by Michelle Tsamba | Mar 31, 2022 | Insights
There is a common misconception that food straight from nature is always ready to be eaten immediately. It comes from the earth or the ocean so it should be safe right? Not always. Some seafood may contain substances that are harmful for human ingestion. One such...
by Michelle Tsamba | Mar 29, 2022 | Insights
Dairy is a staple in many people’s diet. It is an accessible and affordable food group that many people rely on to sustain a healthy lifestyle. As a result, we are sure we do not need to emphasize the importance of dairy product safety. It is a major factor of overall...
by Michelle Tsamba | Mar 25, 2022 | Insights
As a business in the food supply chain, toxic chemicals are a threat that we all face. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), about 600 million people become sick after eating contaminated food every year. Of course, this is caused by a variety of factors...
by Michelle Tsamba | Jan 31, 2022 | Insights
When you think of food products, do you think of chemicals? As a food or beverage manufacturer you should. Food chemistry – or chemistry testing to be more specific – plays a significant role in food safety and quality. Sending your products to a chemistry testing...
by Michelle Tsamba | Jan 24, 2022 | Insights
Did you know that food safety testing also involves helping sick animals? It may sound surprising but the field is a lot broader than most people think. The sphere of food safety that deals with animal health is called diagnostic and veterinary testing. It’s a lot...
by Michelle Tsamba | Jan 19, 2022 | Insights
What does microbiology have to do with food safety? More than you think. It is one of the main aspects of overall testing in South Africa, in fact. Failing to do the necessary microbiology testing can result in a slew of complications. But what should you test for?...
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