News: Edible insects: bite-sized sustainability (26/03/2024)

In the realm of corporate sustainability in the food industry a distinct trend is emerging – the integration of edible insects. Once considered a novelty or even a taboo, insects are now gaining recognition as a viable and eco-friendly protein source with the potential to revolutionise the way we eat. Why edible insects? With the […]

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: Plant-based food: Vegan diet as a risk for people with allergies?  (17/11/2022)

Plant-based foods are a major trend and new vegetarian and vegan foods are constantly coming onto the market. However, people with allergies need to look carefully when choosing plant-based milk and meat alternatives. 

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: 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: If you have legionella in your facility, this is what you need to know (26/04/2023)

Water is essential for life – but also a frequent source of bacterial infections. If Legionella bacteria grow in the water pipes, it can lead to serious diseases. This article answers the most important questions on the subject of Legionella. How dangerous are Legionella bacteria? Legionella is a genus of waterborne, gram-negative, rod-shaped bacteria that […]

News: Gluten-free oats: how to ensure safe oat products (23/04/2019)

Being rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, oats are a valuable addition to the diet – especially for the gluten-free diet. However, the manufacturing of gluten-free oat products has some pitfalls.

News: Microbial spoilage in juices and soft drinks: Detecting key spoilers with GEN-IAL® real time PCR kits (08/10/2024)

In the beverage industry, particularly in the production of fruit juices and soft drinks, microbial contamination poses considerable challenges to product quality and shelf life. While strict hygiene protocols and pasteurization processes aim to mitigate contamination, certain resilient microorganisms, such as molds, yeasts & bacteria, continue to present issues. Among these, Alicyclobacillus species, yeasts, and […]

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: Lactoferrin, a healthy addition to baby milk powder (10/02/2020)

A natural improvement of the baby’s immune system is mediated by the protein Lactoferrin in mother’s milk.

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: 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: Baby Food Analysis (23/06/2014)

AFLAOCHRA PREP® columns recommended for baby food analysis In the April 2014 issue of Journal of Chromatography A 1337: 75-84, Desmarchelier et al., from Nestle Research Centre in Switzerland, and co-authors from Quality Assurance Centres in Italy and Singapore have described methods for the analysis of mycotoxins in cereals, cocoa, oil, spices, infant formula, coffee […]

News: Hot topic: Testing spices for aflatoxins and ochratoxin A (15/01/2015)

January 16 is “International Hot and Spicy Food Day”. A good moment to draw the attention to a hot topic: The occurrence of aflatoxins and ochratoxin A in spices.

News: 6 potentially hazardous contaminants in animal feed (03/04/2018)

Whether for cats, dogs, poultry, cattle or pigs: animal feed should be healthy and free from contaminants. Several product recalls have recently shown that this is not always the case. We show you six contaminants manufacturers should keep an eye on.

News: 7 things in your Easter Egg you didn’t know were there (13/04/2017)

Colorfully painted eggs are an essential part of the Easter festivities, not only in Germany. But what exactly is inside an egg? We started to search and came across 7 interesting egg constituents. Do you know them all?

News: Gluten-free beer: A practical guide for your brewery (15/11/2018)

For anyone who suffers from celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, beer has long been off-limits. Fortunately, this has changed in recent years and celiacs now have access to an increasingly broad range of gluten-free beer that tastes just as good as normal beer. However, manufacture is very complex. We have compiled the biggest challenges for […]

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: Trichothecenes: Boost your mycotoxin analysis with multi-analyte testing (12/12/2016)

Fungal infections can reduce crop yields and can also give rise to mycotoxin contamination. There are many different types of mycotoxins and they often occur simultaneously. Test methods which detect multiple mycotoxins in a single run make the analysis faster and more effective. Our wide range of products allows you to detect several trichothecenes in […]

News: Allergy-friendly treats for St. Nicholas Day (04/12/2018)

St. Nicholas Day is an important sales driver for the food industry. But what exactly are we celebrating on December 6? Here are some interesting St. Nicholas facts – and 5 tips for filling a stocking for allergy sufferers.

