Aflatoxins were found in pistachios from the US headed for Germany. The risk decision on the notification was marked as a ‘serious’ contamination level for the pistachios and the shipment was rejected at the border. Mycotoxins are a naturally occurring chemicals produced by certain moulds and can develop on a wide range of feed and grain based products. They often develop under warm conditions and the development of climate change in recent years has saw an increased level of mycotoxins developing, particularly in wet, warm and humid climates. Aflatoxins are a type
Biorex Food Diagnostics 2021 Rebrand
This week, we are proud to release our new branding and website for Biorex Food Diagnostics. At the beginning of 2021 we made plans to refresh our brand identity with a new logo, colour palette and website. Our aim was to create a brand that conveyed our commitment to food safety and creating innovative products through extensive research and development. For the website, we wanted to create a user friendly experience that allowed visitors to browse and enquire about products easily with a visually appealing design through the use of natural, organic imagery. Browse Products by Industry The new website allows users to
Antimicrobial Resistance Called the ‘New Climate Change’
The World Health Organisation lists antimicrobial resistance among the top 10 biggest global threats, yet the issue doesn’t receive a lot of attention on the global stage.
Antibiotic Use on the Rise in Aquaculture
Aquaculture is the farming of fish, crustaceans, mollusks, aquatic plants, algae and other organisms. It involves cultivating freshwater and saltwater populations under controlled conditions, this differs to commercial fishing where wild fish are harvested.
National Poultry Day 2021
The poultry industry delivers millions of meals to consumers around the world each year, whilst providing jobs and supporting the global economy through supplying local and export markets.
Bee Sure Your Honey is Free From Contamination
Due to its biological characteristics, honey has various benefits and uses in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. In recent years there have been numerous reports of honey being contaminated with antibiotics and concern over what side effects in human health this can lead to, including antibiotic resistance.