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This episode of Food Safety Five discusses new research about the rising Salmonella disease burden worldwide and the utility of whole genome sequencing (WGS) for Salmonella surveillance. Read More

This episode of Food Safety Five discusses a food safety issue that was covered in some of our most-read scientific articles of 2025: microplastics release from food contact materials and contamination of food. Read More

This episode of Food Safety Five discusses scientific recommendations around ultra-processed food (UPF) definitions and policy, a study demonstrating the antimicrobial efficacy of common sanitizers in potato wash water, and a review outlining the food safety risks of edible flowers. Also discussed are regulatory and standards developments in the U.S., EU, and at the international level.

Three people in Ontario have died as a result of a Listeria outbreak linked to plant-based milk products produced in the province. The outbreak has been traced to products under the Great Value and Silk brands, with the source of contamination identified at a factory in Pickering, Ontario. The factory is a third-party beverage packaging

In light of recent increases in grocery prices, Canadians are facing new challenges in maintaining food safety. Research conducted by Dalhousie University’s Agri-Food Analytics Lab has sparked a conversation about the risks of consuming food that has gone beyond its best-before date—a practice becoming more common as consumers try to stretch their budgets. Read More

On April 22, the world will be celebrating Earth Day again, and it’s the perfect time to explore the inherent connection between the safety of our food and the health of our planet. Read More

Toronto, Ontario, is the latest major city in Canada to embark on an ambitious journey toward sustainability within the foodservice industry by enacting pioneering single-use and takeaway item laws. Read More

Recent scientific research has discovered a new beacon of hope for families navigating the challenges of food allergies. A breakthrough drug, omalizumab, has been shown to offer significant protection for children against the potentially life-threatening reactions caused by accidentally consuming foods that trigger their allergies. This development is particularly encouraging for those affected by multiple