News: Microbial contamination: Are pre-packaged salads a health risk? (18/06/2019)

Pre-packaged salads are often contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses or molds, as a current study reveals. Especially during the warmer months, there is a high risk of microbiological contamination.

News: Meat fraud: Your meal might not be what is says on the label (19/06/2020)

Pork does not belong in a kebab or a beef sausage. However, adulteration of meat products with cheaper pork is a common form of meat fraud. This is a problem – especially for consumers who refrain from eating pork for religious reasons.

News: Celebrating International Beer Day with Quality Assurance (02/08/2024)

On August 2nd, 2024, brewers and beer enthusiasts around the world will raise their glasses to celebrate International Beer Day. As we toast to this much-loved beverage, it’s important to highlight the importance of maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety in beer production. For brewers and testing laboratories, testing methods, such as qPCR, […]

News: FDA defines „gluten-free“ for food labeling (22/08/2013)

Finally, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a new regulation for the amount of gluten that may be present in foods marketed as gluten-free. The limit was set to 20 ppm (parts per million). Like many other countries, the US has also followed the recommendations of the CODEX Alimentarius. For the enforcement of […]

News: Listeria – a global challenge for food safety (16/04/2018)

Listeria is currently causing problems in many places: in Europe, frozen corn was recalled; melons led to illness and death of several persons in Australia; and South Africa is experiencing the world’s largest listeriosis outbreak on record with more than 900 infections and around 180 deaths. Here are 5 facts about listeria you need to […]

News: The RIDASCREEN® Milk Concept (20/07/2012)

Analytical test kits for ensuring milk-free food production

News: Analytical test kits for ensuring milk-free food production (25/03/2025)

Which test for what? Conversions according to the food composition

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 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: 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!

News: A ban on colistin use in animals to save human lives (01/04/2019)

The use of the antibiotic colistin in poultry farming is not unusual – but it poses risks. Now, several countries have banned it.

News: Gingerbread: All about the traditional German cookie (21/12/2015)

Christmas is just around the corner and R-Biopharm is getting into the Christmas spirit. This article is dedicated to a typical German Christmas tradition: the “Lebkuchen” (gingerbread).

News: Beer spoilage organisms: these are the microorganisms you should monitor in your brewery (13/07/2023)

Whether Pilsner, lager, Hefeweizen, Altbier or the countless craft beer variations: The selection of beer styles is huge and the range continues to grow. However, the microorganisms that get into the beer during the brewing process and can lead to spoilage are just as diverse as the beer styles. They impair the taste and odor […]

News: R-Biopharm News IV/2015 (07/12/2015)

RIDA®QUICK Soya Art. No. R7103 RIDASCREEN® CIS-Casein 2nd Generation Art. No. R5112 AOAC-RI validation for RIDASCREEN®FAST Milk Art. No. R4652 RIDA®QUICK Gliadin (Art. No. 7003) is AOAC Official MethodSM Set of 3 processed Gliadin Assay Controls Art. No. R7012 News from our cooperation partner GEN-IAL GmbH News from our cooperation partner GEN-IAL GmbHInformation from R-Biopharm […]

News: World Food Day 2022: Better production for better food (14/10/2022)

World Food Day is celebrated on 16 October to remind us that many people in the world are still suffering from hunger. Military conflicts, the COVID pandemic and climate change have recently exacerbated the situation again. How can access to healthy and safe food be improved for all people?  Food waste is a major problem. […]

News: Analytica 2016: 3 food analysis trends you should know about (28/04/2016)

In just two weeks, the “analytica” will open its doors. The international trade fair for laboratory technology, analysis and biotechnology is being held for the 25th time. The fair gives an insight into the industry’s most interesting product innovations. Today, we risk a look into the crystal ball and show you some of the most […]

News: IAFP 2016: New challenges in food safety (04/05/2016)

Next week, the „International Association for Food Protection“ (IAFP) will hold their European Symposium on Food Safety in Athens. From bacterial and viral contamination in food to beverage spoilers and toxins: As a preview of what to expect, we will take a look at the IAFP’s hot topics and the new challenges in food production.

