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Controlling Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) – preventing contamination and recalls

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Understanding and controlling the threat of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli

Looking at the difference between Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) and non- Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, and how to control these pathogens and prevent contamination and recalls.

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Controlling Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) – preventing contamination and recalls

Recalls of various prepacked, ready-to-eat sandwiches, wraps and salads have recently been announced due to possible contamination with E. coli. Is your business fully protected?

Beating food crime: download our FREE eBook

Food crime is a significant threat to any food or drink business operator, with many associated food safety risks.

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Key considerations for safe and successful reformulation

There are lots of reasons to replace ingredients and reformulate – but how do you do it safely? Here we explore some key considerations for the safe replacement of ingredients.

New ingredients, new processes: managing established risks

With the adoption of new ingredients and processing technologies, food business operators need to be aware of the associated food safety risks so that they can deliver new products that are both safe and successful.

Microbiological safety of plant-based meat alternatives

Plant-based food production often involves ingredients and processes that wouldn’t normally appear in their meat-based counterparts. As such, producers of plant-based products need to be mindful of the potential risks.

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Member Interest Groups: Autumn 24 round

Campden BRI members are invited to be involved in the industry’s hot topic discussions, to hear industry information, and to pick up tips. Register your attendance today.

Highlights and insights from Millers’ Day 2024

We cover the detail of the presentations given by our in-house experts, on ultra-processed foods, developments in cereal testing methods, and food allergen considerations for millers.

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Event: SafePlate 2024

This member-only event will be focused exclusively on the thermal processing sector. Hear about novel retorting technologies, new research, industry challenges and skills gaps faced by the sector.