Steak is still safe to eat, experts say, despite the coronavirus outbreak at a Melbourne abattoir
4 years, 8 months ago

Steak is still safe to eat, experts say, despite the coronavirus outbreak at a Melbourne abattoir

ABC  

A coronavirus outbreak at a Melbourne meatworks has left some consumers questioning the safety of the meat they are grabbing off supermarket shelves. Professor Mackay said there was "no indication" humans could acquire the virus "from raw meat". A spokesperson said COVID-19 is "not a foodborne disease" and there is no evidence that people can get the virus through food or food packaging. "While it is suspected COVID-19 may have originated in animals, it's not likely transmission to humans occurs through meat in Australia," the spokesperson said. Human transmission of much greater concern Professor Mackay said it was "certainly safe to continue eating meat" — even from abattoirs linked to outbreaks.

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The CDC issues a warning after at least 2 deaths in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
5 months, 2 weeks ago

The CDC issues a warning after at least 2 deaths in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat

NPR  

The CDC issues a warning after at least 2 deaths in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat toggle caption AJ Watt/iStockphoto/Getty Images At least two people have died and dozens more have been hospitalized in connection with a listeria outbreak linked to meat sold at U.S. deli counters, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Sponsor Message The …

Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe

New Indian Express  

Bird flu has been detected in beef for the first time, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday, but officials said the meat from a single sickened dairy cow was not allowed to enter the nation’s food supply and beef remains safe to eat. Bird flu has been confirmed in dairy cattle herds in nine states, has been found in …

Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe

Live Mint  

Bird flu has been detected in beef for the first time, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday, but officials said the meat from a single sickened dairy cow was not allowed to enter the nation's food supply and beef remains safe to eat. Bird flu has been confirmed in dairy cattle herds in nine states, has been found in …

Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe

Associated Press  

Bird flu has been detected in beef for the first time, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday, but officials said the meat from a single sickened dairy cow was not allowed to enter the nation’s food supply and beef remains safe to eat. Bird flu has been confirmed in dairy cattle herds in nine states, has been found in …

The USDA is testing ground beef for bird flu. Experts are confident the meat supply is safe
8 months, 1 week ago

The USDA is testing ground beef for bird flu. Experts are confident the meat supply is safe

Associated Press  

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will test ground beef for bird flu particles, though officials said Tuesday they’re confident the nation’s meat supply is safe. Bird flu has been found in nearly three-dozen dairy herds across nine states. Two studies will test if particles of the bird flu virus, called Type A H5N1, is found in beef for sale in …

The USDA is testing ground beef for bird flu. Experts are confident the meat supply is safe
8 months, 1 week ago

The USDA is testing ground beef for bird flu. Experts are confident the meat supply is safe

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The U.S. Department of Agriculture …

COVID-19 virus may survive for 30 days on refrigerated, frozen meat, finds study
2 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 virus may survive for 30 days on refrigerated, frozen meat, finds study

Firstpost  

The research, recently published in the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology, was conducted using chicken, beef, pork, and salmon, and surrogate viruses with spikes similar to those on SARS-CoV-2 Washington: The SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, may survive on meat and fish products in the refrigerator or the freezer for up to 30 days, a study suggests. The research, recently …

Meat industry made ‘baseless’ claims of Covid shortages to press Trump to keep plants open, report says
2 years, 7 months ago

Meat industry made ‘baseless’ claims of Covid shortages to press Trump to keep plants open, report says

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy American meat producers used “baseless” claims of potential meat shortages …

Food market ban by WHO overlooks risk from chickens and fish, warn activists
3 years, 8 months ago

Food market ban by WHO overlooks risk from chickens and fish, warn activists

The Independent  

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How to eat meat during a bird flu outbreak
4 years ago

How to eat meat during a bird flu outbreak

Live Mint  

“You will die if you see what I am eating right now,” joked Poorna Banerjee when the meat lover was asked if it is ok to eat chicken during a bird flu outbreak two days ago. He says, "I don’t blame people for their apprehension to not eat chicken or duck during a bird flu outbreak. But, fears about consuming …

How to eat meat during a bird flu outbreak
4 years ago

How to eat meat during a bird flu outbreak

Live Mint  

“You will die if you see what I am eating right now,” joked Poorna Banerjee when the meat lover was asked if it is ok to eat chicken during a bird flu outbreak two days ago. He says, "I don’t blame people for their apprehension to not eat chicken or duck during a bird flu outbreak. But, fears about consuming …