News: Insect-based food – potential new source for allergic reactions? (30/04/2021)

The European Food Safety Agency (EFSA) has approved the first insect for human consumption: the yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor larva). It is categorized as a novel food (NF) pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 (‘food consisting of, isolated from or produced from animals or their parts’, as described in Article 3(2)(v)).

News: The 6 biggest challenges in mycotoxin analysis (and how to overcome them) (15/09/2017)

Mycotoxins are among the most important topics in food safety. However, analysis poses some challenges for laboratories as detection is a difficult task, and therefore, mycotoxins go undetected sometimes. These are the biggest mycotoxin analysis challenges – and how to master them all.

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: Reference material: cornerstone of quality control (03/09/2019)

Reference material is indispensable for quality control in food analysis. But what exactly is the difference between reference material and certified reference material? And what is an analytical standard? Here‘s an overview.

News: Microorganisms in cosmetics: Can your make-up make you ill? (15/12/2015)

Microbiological contamination by bacteria, molds or viruses may not only occur in food. Pharmaceutical and cosmetic products may be contaminated, too. Microorganisms spoil the product and may be hazardous for consumer health.

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: Why use PCR for testing gluten? (01/03/2022)

We often get the question: “Why do you have a gluten PCR in your portfolio?” A valid question indeed, because gluten is the general name for the proteins in wheat, barley, rye and triticale. Since PCR detects DNA or RNA – not protein, the question remains: How can you use qPCR in gluten analysis.

News: Listeria in food: An increasing risk? (20/04/2017)

Listeria are among the main causes of food poisoning. Recently, there has been an increasing number of product recalls due to Listeria contamination. How great is the risk really?

News: What you need to know about insects as novel food (21/02/2023)

In January 2023, the EU approved two more insects as food: the house cricket in powder form, and the lesser mealworm. Here is an overview of the most important questions and answers on the topic. Which insects are allowed as food? There are hundreds of edible insect species worldwide. In the EU, only four insects […]

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: Keep track of your allergen testing – the RIDA®SMART APP Allergen (18/03/2024)

The RIDA®SMART App Allergen is your little helper in documenting your food allergen testing results with lateral flow-based tests.

News: Compact Dry: Food Microbiology Testing Made Easier, Volume 1 (05/05/2014)

News: Microbial count: How to perform efficient microbiological analyses (25/01/2016)

Hygiene plays a key role in food production. Microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, yeasts and molds can spoil food and may cause a risk to health. Regular monitoring throughout the production process is therefore necessary. We show you what is important in your hygiene monitoring and present methods that make determining microbial counts child’s play.

News: Verotoxin: How to detect contamination and ensure safe food (22/02/2017)

Verotoxin-producing EHEC bacteria are a common cause of food-borne infections. Here’s what food producers should know about the risk associated with the pathogen and the methods of detection.

News: Spotlight on beer – International Beer Day (04/08/2015)

The first Friday of every August is international beer day. An excellent moment to put the spotlight on 2 quite different quality aspects of beer: gluten content and beer spoilage.

News: The easiest way to perform on-site enzymatic tests (22/04/2016)

Whether you want to analyze wine, beer, fruit juices, sweets, dairy or meat products: Enzymatic methods for the determination of sugar, acid, alcohol and other food components have become an indispensable part of food analysis. If you want to use enzymatic methods in on-site testing, here’s how it works.

News: Does your chocolate contain allergens? (07/07/2016)

The 7th of July is World Chocolate Day: An excellent moment to put the spotlight on that tasty treat. According to the statistics, we eat around 9 kg of chocolate per year. Yet, many people must avoid chocolate because it may contain allergenic substances.

