Intertek Blog: Food & Agriculture
03 May 2025
United States Food and Drug Administration Bans FD&C Red No. 3 (Erythrosine)
Food and Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Now Have Until 15 January 2027, or 18 January 2028 to Reformulate Their Products
02 May 2025
Two Approaches, One Goal: Comparing EU and UK Exposure Assessments
Compare EU and UK Exposure Assessments: How Food Data Impacts Risk Evaluations
19 Mar 2025
Comparison Between Feed Additives and Feed Materials in the European Union
Understand the differences between feed additives and feed materials in the EU
14 Mar 2025
Mycotoxins: A Growing Threat to Food Security in a Changing Climate
In this blog we look at the effect of climate change on mycotoxin occurrence, potential impacts on food safety and security, and how to mitigate the risks of mycotoxins.
07 Mar 2025
Communicating the Value of Food Safety to Senior Leadership
In this blog we outline tips to help you build a culture of food safety which can be a challenge beyond the Quality Department.
09 Dec 2024
EDQM Publishes the 2024 2nd Edition of Its Technical Guide on Metals and Alloys for Food Contact
Learn About the EDQM's 2024 Update to the Technical Guide on Metals in Food Contact Materials
22 Aug 2024
The BPS Grace Period is Due to Expire – Are You Prepared?
The Prop 65 grace period for bisphenol S (BPS) ends in December 2024
18 Jul 2024
Delivering Training Excellence
Ritchie Rackham MCQI CQP delivers Food Safety and ISO Management Systems courses for Intertek Academy in the UK and shares insight with Natalie Courtney into what makes a great trainer and tips for those considering a similar career path.
02 Aug 2024
Valuable Insights into the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Strategic Priorities and Forthcoming Changes
An expert editorial of FDA Deputy Commissioner, Jim Jones’ keynote speech at IFT 2024.
07 Jul 2024
World Chocolate Day
World Chocolate Day celebrates chocolate's history, health benefits of cocoa flavanols, and the hard work in its growth and production.
18 Jun 2024
Is your food business ready for a crisis?
Even in a well-managed company, crises can occur suddenly and unexpectedly. Intertek's UK Food Technical Consultant Heather Hayward recalls a crisis situation and lessons learned.
17 Jun 2024
Qualified Presumption of Safety (QPS)
The QPS approach simplifies safety assessment of microorganisms in EU food supply. It aids pre-assessment but doesn't guarantee market approval.
03 Jun 2024
Are you ready for the updated EU Breakfast Directives?
Understanding the upcoming requirements for honey, jam, fruit juices, and dried milk sold in the European Union.
09 Apr 2024
Food Safety & Quality Culture
Peter’s Food share their journey to excellence and tips on how to meet the BRCGS requirement.
15 Feb 2024
Uncover Hidden Talents
Unveiling Unseen Brilliance: Strategies and Insights for Unearthing Hidden Talents in Your Organization
07 Nov 2023
Cyberattacks in the Food Industry: A Recipe for Potential Disaster
Increased use of Technology Exposes Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities
06 Oct 2023
Tips to increase staff retention in restaurants
Food Safety Consultant Heather Hayward outlines some of the associated risks resulting from low staff retention in restaurants and solutions to help.
18 Aug 2023
World Honeybee Day: Raising Awareness about the Importance of Honeybees
Understanding the significance of honeybees in ecosystems, their role in the maintenance of global food security, and current risks to their populations
15 Aug 2023
3 Steps to a stress-free factory floor demo task during a food safety audit
Achieving a good result in a food safety audit is one of the key objectives of any food factory Technical or Quality Manager if they are on their journey to third-party certification.
11 Aug 2023
New Amendment to Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011
Overview of key changes to the European Food Contact Plastics Regulation under (EU) 2023/1442
27 Jun 2023
Five key takeaways from the EU ‘From the Hives’ report
An expert view from an Intertek honey authenticity scientist
21 Mar 2023
The FDA’s Decision Regarding the Pathway Forward for Cannabidiol
Navigating the Changing Regulations in the United States
10 Feb 2023
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2023
Shining a spotlight on Intertek's women in science: An interview with Joanne Hubbard, Technical Specialist Manager, UK Food Services
12 Jan 2023
HACCP Verification – An Introduction
HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) is an internationally recognised risk-based system utilised throughout the food supply chain
18 Oct 2022
EFSA’s Statement on the Safety of Cannabidiol as a Novel Food
Data Gaps and How to Fill Them
06 Oct 2022
How to Continually Improve Your Food Safety Management System
In an ever-changing world, establishing and maintaining a food safety programme is not enough. Every organisation must strive for continual improvement to stay compliant, relevant, and successful
30 Aug 2022
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids: What food businesses need to know
In light of new European legislation coming into force for pyrrolizidine alkaloids, we sat down with Joanne Hubbard and Patrick McNamara, Technical Specialist Managers for the UK and Global markets at Intertek, to discuss these natural contaminants
31 May 2022
In the hot seat: Acrylamide-related changes to California Proposition 65 Regulations for foods that undergo cooking or heat processing
Injunction for acrylamide-related lawsuits upheld and new proposed warnings labels for acrylamide in food
18 Aug 2020
The growing risk of UK food fraud during the COVID-19 outbreak
Identifying the risk of food fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic and best practices for protecting food authenticity
01 May 2020
Developing Sustainable Fisheries
An Overview of Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) & Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)
21 Oct 2019
Introduction to Canada’s Recreational Cannabis Edible Regulations
Health Canada Releases Final Regulations
30 Apr 2019
Regulatory Compliance for Supplement Product Labels in the US and the EU
Common Deficiencies
16 Apr 2019
The USDA's Final Rule on Mandatory Disclosure of Bioengineered Foods in the US
What you need to know...