Red meat purchases increase by 30pc during COVID-19 lockdowns
4 years, 2 months ago

Red meat purchases increase by 30pc during COVID-19 lockdowns

ABC  

When the coronavirus pandemic started to unfold, panic buying hit and interruptions to markets loomed, it was mince, steak and sausages where comfort was found, according to the domestic meat industry. Key points: Australia's domestic beef sales fare well during coronavirus lockdowns WA's biggest meat processor sees an increase of up to 50 per cent in sales Australia remains one …

WHO plays down China's worry over coronavirus on food packaging after chicken wings found with COVID-19
4 years, 4 months ago

WHO plays down China's worry over coronavirus on food packaging after chicken wings found with COVID-19

ABC  

The World Health Organisation has moved to allay fears coronavirus could be spreading via food shipments. Key points: A WHO spokesman said people should not fear food, food packaging or processing or delivery of food A WHO spokesman said people should not fear food, food packaging or processing or delivery of food China had tested hundreds of thousands of packages …

WHO says food safe from coronavirus
4 years, 4 months ago

WHO says food safe from coronavirus

Live Mint  

The World Health Organization on Thursday urged people not to fear catching the novel coronavirus from food, after Chinese testers found traces on food and food packaging. The virus was found Tuesday in the Chinese city of Shenzhen during a routine check on samples of frozen chicken wings imported from Brazil, city authorities said. "People are already scared enough and …

Coronavirus in Victoria shutdown of meat processors not a threat to meat supplies, industry says
4 years, 5 months ago

Coronavirus in Victoria shutdown of meat processors not a threat to meat supplies, industry says

ABC  

The shutdown of meat processors in Victoria because of COVID-19 cases among abattoir workers will not affect meat supplies for consumers, industry figures say. Key points: More than 300 cases of COVID-19 in Victoria are currently linked directly to outbreaks in meat processing plants Although there have been supply chain disruptions internationally due to abattoirs shutting, experts say Australia wouldn't …

Meatworks and coronavirus: The 'domino effect' from Victoria's abattoirs pushing COVID-19 case numbers higher
4 years, 5 months ago

Meatworks and coronavirus: The 'domino effect' from Victoria's abattoirs pushing COVID-19 case numbers higher

ABC  

You used to be able to smell the meatworks in Melbourne's western suburbs before you could see them. Coronavirus and the 'domino effect' Cedar Meats, SRS and JBS are located walking distance apart in a small triangle in Melbourne's west, bordered by Somerville Road, Geelong Road, and the Kororoit Creek. COVID threat reaches beyond the workplace Chief Health Officer Brett …

Australian food products now require proof of virus-free status before entering China
4 years, 6 months ago

Australian food products now require proof of virus-free status before entering China

ABC  

Australian producers sending food and edible agricultural products to China will now be required to sign a declaration to prove the items are free from COVID-19, following an outbreak at a Beijing market. Key points: Australian producers are now required to sign a declaration to prove items are free from COVID-19, following an outbreak at a Beijing market Agriculture Minister …

Coronavirus: Why are there so many outbreaks at meat factories?
4 years, 6 months ago

Coronavirus: Why are there so many outbreaks at meat factories?

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Meat factories and slaughterhouses are locations where people are …

Heavy traces of coronavirus found in seafood, meat sections of Beijing food market
4 years, 6 months ago

Heavy traces of coronavirus found in seafood, meat sections of Beijing food market

Deccan Chronicle  

Beijing: China has found the trading sections for meat and seafood in Beijing’s wholesale food market to be severely contaminated with the new coronavirus and suspects the area’s low temperature and high humidity may have been contributing factors, officials said on Thursday. Their preliminary report comes as the country’s capital tackles a resurgence of COVID-19 cases over the past week …

Very low risk of food spreading the coronavirus, say experts
4 years, 6 months ago

Very low risk of food spreading the coronavirus, say experts

Live Mint  

Food poses little risk of spreading the coronavirus, health experts around the globe said, reassuring consumers after an outbreak in Beijing was blamed on imported fish. The view was echoed by Kate Grusich, a spokeswoman for the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, who said the poor survivability of coronaviruses on surfaces means “there is likely very low risk …

