News & Alerts

EFSA and ECDC warn of a Salmonella Bovismorbificans outbreak linked to imported alfalfa seeds, affecting 10 EU/EEA countries and the United Kingdom.

EFSA and ECDC report a multi-country Salmonella Stanley outbreak linked to flavoured noodle products across 13 EU/EEA nations, urging consumers to check for recalls.

Hanoi Police have arrested leaders of An Binh Group for smuggling and distributing over 10,000 tons of chicken feet that failed to meet food safety standards.

During the peak inspection period in April-May 2026, authorities sanctioned over 5,700 food safety violations, totaling more than 22.4 billion VND in fines.

Authorities have prosecuted four individuals for using the prohibited chemical 6-Benzylaminopurine to produce over 1,000 tons of bean sprouts, posing severe health risks to consumers.

During the 2026 Action Month for Food Safety, authorities in Nghe An province inspected and fined 325 violating establishments, totaling over 1.1 billion VND.

The Nghe An interdisciplinary inspection team has identified and proposed fines for 7 food production and business establishments due to serious food safety violations.

The Ninh Binh Provincial Police have prosecuted two individuals for the illegal use of borax in the production of rice cakes, posing a direct threat to food safety.