21st century approach to food safety: A call for genomic surveillance food safety, foodborne pathogen, genomic, Quadram Institute, surveillance, 26 July 24/ in Editors' Picks, Featured Articles, Food Safety A new review in Nature Reviews Microbiology advocates for a revolutionary approach to food safety. Researchers propose shifting from traditional methods to a holistic, genome-based surveillance system monitoring entire microbial communities across the food chain. This 21st-century approach aims to better address both known and emerging foodborne threats in our complex global food sys ..read more

Scientists use hydrogen nanobubbles to boost tomato antioxidants antioxidants, health, hydrogen, irrigation, Nutrition, tomato, 22 July 24/ in E-News, Food Science, Sustainability A groundbreaking study reveals that hydrogen nanobubble irrigation can significantly enhance the antioxidant content of tomatoes, potentially revolutionising crop nutrition and agricultural practices. This technique not only fortifies the fruit with higher concentrations of health-boosting compounds but also provides a blueprint for leveraging hydrogen’s unique properties in agriculture. Nanobubble technology ..read more

From garden oddity to grocery staple: The scientific makeover of the groundcherry CRISPR, fruit, genetics, groundcherry, Nutrition, 19 July 24/ in Featured Articles, Genetic Engineering Scientists at the Boyce Thompson Institute are using CRISPR gene editing to transform the little-known groundcherry into a commercially viable crop, potentially revolutionising the fruit market and providing valuable insights for related species. Physalis grisea (groundcherry) Reimagining a forgotten fruit In a quiet corner of North America, a small fruit with an intriguing flavour profile has been gro ..read more

New global initiative to train food scientists and expand food composition database food scientists, foodomics, Good Food Fellows, Periodic Table of Food Initiative, training, 19 July 24/ in E-News, Sustainability The American Heart Association and The Rockefeller Foundation are spearheading a pioneering research fellowship programme aimed at advancing our understanding of food composition and its impact on human and planetary health. Good Food Fellows programme launched In a bold move to address the global challenges of diet-related diseases and unsustainable agricultural practices, th ..read more

Genetic breakthrough unveils citrus flavonoid synthesis pathways citrus, flavonoid, genetics, glycosylation, Nutrition, 09 July 24/ in E-News, Nutrients New research from Huazhong Agricultural University has identified key genes responsible for flavonoid production in citrus fruits, potentially paving the way for enhanced nutritional profiles and disease resistance in future cultivars. Unravelling the genetic code A team of researchers from Huazhong Agricultural University has made significant strides in understanding the genetic underpinnings of flavonoid synthesis in citrus fruits. The ..read more

Italian snack manufacturer boosts production capacity by 76% with integrated solutions continuous frying system, potato crisps, Preziosi Food, snacks, TNA solutions, 03 July 24/ in E-News, Production In response to the accelerating snacks market in Italy and growing consumer preference for budget-friendly private-label goods, Preziosi Food, a prominent Italian manufacturer of potato crisps and snacks, has significantly expanded its production capacity. The company partnered with TNA solutions to implement a comprehensive upgrade of its manufacturing facilities within a stringent 12-month ..read more

Pioneering project seeks food manufacturers to develop egg replacements egg replacements, Innovation Fund Denmark, partners, PIER project, plant-based, 02 July 24/ in E-News, Ingredients, Sustainability A groundbreaking initiative is calling for food manufacturers to participate in the development of innovative plant-based egg replacements. The Plant-based Ingredients for Egg Replacement (PIER) project, a collaboration between emulsifier specialist Palsgaard, its R&D sister company Nexus, and Aarhus University, is seeking partners to co-create solutions that could significantly reduc ..read more

Nutrient content analysis reveals stark differences between whole wheat and refined flour nutrient analysis, NUTRITION 2024, refined flour, Vitamin E, whole wheat, 01 July 24/ in E-News, Nutrients A groundbreaking study has shed new light on the nutritional disparities between whole wheat and refined flour products, offering valuable insights for food scientists and nutritionists. The research, presented at NUTRITION 2024 (held in Chicago from June 29 to July 2), the flagship annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, traces the journey of nutrients from farm to table, providi ..read more

Primerdesign launches rapid Norovirus detection kit for oysters aquaculture, food safety, genesig Easy_oys Detection Kit, Norovirus, oysters, 01 July 24/ in Food Safety, Product news Primerdesign, a subsidiary of the Novacyt Group, has unveiled a new quantitative PCR (qPCR) assay for the swift and reliable detection of Norovirus in oysters. The genesig® Easy_oys Detection Kit targets both genogroup I and II Norovirus pathogens in oyster tissue, offering a user-friendly and cost-effective solution for on-site contamination screening. Addressing a critical food safety concern Norovirus, a ..read more

Pioneering sustainability tool unveiled for brewing industry beer, brewing, climate change, IFF, Sustainability Brewing Calculator, 01 July 24/ in E-News, Sustainability A groundbreaking digital tool designed to simplify sustainable decision-making for brewers has been unveiled by IFF, a global leader in food and beverage, home and personal care, and health sectors. The Sustainability Brewing Calculator, an online resource, demonstrates how alterations to raw material inputs can result in significant reductions in water consumption, energy usage, CO2 emissions, and land utilisation. Addr ..read more