News: Selective heparin column for a novel food ingredient (02/07/2025)

Commission Implementing Decision of 22 November 2012 authorised the use of bovine lactoferrin as a novel food ingredient. This substance is an iron-binding glycoprotein of approximately 77 kDa found in milk that may provide many health benefits, including improved immunity, better gut health, and protection against infection.  The authorisation of bovine lactoferrin specifies permitted use as […]

News: Why MicroVal & AOAC certifications matter for your Listeria testing (03/09/2025)

MicroVal & AOAC – What these certifications mean for your testing methods When it comes to microbiological testing in food, one thing matters most: trust in the method. In critical situations – such as a positive Listeria result – every finding must be reliable, traceable, and regulatory compliant. That’s where internationally recognized certifications like MicroVal […]

News: Allergen analysis: New challenges, new chances (17/05/2017)

Food allergens are in the focus of two upcoming events: The 2nd Food Allergen Management Symposium (FAMS 2017) which will start on Sunday in Australia, and shortly thereafter the Free From Food Expo in Spain. We have summarized the latest industry trends and the resulting challenges for food analysis.

News: Good allergen management saves lives (26/10/2021)

“Gluten-free”, like “allergen-free”, is on everyone’s lips today. Even if foods are produced without allergens such as peanuts or milk or without gluten, they can be dangerous for allergy sufferers and patients with celiac disease. The reason for this is contamination. Test methods should therefore be integrated into an allergen management system. How should allergen […]

News: 4 in one run – First PCR ALLERGEN Multiplex (29/11/2013)

Time savings due to three paramters in one run and included Internal Amplification Control (IAC) provides an inhibition control for each sample without any additional effort. 4-channel system of SureFood® ALLERGEN Peanut/Hazelnut/Walnut + IAC (Art. No. S3402) Detection of Peanut  (FAM) Hazelnut (Cy5) Walnut (ROX) IAC (VIC)   More information here.

News: New: Melamine clean-up columns (26/01/2011)

R-Biopharm Rhône Ltd is pleased to announce the launch of their new melamine solid phase clean-up columns for the analysis of melamine in a range of commodities by HPLC or LC-MS/MS. Melamine is an organic base chemical rich in nitrogen and is most commonly found in the form of white cyrstals. Melamine is widely used […]

News: Update in Ochratoxin A legislation (09/02/2023)

Ochratoxin A (OTA) is a secondary metabolite produced by several fungi which can infect a range of agricultural products after harvest, during drying and during storage. Originally thought to be a problem largely confined to cereals such as wheat, barley, and oats, over the years a wider range of other agricultural products have been found […]

News: Vitamin series – part 3 of 9: Folic acid (02/11/2021)

“Folic acid is an important vitamin.” But why is that so? What function does folic acid have and which foods are rich in folic acid? Learn more in the 3rd edition of our vitamin series!

News: Edible Insects – delicacy or allergy risk? (31/03/2022)

Edible insects are a matter of course for more than a quarter of the world’s population, because they taste good, are nutritious and are relatively readily available. Thus, insects supplement the diets of approximately two billion people in various countries around the world – mainly in parts of Asia, Africa and Latin America. More and […]

News: Gluten-free food: Standards and regulations you should know about (12/01/2017)

Producers of gluten-free food must comply with certain requirements in terms of labelling, manufacturing and analysis. From Codex Alimentarius to the AOECS standard and EU regulations: We have summarized the existing legislations – and recent resolutions you should be aware of in 2017.

News: Seafood fraud: One out of three fish dishes is not what it says on the menu (20/11/2015)

Is this the next case of food fraud after the horsemeat scandal? Examiners recently analyzed seafood dishes in Brussels (Belgium). The appalling result: Every third seafood dish served in restaurants contains a fish species other than the one you’ve paid for. Here’s what you need to know about the most affected species, the impact on […]

News: Dekkera bruxellensis: New detection method for wine analysis (07/10/2016)

Dekkera bruxellensis is considered the most important spoilage yeast in the wine industry. It causes severe off-flavors of sweat, leather or horse. Early detection of a possible contamination is therefore of great interest. Now, there’s a new test method for that, significantly reducing the workload for wine makers.