Covid Is Accelerating the Rise of Faux Meat
4 years, 7 months ago

Covid Is Accelerating the Rise of Faux Meat

Wired  

As with toilet paper and cleaning products, you probably didn’t fully appreciate meat until the coronavirus pandemic snatched it away. Companies like Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat skip the livestock entirely: Their factories convert plant material into a striking imitation of real meat. For instance, a Beyond Meat spokesperson says that compared with a quarter-pound US beef burger, its same-sized …

Coronavirus cluster at Melbourne's Cedar Meats investigated by WorkSafe as McDonald's staff tested
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus cluster at Melbourne's Cedar Meats investigated by WorkSafe as McDonald's staff tested

ABC  

WorkSafe Victoria has launched an investigation into a coronavirus outbreak at the Cedar Meats Australia abattoir in Melbourne's north. Key points: The total number of people with COVID-19 linked to the Cedar Meats Australia outbreak has risen to 88 The total number of people with COVID-19 linked to the Cedar Meats Australia outbreak has risen to 88 More than 90 …

Coronavirus: Iowa meatpacking plant reopens despite more than 1,000 cases among workers
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus: Iowa meatpacking plant reopens despite more than 1,000 cases among workers

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A Tyson Foods meatpacking …

Fact Check: Has WHO said vegetarians are safe from coronavirus?
4 years, 7 months ago

Fact Check: Has WHO said vegetarians are safe from coronavirus?

India Today  

A viral message on social media claims that no vegetarian has been affected by coronavirus because it requires animal fat in the body to survive. In fact, the global health body has recommended animal protein in its nutrition advice for adults during the Covid-19 outbreak. AFWA probe We reached out to WHO for clarification on the viral claim, to which …

Coronavirus: Industrial animal farming has caused most new infectious diseases and risks more pandemics, experts warn
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus: Industrial animal farming has caused most new infectious diseases and risks more pandemics, experts warn

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Industrial animal farming has caused most new infectious diseases in humans in the past decade …

Coronavirus cluster at Melbourne's Cedar Meats abattoir grows to 62, as 13 more cases confirmed
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus cluster at Melbourne's Cedar Meats abattoir grows to 62, as 13 more cases confirmed

ABC  

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has defended the state's coronavirus contact-tracing team after 13 more cases linked to a cluster at a Melbourne meatworks were confirmed, bringing the total to 62. Key points: All but one of Victoria's new cases are linked to a cluster at Cedar Meats in Melbourne's west All but one of Victoria's new cases are linked to …

The Coronavirus Could Change The Way We Eat Meat
4 years, 8 months ago

The Coronavirus Could Change The Way We Eat Meat

Huff Post  

Chloe Johnson and her husband, Craig Scariot, did not grow up on farms. “Without immediate assistance,” the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association begged in a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, “our industry may suffer enough loss to push some cattle producers past the point of rescue.” Beside a pen filled with baaing sheep and rowdy 3-week-old lambs, Johnson and …

Coronavirus cases in Victoria climb by 22, including 19 more cases at meatworks
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus cases in Victoria climb by 22, including 19 more cases at meatworks

ABC  

Victoria has confirmed a further 22 cases of coronavirus, including 19 linked to a cluster of cases at the Cedar Meats Australia abattoir in Melbourne's west. Key points: Victoria's Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton said the meatworks cluster was "not a risk to the general community and it's not going to get out of control" Victoria's Chief Health Officer Brett …

Nearly 900 workers at Indiana meat plant test positive for coronavirus as food shortage fears grow
4 years, 8 months ago

Nearly 900 workers at Indiana meat plant test positive for coronavirus as food shortage fears grow

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The number of reported …

Coronavirus US: Meat shortages possible 'by end of the WEEK'
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus US: Meat shortages possible 'by end of the WEEK'

Daily Mail  

Grocery stores could see meat shortages by the end of this week, according to experts, after least 13 plant staff died from COVID-19 and 5,000 called out sick. Grocery stores could see meat shortages by the end of this week after least 13 plant staff died from COVID-19 and 5,000 called out sick. The chairman of Tyson Foods warned that …

Coronavirus causes surge in dog and cat meat sales in Vietnam and Cambodia, investigators say
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus causes surge in dog and cat meat sales in Vietnam and Cambodia, investigators say

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. A street seller in Cambodia told investigators from the …

Vegetarians Suffer Due To Eating Habits Of Some : Plea In SC Against Centre Promoting Meat Consumption Amid COVID-19 Lockdown
4 years, 8 months ago

