October 25, 2018 at 01:00PM Xylitol and Your Dog: Danger, Paws Off

This sugar substitute, found in some human foods and dental products, can be poisonous to your dog.

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October 31, 2018 at 06:07PM TerriStories : un jeu de société issu de la recherche

C’est aujourd’hui un jeu de société. Mais avant d’être grand public, TerriStories est un outil de recherche participative développé par Patrick D’Aquino, géographe au Cirad. Depuis une vingtaine d’années, ce jeu est utilisé avec succès en Afrique et en Asie pour gérer collectivement un territoire. Il vient de paraitre chez l’éditeur engagé Bioviva.

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October 30, 2018 at 03:21PM FDA Announces Plant and Animal Biotechnology Innovation Action Plan

FDA’s Plant & Animal Biotechnology Innovation Action Plan ensures the safety of plant and animal products of biotechnology while avoiding unnecessary barriers to future innovation. Key elements: Veterinary Innovation Program, public webinar on genome editing in animals & release of future guidance.

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October 30, 2018 at 03:04PM Food Recall of Fit & Active Southwest Veggie Stuffed Sandwiches Due to Possible Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella Contamination in Vegetables

J&J Snack Foods Handheld Corp. of Holly Ridge, NC is voluntarily recalling two lots of Fit & Active Southwest Veggie Stuffed Sandwiches due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella. Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

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October 29, 2018 at 11:33AM Can organic production be the driving force for development in Africa?

In Africa, organic farming is growing at a modest rate. At CIRAD, scientists are studying the technological and institutional conditions required to ensure that organic farming can meet the challenges of food security and population growth on the continent. The findings will be presented at the 4th African congress on organic agriculture organised in Senegal from the 5th to the 8th November.

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October 29, 2018 at 05:13PM The Indians of the Ecuadorian Amazon were using cacao 5300 years ago

An international team* associating archaeologists, anthropologists, biochemists and geneticists recently found for the first time archaeological traces of cocoa use in South America in pre-Columbian times. This result is published in the journal Nature Ecology and Evolution.

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October 29, 2018 at 11:33AM Le bio, moteur de développement en Afrique ?

En Afrique, l’essor de l’agriculture biologique est bien là, même s’il est encore timide. Au Cirad, des chercheurs étudient les conditions technologiques et institutionnelles pour accompagner une agriculture biologique capable de répondre aux enjeux de sécurité alimentaire et de croissance démographique du continent. Des résultats présentés lors de la 4e conférence africaine sur l’agriculture biologique organisée au Sénégal, du 5 au 8 novembre.

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October 26, 2018 at 01:12PM Colloque du Réseau francophone sur les maladies tropicales négligées : plaidoyer en faveur d’une approche intégrée du diagnostic

Les 22 et 23 octobre 2018, le colloque du Réseau francophone sur les maladies tropicales négligées (RFMTN) s’est tenu à Montpellier, sur le thème "Mieux comprendre et lever les barrières à l’élimination". Organisé par Aviesan, l’IRD, le Cirad, l’Inserm, l’I-site Montpellier Université d'Excellence (MUSE) et la Fondation Mérieux, il a permis de définir une vision intégrée et spécifique du diagnostic des MTN, en vue de l’élimination de ces maladies.

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October 26, 2018 at 03:33AM Urgent: Curry Spice Recall

This voluntary recall has been initiated by UBC Food Distributors Inc, due to a high level of lead found in the product after testing was done by the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, which found high traces of lead.

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October 25, 2018 at 01:00PM Nutrition Facts Label Reboot: A Tale of Two Labels

The Nutrition Facts Label (NFL) on packages consumers look at when they’re buying groceries or preparing a meal has undergone a makeover. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has changed it to reflect updated scientific findings and help consumers make better-informed choices about the foods their families eat. Until the deadlines, consumers may see two different versions on the products they buy: the original label they’ve been using, as well as the new label. The Consumer Update will emphasize that both provide helpful information for consumers, delineate the differences between the two, and explain the scientific reason for making a change.

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October 24, 2018 at 03:46PM Annual report | 2017 Highlights

The latest CIRAD activities report is just out. It looks back at the highlights for the organization in 2017: the key elements of life at CIRAD and its activities in partnership. This year's edition focuses on the topic of "Living territories".
At a time when increasing global change, particularly urbanization, is posing numerous questions, there is renewed interest in rural territories. CIRAD is looking into the capacity of those territories to contribute, both locally and globally, to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. It chose living territories as its annual topic for 2017.
The report also contains indicators, information on how CIRAD is organized, and maps and addresses for CIRAD worldwide.