News: RIDASCREEN® Bacitracin: Quantitative Screening of Bacitracin (06/05/2014)

Screening test for bacitracin in milk, meat, eggs, feed and urine   RIDASCREEN® Bacitracin is a competitive enzyme immunoassay for the quantitative screening of bacitracin in milk, meat, eggs, feed and urine.The test kit contains all reagents required for 96 determinations. As the maximum residue limits of the European Union and the Russian customs union […]

News: Fish fraud: Lesson learned? (08/06/2017)

Last year, a study on food fraud attracted attention in Europe: one out of three fish dishes wasn’t what is said on the menu. Consumers and authorities were alarmed and called for stricter controls. What has been achieved so far?

News: Deoxynivalenol Contamination in Wheat in Europe: Challenges and Solutions for Mycotoxin Testing (13/03/2025)

As Europe continues to be a global leader in wheat production, ensuring the safety and quality of this staple crop is paramount. One of the most pressing concerns for farmers, food producers, and regulators alike is deoxynivalenol (DON) contamination—a pervasive mycotoxin that threatens both human and animal health. Commonly known as vomitoxin, DON is produced […]

News: Mycotoxin surveillance in Ecuador and Qatar (25/04/2014)

A steady stream of publications continues to confirm the widespread occurrence of mycotoxins and builds on existing knowledge. Oritz et al., (December 2013) in Food Additives & Contaminants have reported the co-occurrence of mycotoxins in rice, oat flakes and wheat noodles which are stable foods in Ecuador. Using the R-Biopharm OHCRAPREP® immunoaffinity columns, ochratoxin A […]

News: The total solution for the screening for malachite green and crystal violet (12/02/2019)

With the launch of the EuroProxima Malachite Green Total ELISA, R-Biopharm offers a screening test that is fully validated for the measurement of malachite green, leucomalachite green, crystal violet and leucocrystal violet in fish and shrimp.

News: Journal publications – a rich source of validated methods for mycotoxins (05/03/2024)

Historically analytical methods intended to be used for regulatory purposes, so called ‘Official Methods’ were the result of a full interlaboratory collaborative study being undertaken. Such studies have resulted in fourteen AOAC First Action methods for mycotoxins published since 1999 of which the last one ten years ago was for aflatoxins in edible oils (2013.05). […]

News: Coronavirus: Can you get infected through food? (02/04/2020)

The spread of the coronavirus is causing concern worldwide. Because knowledge of this novel virus is still limited, there is much speculation. For example, there are fears that the virus may also be transmitted through food. Is there any truth to this?

News: 5 tips for your perfect Thanksgiving dinner (21/11/2018)

In the USA, Thanksgiving will be celebrated this Thursday. On this occasion, we have collected some useful tips to make your Thanksgiving dinner a success.

News: Quality Assurance from Farm to Fork: Test Your Rice, Trust Your Meal! (24/04/2024)

With the global importance of rice as a staple food, addressing aflatoxin contamination is crucial for ensuring food safety and public health.  R-Biopharm Rhône offers a wide range of analytical solutions tailored for the precise analysis of AFTs. Our immunoaffinity clean-up methods ensure high specificity by isolating and concentrating the mycotoxin of interest from the sample. These products exceed Official Method criteria and have undergone rigorous validation in numerous CEN and AOAC collaborative trials, being widely referenced in scientific publications. For more information on how to test for aflatoxins in rice, please contact us.

News: High levels of ochratoxin A found in dried figs (17/02/2016)

Lately, there has been an increase in the presence of ochratoxin A in dried figs. Our colleagues from R-Biopharm Rhône have summarized the most important information for you.

News: Legionella, a waterborne risk (07/05/2020)

Tap water contaminated with Legionella can cause severe infections. Water pipes that are not used regularly are particularly susceptible to the colonization of bacteria – a problem especially now during the coronavirus pandemic, as many businesses, hotels and public facilities are closed.

