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In the fields of Italy, a conflict over corn.
Though the science is at best inconclusive, there is a widespread conviction in Italy that genetically altered foods and crops pose dangers to human health and ecosystems. New York Times. 24 August 2010.
Woman researcher tackles aflatoxin poisoning.
Despite a bumper harvest of maize just a few months ago, many residents in the eastern part of Kenya are facing hunger and starvation. While granaries in the region may be full, the grain cannot be sold, let alone be eaten. Inter Press Service. 23 August 2010.
Slow poisoning continues unabated.
Food adulteration in Bangladesh has assumed alarming proportions. Experts point out that one of the major reasons for infertility is the residues of pesticides, growth hormones, heavy metals and mycotoxins in our food because our farmers are not educated or trained in the use of chemicals. Dhaka Daily Star, Bangladesh. Opinion, 14 August 2010.
Methyl iodide - follow the money.
California has had methyl iodide on its official list of chemicals known to cause cancer for more than 20 years. It is unconscionable for the state to jeopardize the health and well-being of this and future generations of Californians by moving ahead and allowing methyl iodide to be used as a pesticide. Ventura County Star, California. Opinion, 1 August 2010.
China vows to stop restaurant reuse of cooking oil.
Chinese call it "gutter oil" – a foul slop fished from sewage drains or collected at restaurant back doors – and it's being used widely in its food outlets. China's latest food-safety scandal has shaken consumers and brought new pledges of government action. Associated Press. 21 July 2010.
China steps up crackdown on 'gutter oil' skimmed from kitchen waste.
China has ordered food safety officials nationwide to step up the fight against "gutter oil" that is illegally skimmed from kitchen waste and resold, part of a government crackdown on foods tainted with potentially lethal substances. Associated Press. 20 July 2010.
China sounds alarm over filthy cooking oil.
China has ordered food safety officials nationwide to step up the fight against "gutter oil" that is illegally skimmed from kitchen waste and resold, part of a government crackdown on foods tainted with potentially lethal substances. Philadelphia Inquirer, Pennsylvania. 20 July 2010.
Climate-related farmer suicides surging in eastern Kenya.
Eastern Kenya is seeing a surge in suicides after farmers hit by unusual weather and unable to repay loans are taking their lives, police say. Reuters. 13 July 2010.
Fussy eaters - what's wrong with GM food?
A billion humans do not have enough to eat. With the world's food security facing a looming "perfect storm", genetically modified food crops need to be part of the solution. BBC. Opinion, 7 July 2010.
Farmers to grow maize for energy only, not for food.
Farmers in Eastern province and parts of Coast are to be forced to grow maize for energy production only, following a report that aflatoxin contamination is generic in the areas. Nairobi Daily Nation, Kenya. 19 June 2010.
New cure for aflatoxin maize still miles away from farmers.
Scientists in the United States say they had identified a local non-toxic form of fungus that is responsible for aflatoxin that could be biologically used to control maize contamination. Nairobi Daily Nation, Kenya. 16 June 2010.
Harmless fungus protects African crops from deadly strain.
As Kenya suffers with another outbreak of deadly aflatoxin contamination, scientists say a harmless version of the fungus that produces the toxin could be a powerful ally in preventing future outbreaks. Voice of America. 11 June 2010.
Fungus-tainted corn a factor in Africa HIV spread?
A new study raises the question of whether corn contaminated with a fungus-derived toxin is helping to facilitate the transmission of HIV in sub-Saharan Africa. Reuters. 10 June 2010.
Scientists unravel solution to maize poisoning.
Scientists have developed a cost-effective, safe, and natural method to prevent aflatoxin poison formation in maize. Nairobi East African Standard, Kenya. 9 June 2010.
Experts warn of high toxins in grain.
Contamination is affecting maize grain, the source of posho, a staple food across most of Uganda, especially in schools. According to scientists, the problem is mainly caused by poor drying and storage of the grains. Kampala New Vision, Uganda. 8 June 2010.
