Microbiological safety of ungulates meat intended to be frozen and defrosting of frozen ungulates meat
Predicted levels of indicator microorganisms for verification are provided for different assumed initial contamination levels.
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Mexico and IICA sign agreement to modernize livestock health and traceability through 2031
The 2026-2028 Collaboration Plan prioritizes animal traceability, health intelligence, and pest control, with an investment of approximately $6 million.
EU: the Safe2Eat 2026 campaign strengthens information on food safety
Safe2Eat 2026 expands its reach to 23 countries and strengthens confidence in food safety with clear and accessible scientific information.
Peru obtains authorization to export pork and poultry meat to Singapore
The achievement is the result of technical audits by the Singapore Food Agency of the Peruvian sanitary system; the country has 13 regions free of Classical Swine Fever.
IICA warns in Washington: without agriculture in the Americas there is no global food security
The Director General of the organization addressed the IDB on the structural vulnerability of the Latin American agri-food systems and the urgency of transforming its productive base.
EU: new AI tool to fight agri-food alerts and food fraud
This new tool will reinforce consumer safety and help national authorities work more effectively.
Antimicrobial resistance in foodborne bacteria remains a public health concern in Europe
Antimicrobial resistance in common foodborne bacteria such as Salmonella and Campylobacter continues to be a public health concern across Europe.
Argentina: Pork drove increased meat consumption in 2025
The increase in per capita meat consumption was mainly driven by pork, which registered the highest year-on-year growth and consolidated its position on Argentinian tables.
EFSA assesses bacterial growth in meat intended for freezing
EFSA assessed how bacteria grow in meat from cattle, sheep, and pigs during chilling, storage, and defrosting.
Mexico implements key measures to protect domestic pork and beef industry
The cattle and pig farming sectors support the new government measures aimed at guaranteeing the stability of the domestic market and protecting national production, with tariffs and quotas within the framework of the PACIC.
Argentina opened or reopened 160 markets for agro-industrial products in 2025
Argentine agribusiness consolidated its global presence by eliminating sanitary barriers in more than 160 markets in 2025.
Serious Listeria infections on the rise in the EU
The EFSA–ECDC report warns of an increase in severe listeriosis in the EU, linked to an aging population and changes in eating habits.
Paraguay's swine industry is planning major investments
The industry is making history with unprecedented investment projections and growth, positioning the country as a future leader in animal protein.
The Dominican Republic hosts international event to prevent ASF
The Dominican Republic brought together experts from 64 countries in an international training program to strengthen ASF surveillance and prevention.
The Philippines tightens checks on meat handling and labeling
Inspections ordered to check compliance with food safety and fair trade regulations.
EU-UK: Negotiations start on agri-food deal
The aim is to reduce the burden of trading agricultural products between the EU and the UK by aligning sanitary and phytosanitary rules.