Food Safety

Food safety is a scientific discipline describing handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent foodborne illness. This includes a number of routines that should be followed to avoid potentially severe health hazards.

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[Press Release] MSC iReefer and Global Trade Services Move Fresh Fruit Logistics With ConfidenceMSC iReefer, an advanced reefer cargo tracking and monitoring system, is helping fruit traders grow their business with confidence.	August 17, 2025 Produce Report
Newly Secured FernMark License Set To Boost New Zealand’s Avocado ExportsNew Zealand Avocado recently secured the FernMark license, marking a new phase in its global market expansion.	August 14, 2025 Jing Zang
China Releases Phytosanitary Rules for Fresh Australian ApplesOn Aug. 5, China’s General Administration of Customs published the phytosanitary requirements for fresh apples from Australia.	August 13, 2025 Jing Zang
Vietnam To Release New National Durian StandardVietnamese authorities are working on a new national standard for fresh durians to better regulate the industry and boost its competitiveness.	August 05, 2025 Jing Zang
Australia Considers Approving GM Purple Tomatoes for SaleNorfolk Healthy Produce has applied for approval to grow and sell its genetically modified purple tomatoes in Australia, potentially entering the market next year.	June 29, 2025 Roy G
Vietnam Hosts Seminar on Durian Industry ChallengesOn June 10, Vietnamese media outlet Tien Phong hosted a seminar on the sustainable development of the durian industry, with a particular focus on food safety.	June 11, 2025 Jing Zang
Vietnam Links Excessive Cadmium in Durians to Korean FertilizersVinacam Group has urged the Vietnamese government to investigate excessive cadmium levels in durians, allegedly linked to South Korean fertilizers.	June 05, 2025 Jing Zang
China Approves Codes for 829 Vietnamese Durian Orchards and 131 Packaging FacilitiesChina’s General Administration of Customs has recently approved codes for 829 Vietnamese durian orchards and 131 packaging facilities.	May 28, 2025 Jing Zang
China Relaxes Auramine Testing Requirements for Thai DuriansChina Customs has lowered the inspection rate for auramine O testing on Thai durians originating from well-managed packaging facilities.	May 13, 2025 Jing Zang
China Releases Phytosanitary Rules for Fresh Cambodian DuriansOn April 28, China’s General Administration of Customs published the phytosanitary requirements for importing fresh Cambodian durians.	May 08, 2025 Jing Zang