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October 25, 2018 at 02:03AM Shirley’s Cookie Company In. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Chocolate Whoopie Pie"

Shirley’s Cookie Company Inc. of Claysburg, PA, is recalling its 16 ounce packages of "Chocolate Whoopie Pie" because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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October 24, 2018 at 07:41PM Sirob Imports, Inc. Issues Recall Due to Elevated Lead in Spices

Sirob Imports, Inc of Lindenhurst, NY is recalling, Corrado, Orlando Imports, Nouri’s Syrian Bakery, Mediterranean Specialty Foods Brand and Butera Fruit Market Curry Powder because it contains elevated levels of lead.

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October 24, 2018 at 04:56PM G & C Raw, LLC is Expanding Recall to Include All Product Lots Manufactured from February 27, 2018 Through July 20, 2018, Because of Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Health Risk

G & C Raw, of Versailles, OH is recalling all products lots manufactured from February 27, 2018 through July 20, 2018, as a precaution because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

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October 24, 2018 at 03:46PM Rapport annuel | Les faits marquants 2017

Le rapport annuel d'activité du Cirad vient de paraître. Il retrace les principaux faits marquants 2017 de l'institution : l'essentiel de la vie du Cirad et de ses activités menées en partenariat, les indicateurs et les adresses du Cirad dans le monde. Au cœur de cette édition figure un dossier consacré aux "Territoires vivants".
A l'heure où les mutations accélérées de notre planète, et en particulier l'urbanisation, soulèvent de nombreuses questions, les territoires ruraux suscitent un intérêt renouvelé. Le Cirad étudie la capacité de ces territoires à contribuer, localement comme globalement, aux Objectifs du développement durale. Il en a fait son thème annuel de réflexion en 2017.

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October 19, 2018 at 10:28AM Paris International Agricultural Show

With the participation of CIRAD.

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October 22, 2018 at 11:35AM SAGEO Spatial Analysis and GEOmatics 2018

Conférence internationale francophone SAGEO organisée notamment avec le soutien du Cirad.

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October 19, 2018 at 02:22PM Organic agriculture in Africa: a source of innovation for agricultural development

Wjhile organic agriculture is somewhat controversial in industrilaized countries, it could prove particularly well suited to agricultural production in Africa. Its products are increasingly available on both local and export markets, but organic agriculture is largely overlooked in official statistics for African countries. However, some scientific studies and the initiatives undertaken by many local actors confirm the importance of organic agriculture in this continent, including from a food security point of view.

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October 19, 2018 at 10:28AM Salon international de l'agriculture

Avec la participation du Cirad.

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October 19, 2018 at 02:22PM L’agriculture biologique en Afrique : un levier d’innovations pour le développement agricole

Si l’agriculture biologique soulève des controverses dans les pays industrialisés, elle pourrait s’avérer particulièrement adaptée à la production agricole africaine. De plus en plus présente sur les marchés locaux et d’exportation, l’agriculture biologique est peu recensée dans les statistiques officielles des pays africains. Mais certains travaux scientifiques et les initiatives prises par de nombreux acteurs régionaux confirment tout l’intérêt de l’agriculture bio sur ce continent, y compris du point de vue de la sécurité alimentaire.

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October 19, 2018 at 02:34PM 4th African Organic Conference

La 4e conférence africaine sur l'agriculture biologique, organisées par AfrONet (African Organic Network). Avec la participation du Cirad.

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October 19, 2018 at 10:28AM Salon international de l'agriculture

Avec la participation du Cirad.

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October 19, 2018 at 10:22AM La forêt pour construire le futur ?

Une conférence du forum « Accorder en forêt résilience, biodiversité et bioéconomie » à l’occasion des 25 ans du Groupement d’intérêt public ECOFOR

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October 19, 2018 at 04:37AM Hy-Vee Voluntarily Recalls Several Meat and Potato Products

Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling six of its meat and potato products across its eight-state region due to possible contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The potential for contamination was discovered after Hy-Vee’s supplier, McCain Foods, announced it was recalling its caramelized mushrooms and fire-roasted tomatoes, which are ingredients that are used in six Hy-Vee products. To date, no illnesses have been reported in connection with these products.

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October 18, 2018 at 08:17PM Stewart’s Shops Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Cranberry Apple Refresher

Saratoga Springs, NY - Stewart’s Shops Corp. is recalling units of Stewart’s Shops brand Cranberry Apple Refresher 16 fluid oz. because the product may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Approximately 2,300 units of affected product were distributed in upstate New York and Southern Vermont.