Scientists find cure for Kenya's toxic maize.
Kenya this year is again grappling with high levels of aflatoxin contamination, a highly poisonous cancer-causing toxin produced by a fungus that has rendered at least 2.3 million bags of maize unfit for consumption. Scientists now say they can offer a natural solution to prevent future contamination of maize. Maseru Afrol News. 5 June 2010.
National alert over poison maize.
A major alert has been issued over the presence of 2.3 million bags of poisonous maize in the country. And the Government on Monday banned the transportation of the contaminated maize within and outside 29 affected districts. Nairobi Daily Nation, Kenya. 2 June 2010.
Garden birds prefer non-organic food to organic, study finds.
British researchers found that birds such as robins and house sparrows "instinctively" preferred non-organic seeds to the more naturally grown varieties as it appeared to provide them with greater nutritional value through the cold months. London Daily Telegraph, United Kingdom. 18 May 2010.
Kenyan farmers grapple with contaminated harvest.
Last week the Kenyan government issued an alert that maize was found to be contaminated with aflatoxin in the Eastern and Coast provinces. The government has started buying contaminated maize from farmers to protect consumers. Nairobi Daily Nation, Kenya. 16 May 2010.
Wine's mycotoxin profile grows.
As they raise a glass, most wine drinkers would prefer to ponder the ancient beverage’s possible health benefits—lowering cholesterol, improving heart health—rather than its possible contamination with carcinogenic, kidney-destroying fungal toxins. Chemical & Engineering News. 22 March 2010.
Chinese consume three million tons of waste oil each year.
A recent study estimates that one out of every 10 meals Chinese people eat in restaurants is cooked in recycled waste oil. The recycled waste oil contains toxic chemicals that could cause adverse reactions or even cancer. Epoch Times. 21 March 2010.
Old oil used in '1 in 10 meals.'
Immediately after a leading food expert revealed that one in every 10 meals in the country may be cooked with dirty oil, the State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) on Thursday issued an emergency notice to restaurants nationwide warning them against recycling oil. China Daily. 19 March 2010.
Harvest headaches not over.
Since much of the corn picked last year - and even some picked this year - was wetter than normal, concerns are mounting over the condition of that grain. Peoria Journal Star, Illinois. 23 February 2010.
Precision agriculture and food security.
Adapting production inputs site-specifically within a field and individually for each animal allows better use of resources to maintain the quality of the environment while improving the sustainability of the food supply. Science. Opinion, 17 February 2010.
Spoiling for a fight with mold.
Mold spoils some 10% of the world's annual harvests, and many fungi produce poisonous chemicals that can accumulate in human tissues. Mycologists are studying possible solutions to drive out toxin-producing strains. Science. 16 February 2010.
Mold problems causes illness in family.
A mold cover-up? A baby is fighting breathing problems and a doctor asked an apartment manager to step in and get rid of the mold. Now, the manager is accused of covering up the mold instead of fixing the problem. Green Bay WGBA TV. 16 February 2010.
Housing Authority responds to mold scare.
Two years ago, Donna Johnson noticed a few specks of mold growing in the corner above her shower in her home owned by the Anderson Housing Authority and called the housing authority. Anderson Herald Bulletin, Indiana. 7 January 2010.
Testing life’s staples.
Food safety bills now wending their way through Congress would, in part, increase laboratory testing as a way to prevent food-borne illnesses. Chemical & Engineering News. 30 November 2009.
House of horrors burdens family.
Tucked in an acre of woods near U.S. 301 near Eastover, the deeply slanted roof gives it charm, and the brick walls make it look strong and protective. But as welcoming as the house appears from the outside, inside it is dying. Fayetteville Observer, North Carolina. 27 November 2009.
Corn mold worries farmers, ethanol producers.
Cool, wet fall weather that's caused mold to appear in some of Indiana's corn crop is now creating problems for livestock and ethanol producers. Associated Press. 16 November 2009.
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