News: Improving allergen analysis: Research project receives subsidies (10/02/2017)

Together with the Fresenius University and the Geisenheim University, R-Biopharm is developing an improved ELISA method for the detection of food allergens. The federal state of Hesse is providing financial support for the project – granting funds of around 330,000 euros.

News: Food fraud: What’s really in our food? (21/03/2017)

Ever since the horsemeat scandal it is clear that our food isn’t always what we think it is. Food fraud cases emerge again and again – and consumers are increasingly concerned. Here are five food fraud facts you should know about.

News: Mycotoxin analysis via smartphone: new hope for farmers? (29/06/2017)

Mycotoxins are a big threat to agriculture. Particularly in developing countries, crops are often contaminated with mycotoxins – with dangerous consequences for the population. Modern technology can improve the situation for farmers and consumers.

News: Beeware! There might be antibiotic residues in your honey (18/08/2017)

Bees are of great importance for humans: these busy little animals not only produce delicious honey, but also pollinate our crop plants – and thereby ensure our food production. However, even bees can get sick and need to be treated with medication. This is not without consequences.

News: LC-MS/MS: Method of choice for efficient multi-mycotoxin analysis (11/07/2018)

For the detection of mycotoxins, liquid chromatography with mass spectrometric detection (LC-MS/MS) has become very popular in recent years. Laboratories with high sample throughput are especially increasingly relying on this precise and efficient method. Here‘s how to handle matrix effects and make optimal use of LC-MS/MS.

News: S. diastaticus: a new challenge in beer analysis? (02/08/2018)

Contamination with the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. diastaticus (often shortened to S. diastaticus) is currently a hot topic in the beer industry. Breweries worldwide are affected. For International Beer Day, here’s what you should know about this harmful wild yeast.

News: The fight against food fraud (27/06/2019)

Deceptive labelling, prohibited additives or the substitution of expensive ingredients with cheaper components: During a global raid against food fraud, Interpol seized counterfeit goods worth approximately 103 million euros. In order to detect adulteration, analytical methods are essential.

News: New data: This is how common food allergies really are (17/01/2020)

According to a recent study, more than 10 percent of adults in the United States suffer from food allergies, while almost 20 percent think they do. What’s behind this?

News: PCR analysis the easy way (02/03/2020)

Real-time PCR has proved to be a reliable and efficient analysis method in many areas. For laboratories who have avoided up to now the investments for PCR analysis, a new compact PCR cycler now makes it easy to get started.

News: Semi-automated nucleic acid preparation for food and feed samples – simplicity and convenience (30/07/2020)

Extraction of nucleic acids is a vital part of real-time PCR and is often challenging due to several factors such as the high variability of sample matrices and inhibitory substances like plant ingredients, alcohols or salts.

News: New social media series: What are the benefits of automation to your qPCR lab routine? (05/10/2021)

Standardization of methods, a more efficient lab routine, and saving time and resources. Automation has many advantages. We answer the most important questions about automation.

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: 5 fascinating facts about nuts (27/10/2022)

In the USA, National Nut Day is celebrated on October 22. Reason enough to take a closer look at the little vitamin bombs.  1. Not everything we call a nut actually is one  In fact, from a botanical point of view, there are only a few “true nuts”, including hazelnuts, walnuts as well as sweet […]

News: Ochratoxin A in coffee: Ensure compliance with new legislative levels (30/03/2023)

Coffee production Coffee comes from Coffea, a tree which belongs to the Rubiaceae family, with the largest diversity found in humid environments. Different varieties of coffee, require different environments for the plant to grow. In general, coffee grows from the Tropic of Capricorn to the Tropic of Cancer. Higher altitudes produce coffee beans with a […]

News: Exploring methods for multi-mycotoxin analysis (20/11/2024)

The presence of mycotoxins in food and feed poses a significant health risk, necessitating the need for accurate and reliable testing methods. Laboratories have several options for analysing multi-mycotoxins, each with its own advantages and limitations. The choice of method typically depends on factors such as sensitivity, selectivity, and cost. This article explores the move […]