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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: First validated allergen reference material is now available (30/01/2017)

Certified reference material plays a decisive role in food analysis. But so far, suitable material was missing for allergen analysis. Now, MoniQA Association has presented the first validated reference material for the analysis of milk allergen.

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.

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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 […]

Best practices for an effective allergen management

The online seminar “Best practices for effective allergen management” discusses the most important points of allergen management that you can apply in practice. Find out how R-Biopharm AG can support you in meeting your requirements with regard to the monitoring and detection of allergens. R-Biopharm invites you to take part in the online seminar “Best […]

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 […]

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: 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: RIDA®SMART APP: New update for mycotoxin app (21/07/2016)

In the last months, the RIDA®SMART APP for mycotoxin analysis has received much attention. Now, there’s a new update for the innovative software for quantitative analysis of mycotoxins. Here’s what the new version 1.2 can do.

News: Food fraud: the business of counterfeit whisky (14/06/2017)

Food fraud is a major problem for the beverage industry. High-priced spirits such as single malt whiskies are particularly subject to fraud. Here’s what you should know about food fraud in the alcoholic beverage sector and how to detect adulterated whisky.

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: Egg allergy: children are particularly affected (10/09/2019)

Eggs are very versatile foods and for many people an inherent part of the diet. However, they also are one of the most common allergy triggers worldwide.

News: Egg allergy: Christmas treats to eat with caution (09/12/2019)

Egg allergy is among the most common food allergies worldwide and particularly affects children. An egg-free diet often is a challenge – especially in the holiday season.

Highlight: RIDASCREEN DNSH

Shrimps showing antibiotic contamination is not a new problem and still relevant! Recently, the nitrofuran antibiotic Nifursol and its metabolite DNSH have been prohibited.

News: The hidden threat in your coffee: exploring ochratoxin A and fungal diversity (16/08/2024)

Monitoring and controlling mycotoxins like ochratoxin A (OTA) in food involves not only routine analysis but also identifying the sources of fungal infection. This is crucial for high-value products such as coffee, where OTA can significantly impact market prices for producers. A recent study published by Rodríguez et al. in the journal Postharvest Biology and […]

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News: Out-of-season increase of norovirus cases (22/08/2024)

Norovirus facts:￭ Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea￭ Contaminated oysters are a common source of outbreaks￭ Rapid detection is essential to prevent the spread of illness Norovirus remains a significant cause of foodborne illness worldwide, particularly within the food industry, where maintaining safety and quality is paramount. In 2024, there […]

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News: Lumitester PD-30 – new software features and temperature controlled measurements! (16/12/2014)

Much easier and user friendly: The new Lumitester PD-30 (Art. No. ZLT1402653) from Kikkoman is now available! Using the new device ATP/AMP measurement becomes much easier and user friendlier than before!

News: Towards a collaborative Centre of Expertise on food allergen management at University Laval in Quebec City (19/10/2016)

Quebec, October 4th, 2016 – The German company R-Biopharm, one of the largest food diagnostics companies worldwide, is establishing a new Centre of Expertise on food allergen management in collaboration with Université Laval’s Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF).

Highlight: High risk for mycotoxins this year?

This year's wheat harvest has been challenging in many European countries due to excessive rain in late spring and early summer. DON and other trichothecenes contaminated crops in Germany, Switzerland, and France. On top of that mycotoxin regulations changed in Europe. Yet, we got you covered with our most recent developments in mycotoxin detection and mycotoxin management!

News: Combating antibiotic resistance (08/03/2023)

Antibiotics have become an indispensable tool in medicine, treating numerous infectious diseases effectively and safely. However, researchers warn that this could change as a result of increasing resistance. Antibiotic resistance is on the rise worldwide. Experts see this as one of the greatest health risks for the human population. If pathogens become resistant to antibiotics, […]

News: Celebrating World Food Day: “Water is Life, Water is Food. Leave No One Behind!” (16/10/2023)

On this World Food Day, we unite under the theme “Water is life, water is food. Leave no one behind” to emphasize the crucial relationship between water and food. The quality of water directly impacts the quality of our food, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure its safety throughout the supply chain, from […]

News: Lateral flow tests in allergen management (17/11/2016)

In allergen analysis, lateral flow tests are mainly used for cleaning control. Yet, these handy dipsticks can do more than just test surfaces for allergen residues. Newer models are also suitable for food analysis – and in the future, lateral flow tests could be even more powerful.

News: Unlocking the potential of qPCR in wine making for enhanced quality control (02/07/2024)

In the complex world of wine making, precision and quality control are paramount to delivering exceptional products. Real-time PCR is a great tool for gaining invaluable insights to the microbial status and thus enhancing quality control measures from grape to bottle. Quality assurance in wine makingqPCR has emerged as a supporting tool for quality assurance […]

News: National mustard day (05/08/2022)

Mustard is categorized as a spice, globally ones of the most important ones, and belongs to the Brassicaceae family of plants. Other plants in this family include for example broccoli, cabbage, and rapeseed (canola).

News: Cheers! It’s beverage day – a toast to quality control (06/05/2022)

Drinking is a huge part of how we socialize, celebrate, and also sometimes deal with stress. However, as more people make a point of a conscious lifestyle or become sober-curious, fully sober, or simply want a more fun night off, there is an increasing demand and popularity for low and non-alcoholic beverages. These include alcohol-free […]

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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: R-Biopharm celebrates its 30th anniversary (06/07/2018)

30 years ago, R-Biopharm was founded as a working group with only six employees. Today, it’s a leading developer of test solutions with more than 1,000 employees and subsidiaries and distributors all over the world. Take a look at our timeline and discover what happened on the way.

News: T-2 and HT-2 toxin: A threat to the grain harvest? (20/07/2017)

Grain harvest is well under way. This brings mycotoxins such as aflatoxin and ochratoxin into the focus again. However, also the less known mycotoxins T-2 and HT-2 toxin are a threat to harvest. This year, contamination could be particularly high.

News: Genetically modified organisms (GMO) – subject to a lot of controversy (31/05/2022)

Although, GMO foods may become an essential tool in feeding the world’s growing population and undergo strict testing, people have concerns about possible risks, and there is much debate about the pros and cons of using GMOs.

News: Improve your screening for antibiotics with the new EuroProxima Florfenicol ELISA (10/10/2018)

The use of the broad-spectrum antibiotic Chloramphenicol (CAP) is totally banned world-wide since many years. As an alternative substance, Florfenicol is widely used, mainly in veterinary medicine. For this less toxic antibiotic Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) are established by the European Union, varying from 100 to 3000 ppb, depending on the matrix.

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: 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?

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Shellfish including crustaceans and mollusks must be declared as an allergenic ingredient in food products in accordance with the EU Directive (EC 1829/2003 and EC 1830/2002).

FAMS – 6th Food Allergen Management Symposium

We are proud to sponsor and exhibit at the 6th Food Allergen Management Symposium (FAMS) from May 20 – May 22, 2025, a three-day event you won’t want to miss. FAMS 2025 promises to feature an impressive lineup of experts from the global food allergen management community, offering a platform to share insights, exchange ideas, […]

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Efficient modern food production requires rapid decisions.