09 Apr 2019
The Confusing World of CBD in Food and Supplements
Navigating Changing Regulations in Canada, the US, and the EU
22 Jan 2019
BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Version 8
Are you aware of the changes implemented in this new version?
27 Nov 2018
Exploring the Food eCommerce Industry
Uncovering challenges, regulations and trends in this rising industry
10 Apr 2018
Identification and Quantification of Volatile Organic Compounds in Food Contact Materials
Ensuring the safety of polymers used in food contact materials
27 Feb 2018
196 Permitted Food Additives Under Review for Deletion in Japan
Manufacturers must respond to Japanese authorities to keep additives on the list
20 Jun 2017
Proposition 65 vs. Processed Food Companies - A New (Costly) Thorn in Your Side
The addition of furfuryl alcohol, a natural by-product of thermal food processing, to the Proposition 65 list will likely result in added litigation risks for food/beverage manufacturers selling products in California.
09 May 2017
EU Enzymes Dietary Exposure Finalised Guidance - Move Towards More Realistic Assumptions
Moving Towards More Realistic Assumptions
15 Mar 2017
What Industry Should Know About the New Best Practices Guidelines for Probiotics
New industry guidelines will help reduce inconsistency and add clarity for consumers
02 Dec 2016
FDA Dietary Fiber Guidance and Its Impact on the Food Industry
The latest developments on dietary fiber may have a major impact on many companies currently making "dietary fiber" declarations in the U.S.
11 Nov 2016
Tackling e-Commerce in the Food Industry
An analysis of the growth of online sales specifically within the Food Industry
10 Nov 2016
Intertek welcomes New Novel Food EFSA Guidance Deadline
A critical step in the establishment of the new EU novel food Regulations
06 Sep 2016
FDA GRAS Rule About to be Finalized - Clarifications, but No Surprises
After 19 years as a proposed rule, the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will finalize the criteria by which food ingredients can be concluded to be "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS)
30 Aug 2016
Food Contact Regulatory Framework in China 2016
Intertek provides insights into how the regulations in China are shaping up and the potential effects on industry.
26 Aug 2016
FDA's Updated Draft New Dietary Ingredient Guidance
Some Progress but No Dramatic Changes
28 Jun 2016
A further update to EU Novel Food Regulations
Intertek's EU food regulatory expert provides insights into how the regulations and guidance documents are shaping up and potential effects on industry.
21 Jun 2016
California Proposition 65 - Another Year of Businesses Paying the Price
The threat of settlement fees from notices of violation continue to loom over businesses in California.
20 May 2016
Food law has changed a lot in 500 years
Exploring the changes in food law 500 years since the first recorded food regulation was introduced
08 Apr 2016
California Proposition 65 Update: BPA - End of the 1-year Grace Period
OHHEA plans to impose temporary emergency regulations for canned food retailers due to possible BPA-related litigation concerns.
08 Mar 2016
U.S. FDA Set to Increase Enforcement on Dietary Supplements
Office of Dietary Supplement Program set to increase industry oversight and consumer protection in light of high profile violations
23 Feb 2016
Getting New Animal Food Ingredients Into the U.S. Market
Emerging Developments in U.S. Animal Food Regulatory Acceptance
19 Feb 2016
EFSA Takes a Closer Look at Food Enzyme Exposure Assessments
Deadline for Public Consultation is 31 March 2016
26 Jan 2016
Added Sugar: Dietary Guidelines in the U.S. and Beyond
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines cracks down on added sugar
08 Dec 2015
On the trail of understanding consumer tastes
How sensory analysis can benefit your business
17 Nov 2015
EFSA’s Safety Opinion on Isoflavone-Containing Supplements for Post-Menopausal Women
Conclusions give pause but no safety concerns
03 Nov 2015
Revised EU Novel Foods Regulations Set for Adoption
Learn more about how these changes will impact you
01 Sep 2015
Sample testing in the global food supply chain
Where and how often in the supply chain should food sample testing take place?
25 Aug 2015
JECFA Releases Call for Data for 82nd Meeting
Learn more about JECFA and how this could impact your food substance.
11 Jun 2015
Engaging with webinars
With our working lives becoming increasingly pressured and time a precious commodity, why should we take time out for webinars?
08 May 2015
Updating the United States Food and Drug Administration's Redbook
Public commenting period has been extended to May 11, 2015
03 Mar 2015
What is Third Party Certification and Accreditation for the food industry?
An analysis of accreditation and certification and the value it can add to your business, wherever you sit along the global food supply chain.
22 Sep 2014
China: A Regulatory Update
Changes in novel food regulations will impact new and existing novel food products.
28 Aug 2014
Durian Tested for Degree of Ripeness
A Farmer in Thailand was jailed for selling unripe Durian. But why? And why should we care?
18 Apr 2014
A Closer Look: Chocolate Easter Eggs, The Global Supply Chain
The average chunk of chocolate undergoes hundreds of assessments from the day the cocoa seed is planted.
03 Apr 2014
Requirements for a Gluten-Free Food Label
Do you know about the regulatory requirements for food labeling, specifically when it comes to gluten free products?