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October 18, 2018 at 01:03AM P. East Trading Corp. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites In Fruits Du Sud Golden Seedless Raisins

P. EAST TRADING CORP. of Bronx, NY is recalling Fruits Du Sud Golden Seedless Raisins (Lot No. FDS T499/18) 30 lbs Box, because they contain undeclared SULFITES. People who have a severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume these products.

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October 17, 2018 at 10:02PM SLR Food Distribution Inc. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Sugar Melon Candy

SLR Food Distribution Inc. of New Hyde Park, NY is recalling its 7.04oz package of SUGAR MELON CANDY / WAX GOURD because it contains undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

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October 17, 2018 at 09:30PM New Nan Fong Hong Trading Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Source Day Natural Treasures Dried Liquorice Slice

New Nan Fong Hong Trading Inc. is recalling its 16 oz (454g) packages of Source Day Natural Treasures Dried Liquorice Slice because they contain undeclared sulfites. Consumers who are allergic to sulfite allergens run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

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October 17, 2018 at 08:32PM Faribault Foods, Inc. Announces Voluntary Recall of a Limited Quantity of S&W Brand White Beans Due to the Presence of Undeclared (Sulfites)

Faribault Foods, Inc. of Faribault, MN is recalling its 15 ounce S&W White Beans because it contains undeclared sulfites. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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October 17, 2018 at 07:07PM FDA Warns Two Firms about Monensin Contamination in Horse Feed

FDA has issued warning letters to two feed mills that mixed horse feed containing monensin, an animal drug that is toxic and potentially lethal to horses. This should be a reminder to all feed manufacturers making medicated feeds that they must remain vigilant about adhering to CGMP requirements.

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October 17, 2018 at 12:40AM Clackamas Bakery Recalls Fred Meyer Bakery Angel Food Cake Bar Due to Undeclared Allergens

Clackamas Bakery has recalled Fred Meyer Bakery Angel Food Cake Bar (12 oz.) sold in its retail stores because the product may contain milk and soy not listed on the label. Clackamas Bakery initiated the recall when it was discovered that the Fred Meyer Bakery Angel Food Cake Bar label had been incorrectly applied to packages of cornbread.

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October 16, 2018 at 03:58AM Feel Good Foods Inc Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg Product In “Vegetable Fried Rice”

Feel Good Foods Inc. of Brooklyn, NY is recalling six lots of “Vegetable Fried Rice” frozen meals, UPC 00899039002129 because they may contain undeclared egg. People who have allergies to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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October 15, 2018 at 11:38PM Apollo Food International Inc Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs In “Mini Roll”

Apollo Food International Inc. of Long Island City, NY, is recalling its 2.469 ounce packages of “Mini Roll” food treats because they may contain undeclared eggs. Consumers who are allergic to eggs may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

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October 15, 2018 at 10:21AM Land Use and Food Security in 2050: a Narrow Road

Comment mieux utiliser les terres pour assurer la sécurité alimentaire et nutritionnelle de tous ? Le chemin est difficile, long et étroit et surtout il implique de changer de cap. C’est ce que montre la prospective Agrimonde-Terra à travers l’ouvrage Land Use and Food Security in 2050: a Narrow Road. Il rassemble les détails de l’étude menée pendant 4 ans par le Cirad et l’Inra avec l’appui d’un grand nombre d’experts du monde entier.

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October 12, 2018 at 03:05PM Voluntary Recall of Limited Amounts of Nuts & Vanilla Protein Plant Shake

Forager Project is recalling three dates of Nuts and Vanilla – Organic Plant Protein Shake because the product contains almond flour which is not declared on the label.

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October 10, 2018 at 10:12PM Voluntary Recall Issued for Sweet Me Creamery Brookie Dough Ice Cream that may Contain an Undeclared Peanut Allergen

Kemps of St. Paul, Minn., is voluntarily recalling Sweet Me Creamery Brookie Dough ice cream, individual pints and pint four-packs, because it may contain an undeclared peanut allergen. Individuals who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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October 10, 2018 at 09:00PM Resources for Animal Food Producers in Flooded Areas of Gulf Coast

As Hurricane Michael makes landfall along the Florida Gulf Coast, FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine reminds those who may be affected by weather events about resources available for animal food producers who may be harvesting, mixing, storing or distributing grains and other foods for animals.