News: The ongoing risk of Listeria (29/09/2022)

Listeria monocytogenes is frequently associated with the most severe outbreaks in terms of hospitalisations and deaths. In 2021, Listeria outbreaks included fresh produce, cured meats, ready to eat chicken products as well as cheese. 18 outbreaks of infections were traced to bagged salads and led to a recall of more than 200 varieties of bagged […]

News: Navigating food allergen testing methods (23/06/2024)

The World Allergy Week provides an excellent opportunity to raise awareness about food allergies, safety, and testing. In this article, we’ll explore food allergies, recent food recalls due to undeclared allergens, the most common allergens involved, and food testing methods options. Food allergies Food allergies remain a global public health issue. Some food allergies, especially […]

News: Mycotoxin analysis just keeps getting easier (12/08/2016)

For laboratories carrying out routine mycotoxin analysis and running large numbers of samples every day, it makes good sense to investigate the possibility of automation. Novel reusable immunoaffinity cartridges containing monoclonal antibodies coupled to a pressure resistant polymer (IMMUNOPREP® ONLINE immunoaffinity cartridge) enable automated analysis of mycotoxins when used in conjunction with CHRONECT Symbiosis RIDA®CREST […]

News: How eco-friendly is your mycotoxin analysis? (20/10/2015)

Organic solvents always played an important role in mycotoxin analysis.  However they have a negative impact on the environment and impose a hazard for the lab technician.

News: World Food Safety Day 2024: Prioritizing Preparedness for Safer Food (07/06/2024)

On June 7th, 2024, the world comes together to mark World Food Safety Day, highlighting the critical importance of ensuring food safety across the globe. This year’s theme underscores the necessity of being prepared to tackle food safety incidents swiftly and effectively. It targets to draw attention and motivate action to help prevent, detect and […]

News: 3rd time in a row: Deloitte Sustained Excellence Award (18/11/2014)

Sustainable excellence in longterm and profitable growth awarded   After awards in 2010 and 2013, R-Biopharm AG has won the Deloitte Sustained Excellence Award for the third time in a row this year. Since 1995, Deloitte has issued the Fast-50 awards, honoring peak entrepreneurial performances. The award was presented on November 5, 2014 during an […]

News: Salmonella: What food producers need to know (15/08/2018)

Summer is peak season for salmonella – and it’s not only eggs and poultry that are affected. All companies involved in the manufacture or processing of food should be alert.

News: Campylobacter: an underestimated risk? (07/02/2019)

It’s a report that causes concern: a recent investigation found that every second chicken sold in Germany is contaminated with diarrhoea-causing Campylobacter. Here’s what you should know about these pathogenic bacteria.

News: Mycotoxin analysis: 3 attributes you should be aware of when analyzing spices (12/07/2017)

Spices are essential for food production, but just like cereals, spices are often contaminated with mycotoxins. Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin are particularly prevalent in spices. In order to ensure safe foods, regular mycotoxin analyses are mandatory. Here’s what you should consider when testing spices.

News: Beware of mycotoxins in oats (05/06/2019)

Consumption of oats in North America and Europe has been increasing for several years now. With their high content of vitamins, minerals and fiber, they are a valuable addition to the diet. But they may also contain dangerous mycotoxins.

News: Plant-based food: Mycotoxins in the vegan diet  (10/11/2022)

The trend towards vegetarian and vegan diets is unbroken. An important topic in this context is the presence of mycotoxins, because many of the plant-based products consist of grains, nuts or soy – foods that are often contaminated with fungal toxins.  More and more people are reducing their meat consumption or giving up eating foods […]

News: Mycotoxins in soy: An underestimated risk? (16/02/2023)

Mycotoxins are a major problem in global agriculture. Besides grains, many other foods can be affected as well. And sometimes they are found in very unexpected places. Molds can grow on a wide variety of agricultural products, forming harmful mycotoxins. Whenever food trends lead to novel foods or raw materials coming onto the market, it […]

News: Analyst workshops 2016 (06/01/2016)

The New Year 2016 has begun: A good moment to put your plans into action. You don’t have New Year’s resolutions yet and need a little inspiration? We’ve got an idea here: Enhance your career and participate in a workshop. Learn something new and get ahead professionally! We’ll help you to achieve this – with […]

News: R-Biopharm at WMF meets IUPAC 2016 (08/04/2016)

In two months we will be on our way: On June 6, “WMF meets IUPAC” opens its doors in Winnipeg. It’s the world’s biggest conference on mycotoxins and we’re still busy planning. Today, we want to give you an impression of what to expect at the event.

