DATA

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

The latest issue of the "Food in the Spotlight" newsletter discusses how disconnected B2B data hinders business efficiency, creating risks and inefficiencies. It introduces Celeryaโ€™s SYD protocol, aimed at improving data connectivity across companies. The newsletter also highlights significant developments in food law and regulations affecting allergen assessments and safety standards in the EU.

PFAS control is moving upstream from the food on the shelf to the feed, water, soil, and packaging.

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

The EU Commission has introduced Recommendation (EU) 2026/1307 for monitoring perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in feed, potentially extending to soil and drinking water. Member States must monitor four key PFAS compounds from 2026 to 2028. Data must be submitted to EFSA by June 2029, adhering to strict sampling and analysis methods.