Dulcitol – sugar fermetation test
Dulcitol is also known as Galactitol, a sugar alcohol derived through reduction of galactose. Aim of the test The purpose of dulcitol fermentation test in…
Food safety
The safe food imperative
The safe food imperative compels us to prioritize food safety at every stage of the food system, from production to consumption, in order to…
Antibiotic residues: How contaminated is our food in Kenya?
All food of animal origin may be potentially contaminated with antibiotic residues. Although meat and eggs may be contaminated with antibiotic residues [26-28], very…
The role of consumers in assuring food safety
Consumers play a crucial role in assuring food safety by being informed, vigilant, and proactive in their choices and actions. Consumers are entitled to…
The role of the regulatory bodies in assuring food quality and safety
Regulatory bodies play a critical role in assuring food quality and safety by establishing and enforcing standards, conducting inspections, and implementing regulations to protect…
The role of marketing in assuring food quality and safety
At the marketing level, retailers are responsible for the quality and safety of the food. Their premises must adhere to guidelines to ensure that…
Food distribution chain: Assuring food quality and safety
Distributors or transporters play a vital role in assuring food quality and safety as they are responsible for handling, storing, and transporting food products…
The role of manufacturers in assuring food quality and safety
The manufacturing sector obtains inputs from the producers and transforms them into finished products through a number of ways. The processing techniques used by…
Importance of food quality and safety
Increasing human population With increasing human population, food security is of great importance. Striving to provide enough food is essential in such a case,…
The five keys to food safety
According to the World Health Organization [1] there are five keys to food safety that have potential to ensure that the food we consume…