News: A closer look at the mycotoxin rollercoaster ride of Europe’s 2023 harvest season (30/08/2023)

The 2023 European wheat and barley harvest has captured attention due to its intricate interplay with weather conditions. This year’s season was more than exciting, presenting a blend of opportunities and obstacles for farmers and agricultural stakeholders. From the promising start with minimal Fusarium contamination risk during flowering to the unexpected challenge of mold contamination […]

News: Study: Salmonella causes damage worth billions of euros (02/12/2021)

Salmonella are rod-shaped bacteria that cause infections in the gastrointestinal tract in humans and animals and can often be fatal. The treatment of salmonella has become a billion-dollar industry in many countries around the world. A new study from Hungary now provides surprising figures on how high these really are.

News: Latin America’s First ISO 17025:2017 Accredited Laboratory Pioneers Cannabis Analysis for Food Pathogens (14/09/2023)

In a groundbreaking achievement for the cannabis industry in Latin America, the Laboratorio Instrumental de Alta Complejidad from Lasalle University in Colombia (https://laboratoriodeanalisis.lasalle.edu.co/) has attained ISO 17025:2017 accreditation (21-LAB-030), marking a significant milestone in the field of cannabis analysis, particularly concerning food pathogens. This accreditation underscores the laboratory’s commitment to ensuring the safety and quality […]

News: Meet us at the World Mycotoxin Forum 2018 (26/02/2018)

In two weeks’ time, in Amsterdam, the World Mycotoxin Forum will take place for the 10th time. This year, we will meet to share our experiences with mycotoxin testing and also talk about its future tendency. This international conference is a great opportunity to meet with representatives from industries, universities and the governments from all […]

News: Antibiotic residues: How contaminated is our food? (16/12/2019)

When it comes to food safety, consumers in Germany worry most about antibiotic residues, as a current survey shows. Is it a legitimate concern? How great is the danger?

News: The 20th anniversary of the R-Biopharm News! (17/09/2015)

We are proud to present the 20th anniversary edition of the R-Biopharm News. Please take a look at this edition and learn more about: 20 Years of R-Biopharmnews –R-Biopharmnews celebrates a birthday RIDA®QUICK Aflatoxin RQS, Art. No. R5205 New limit for Ochratoxin A in spices SureFood® PCR products from our partner CONGEN Biotechnologie GmbH, Berlin […]

News: R-Biopharm News I/2016 (15/03/2016)

News: R-Biopharm News II/2016 (15/06/2016)

RIDA®QUICK Gliadin: rapid assay for gluten receives AOAC-approval The next generation of mycotoxin quantification:RIDA®SMART APP RIDA®QUICK Soya: Extraction of food samples with RIDA®QUICK Soya Extraction buffer RIDASCREEN®FAST Crustacean (2nd generation) in accordance with the VITAL® concept New plant and animal DNA extraction control kit: SureFast® Animal+Plant Control EASI-EXTRACT® CITRININ product launch PuriTox Total Myco-MS High […]

News: R-Biopharm News III/2016 (08/09/2016)

R-Biopharm on the web New parameter in the Compact Dry portfolio: Compact Dry PA – for detecting Pseudomonas aeruginosa RIDA®SMART APP: Mycotoxin-App gets another update to RIDA®SMART APP V1.3 Simple and accurate extraction of food allergens New algal sources of vitamin B12 for dietary supplements Product launch: Pectinase Fairs and conferences Analysts workshops R-Biopharm AG […]

News: 4 reasons to visit the RME 2016 (04/11/2016)

Do you work in the field of food analysis? Are you interested in new trends and technologies and want to know how to make your everyday laboratory work more effective? Then it’s time to visit the Rapid Methods Europe (RME) in Amsterdam!