Australia’s wild mushroom season brings deadly risks that can’t be understated, with several lethal species lurking in parks and gardens across the country. The death cap mushroom (Amanita phalloides) contains toxins potent enough to kill a healthy adult with just one cap and has tragically claimed lives in recent years, including a 98-year-old Victorian woman […]

Latvia is facing a concerning outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections, with 12 cases reported since March 19, 2025, primarily affecting children between the ages of 3 and 6. The severity of the situation is highlighted by the fact that 11 of the 12 patients have required hospitalization, with one child developing hemolytic […]

In a groundbreaking move for public health policy, West Virginia has become the first state to implement a comprehensive ban on multiple synthetic food dyes and preservatives. Governor Patrick Morrisey signed House Bill 2354 into law on March 24, 2025, targeting seven common food dyes and two preservatives linked to health concerns. This legislation marks […]

Cranswick’s ambitious expansion plans for its Methwold, Norfolk site face significant opposition as planning officers recommend rejection ahead of the April 3, 2025 meeting of the King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council planning committee. The proposal would create a massive operation capable of producing over 6 million chickens and 56,000 pigs annually, with facilities […]

Los Angeles dessert lovers have reason to celebrate as iconic bakery Sweet Lady Jane announces its triumphant return to Melrose Avenue. After years away from its original location, the beloved bakery will reopen its doors at 8360 Melrose Avenue on March 22nd, 2025, marking a nostalgic homecoming to where the brand first established its reputation […]

Costco’s bakery section has done it again with their latest limited edition masterpiece – the Kirkland Signature Tiramisu Cheesecake. This mammoth 4.5-pound dessert combines two beloved classics into one show-stopping treat that’s taking social media by storm. Priced at just $23.99 (about $2 per serving), this rotating bakery item offers exceptional value while delivering the […]

Ben & Jerry’s has just made vegan dessert lovers’ dreams come true with their newest non-dairy creation. On March 26, 2025, the beloved ice cream brand launched Chocolate Caramel Brownie, an indulgent oat milk-based treat that features salted caramel swirls, crunchy almond toffee pieces, and fudgy brownies. This certified vegan pint joins their expanding Non-Dairy […]

This Chocolate Banana Snack Cake combines two beloved flavors into one irresistible treat that’s perfect for snacking, dessert, or even breakfast. The moist, tender cake showcases the natural sweetness of ripe bananas while rich chocolate swirls create an indulgent marbled effect throughout. Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish, this easy recipe yields […]

The World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) hosted its largest-ever Partnership Meeting in São Paulo, Brazil, on March 19-20, 2025, gathering nearly 500 global leaders from over 40 countries to address critical challenges facing the cocoa industry. Under the theme “Our Future: Resilience Through Sustainability,” participants focused on strengthening resilience, promoting sustainable growth, and developing comprehensive strategies […]

TraceGains has unveiled Intelligent Document Processing (IDP), an AI-powered Certificate of Analysis solution set to transform quality control in the food and beverage industry. Launching on March 25, 2025, this innovation addresses one of the sector’s most time-consuming tasks by automating COA processing for material compliance and lot-level ingredient quality control. Built on OpenAI’s foundation […]