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October 10, 2018 at 03:57PM Bazzini LLC Recalls Certain Pistachio Products Because of Possible Health Risk

BazziniI LLC of Allentown, PA out of an abundance of caution, is recalling 4,000 pounds of Roasted and Salted Colossal Natural, Super Colossal Natural and Rams Head Natural in Shell Pistachios received from one of its suppliers because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. NO OTHER BAZZINI PISTACHIOS OR BAZZINI PRODUCTS ARE IMPACTED OR PART OF THIS RECALL. The recall is being initiated voluntarily and no illnesses have been reported to date.

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October 09, 2018 at 09:01PM Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods, LLC Announces Recalls Because of Possible Health Risk

Johnston County Hams’ country ham was recalled due to its potential for contamination with Listeria monocytogenes; therefore, Ukrop’s made the decision that any products that contained country ham or came into contact with equipment used to process the country ham are being recalled due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

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October 04, 2018 at 02:40PM Food innovation | A showroom for agrifood firms at CIRAD Montpellier

The CIRAD agrifood technology platform in Montpellier is being officially opened on Monday 8 October, in the form of a showroom. Around a hundred participants, including representatives of Montpellier City Council, Occitanie Regional Council, the State, Montpellier University of Excellence (MUSE), and some forty firms, are expected. The aim of the showroom is to promote what the platform has to offer, with a view to fostering research collaboration with firms in the Occitanie region and joint projects with developing countries.

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October 06, 2018 at 12:35AM Ladyfingers Gourmet to Go Voluntarily Recalls Signature Shaved Country Ham Rolls Due to Possible Health Risk

Ladyfingers Caterers is voluntarily recalling its Signature Shaved Country Ham Rolls as a result of the Johnston County Hams recall. The rolls were made with ham produced by Johnston County Hams, which recently initiated a recall of its ham products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

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October 05, 2018 at 08:55PM Consumer Alert: Sprout Creek Farm “Margie” Cheese Batch Recalled

Today the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets alerted consumers to a pasteurization problem with one of Sprout Creek Farm's pasteurized cow's milk cheeses, "Margie," made on 8/28/2018. Sprout Creek Farm is located in Poughkeepsie, NY. The reason for the recall is the air temperature at the start and end of the pasteurization process is required to be above 150deg F per the Grade "A" Pasteurized Milk Ordinance; the batch in question did not meet that standard. The recall pertains only to "Margie" cheese with a Made Date of 8/28/2018 and Best By date of 11/12/2018. To date, no illnesses have been reported to the Department in connection with this product.

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October 05, 2018 at 06:23PM Callie's Charleston Biscuits Issues Voluntary Product Recall for Country Ham Biscuits and Cocktail Ham Biscuits Produced Using Johnston County Hams

Johnston County Hams, Inc. issued a voluntary recall on October 3, 2018 for approximately 89,096 pounds of ready-to-eat ham products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. In response, Callie's Charleston Biscuits, LLC is issuing a voluntary product recall for two products that may contain the potentially affected Johnston County Hams.

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October 05, 2018 at 06:19PM Working Cow Homemade, Inc. Recalls Product Because of Possible Health Risk

Working Cow Homemade Ice Cream, Inc. of St. Petersburg, FL is conducting a voluntary recall of No Sugar Added Vanilla and No Sugar Added Chocolate ice cream manufactured in three-gallon tubs during the month of May 2018. The recall is being conducted due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

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October 04, 2018 at 05:41PM Silver Star Brands, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Human and Animal Drug Products Due to Microbial Contamination

Silver Star Brands, Inc., is initiating a voluntary recall of six products for humans (including four Native Remedies® and two Healthful Naturals™) and two PetAlive® products for pets for a total of eight products with lot numbers, see table below, to the consumer level. The products have been tested and found to contain microbial contamination.

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October 04, 2018 at 02:40PM Innovation alimentaire | Un showroom au service des entreprises agroalimentaires au Cirad à Montpellier

La plateforme de technologie agroalimentaire du Cirad à Montpellier sera inaugurée lundi 8 octobre sous la forme d’un showroom. Une centaine de participants, dont Montpellier Méditerranée Métropole, la Région Occitanie, l’Etat, Montpellier Université d’Excellence (MUSE) et une quarantaine d’entreprises, sont attendus. Objectifs de ce showroom : mieux faire connaître l’offre de cette plateforme, en vue de favoriser les collaborations de recherche avec les entreprises de la région Occitanie et des projets en lien avec les pays en développement.

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