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Salmonella in Bakery Products – Why Contamination is Rising

For decades, bakery products have been considered one of the safest food categories. Flour, sugar, butter, and eggs—while prone to certain quality concerns—were not ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamApr 22, 20256 min read

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Hydrogen Peroxide: Is the 2024 Outbreak Behind Us?

Hydrogen peroxide, a widely used disinfectant and food processing agent, has been at the center of a major food safety crisis in 2024. The number of reported incidents ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamApr 1, 20254 min read

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Deoxynivalenol in Focus: Examining Recent Trends and Future Outlook

Deoxynivalenol (DON), also known as vomitoxin, is one of the most prevalent mycotoxins found in cereals and grains, particularly wheat, barley, oats, and maize. This ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamMar 4, 202510 min read

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Fumonisins Under the Microscope: Recent Incidents and Future Perspectives

Fumonisins are a class of mycotoxins predominantly produced by fungi in the genus Fusarium, including Fusarium verticillioides and Fusarium proliferatum. These toxins ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamFeb 13, 20259 min read

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Patulin Contamination: Current Challenges and Future Developments

Patulin is a mycotoxin found predominantly in decaying fruits, especially apples and apple-based products, posing significant food safety risks. This article explores ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamJan 23, 202511 min read

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Cadmium in Avocados: 350% Global Incident Surge, Spotlight on Peru

It's not often that the global avocado market—valued for its health benefits and multitude of culinary uses in a number of cuisines—has to confront a serious challenge: ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamOct 4, 20247 min read

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Indian Spices Under Fire: Ethylene Oxide Contamination Sparks Global Concern

Indian spices, celebrated for their aromatic and flavorful contributions to global cuisine, are now under intense international scrutiny. This heightened attention is ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamJun 17, 20244 min read

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Heavy Metal Contamination Alert: Arsenic, Lead, Cadmium in Global Food Supply

In recent years, an alarming discovery has been made regarding heavy metal contamination in the global food supply, specifically concerning toxic elements such as ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamNov 20, 20234 min read

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How Should Food Workers Protect Food from Contamination After It Is Cooked?

In a world where food safety is a top priority for public health, the process of ensuring safety doesn't end at the cooking stove. After food is cooked, begins the ...

SGS FoodNexus Editorial TeamSep 5, 202211 min read