Vegetarians Suffer Due To Eating Habits Of Some : Plea In SC Against Centre Promoting Meat Consumption Amid COVID-19 Lockdown

Live Law  

A Public Interest Litigation filed in Supreme Court claims that the entire class of vegetarian people are facing the Corona Virus crisis due to the violent eating habits of meat eaters. Representing this class of vegetarian people, the Vishwa Jain Sangathan asserts that people eat domestic and wild animals merely for a 'change of taste' and in doing so, they …

Can coronavirus stay viable on food and infect you? Understanding the novel virus is important to answers these questions
4 years, 9 months ago

Can coronavirus stay viable on food and infect you? Understanding the novel virus is important to answers these questions

Firstpost  

Experts say there’s no evidence that COVID-19 sickens people through their digestive systems. So why aren’t health officials warning people about eating food contaminated with the new coronavirus? But they say there’s no evidence yet that COVID-19 sickens people through their digestive systems, though the virus has been detected in the faeces of infected people. That’s why it’s so important …

Australia coronavirus outbreak: PM warns of ‘once-in-100 year’ crisis
4 years, 9 months ago

Australia coronavirus outbreak: PM warns of ‘once-in-100 year’ crisis

CNN  

Brisbane, Australia CNN — Australian Prime Minister has warned people to “stop hoarding,” as shoppers across the country empty supermarket shelves amid rising alarm over the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, which has infected almost 180,000 people worldwide. Some fear the rapid rise in coronavirus cases suggest that Australia’s normally robust health system could be overwhelmed, like Italy’s where …

Coronavirus is causing panic buying, but what does that mean for Australia's food security?
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus is causing panic buying, but what does that mean for Australia's food security?

ABC  

Empty supermarket shelves have become a common sight in the past few weeks, since coronavirus sparked widespread panic buying. Key points: Coronavirus has led to temporary shortages of some products in supermarkets But retail and agricultural experts say Australia has plenty of food to go around Rationing was introduced during World War II, but is extremely unlikely to be repeated …

Coronavirus myth busted: Eating meat does not cause coronavirus infection
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus myth busted: Eating meat does not cause coronavirus infection

Firstpost  

The World Health Organisation suggests that it is always best to thoroughly cook meats and eggs before consuming them - to be on the safe side. Since the first few cases were reported from the Wuhan wet market, people are reportedly avoiding all kinds of animal meat and moving to meat substitutes like jackfruits. Tags like ’no meat no coronavirus’ …

Coronavirus outbreak has some Los Angeles restaurants taking drastic measures
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus outbreak has some Los Angeles restaurants taking drastic measures

LA Times  

Henry’s Cuisine in Alhambra closed temporarily this week due to a decrease in business caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak. “We’ve removed tables to increase space between guests, invested in the world’s last bottles of Lysol to disinfect server stations throughout the shift, and have changed the way we handle cash and table settings.” Similar sentiments were shared on social …

Coronavirus does not spread through chicken, mutton, seafood; virus will not survive in high temperature: FSSAI
4 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus does not spread through chicken, mutton, seafood; virus will not survive in high temperature: FSSAI

Firstpost  

New Delhi: There is no scientific evidence to show that coronavirus spreads through eating chicken, mutton and seafood, FSSAI chief G S G Ayyangar said on Thursday and asserted that the virus would not survive in higher temperature. Amid apprehensions that the infection could spread through eating chicken, mutton and seafood, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India CEO …

Can Coronavirus Be Transmitted Through Food? Here's What You Should Know.
4 years, 10 months ago

Can Coronavirus Be Transmitted Through Food? Here's What You Should Know.

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread with nearly 100,000 confirmed cases globally and more than 100 confirmed cases in the United States, people are increasingly wondering how COVID-19 might affect our food supply and eating habits. Sergei Gnatiuk via Getty Images “We are not aware of any reports at this time of human illnesses that suggest …

Coronavirus scare prompts call to pause bat meat consumption from Indonesian market
4 years, 11 months ago

Coronavirus scare prompts call to pause bat meat consumption from Indonesian market

ABC  

There are calls for people to stop eating bat meat from an "extreme" animal market in Indonesia, amid fears over the coronavirus. Key points: The market sells a variety of animal meats such as bats, rats, snakes and dogs Experts are calling for more research on the dangers of wild meat So far there are no official cases of the …

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