This article is about ensuring food safety, solving food safety problems and solutions. By safe food, we usually mean high-quality, environmentally friendly food, without genetically modified organisms (GMOs), such as pesticides. We mean products without harmful elements related to food.

Food safety is a critical public health and economic concern globally. In Uzbekistan, recent legislative reforms, institutional restructuring, and capacity‑building efforts aim to align with Codex Alimentarius, HACCP, ISO standards, and WTO SPS measures. This article presents (i) conceptual frameworks and risk‑based management systems, (ii) Uzbekistan’s ongoing reforms—including new food safety law, laboratory upgrades, and FAO/ITC projects—and (iii) global strategies for hazard control. Finally, recommendations are offered on enhancing collaboration between public authorities, private sector and academia to ensure safe and sustainable food supply chains.

Microbial contamination of food can occur at any point in the food supply chain, from production to consumption. Therefore, it is essential to follow proper hygiene and manufacturing practices throughout the entire process to prevent microbiological contamination, which can lead to significant morbidity and mortality among consumers. Recent research has focused on developing innovative technologies to improve food safety and quality without compromising its taste or nutritional value. Future studies should prioritize the creation of simple, cost-effective, and rapid tests for detecting and controlling microbial contamination, as well as the development of new food processing techniques.

This article discusses the scientific rationale for using antioxidants in food technology to extend product shelf life and improve nutritional quality. Oxidative reactions are among the primary causes of food deterioration, affecting flavor, color, texture, and nutrient stability. Antioxidants play a crucial role in preventing lipid oxidation and maintaining the sensory and nutritional properties of food products. This paper analyzes both natural and synthetic antioxidants, their mechanisms of action, and the latest technological applications in food preservation. The study concludes that the strategic use of antioxidants, particularly from natural sources, significantly enhances food stability, safety, and quality, supporting sustainable production and consumer health.

This article examines the hygienic features of greenhouse vegetable production using restricted soil in Uzbekistan. With the increasing demand for high-quality vegetables, greenhouse production has become a vital part of Uzbekistan’s agricultural strategy. However, the unique climatic and soil conditions in the region pose specific challenges related to hygiene and food safety. This study investigates the sanitary practices, soil management techniques, and environmental controls employed in Uzbek greenhouses to ensure the production of safe and healthy vegetables. Through a combination of field observations, laboratory analyses, and surveys of local agricultural practices, the research identifies key hygienic practices that mitigate contamination risks. The findings highlight the importance of rigorous hygiene protocols and soil management strategies in maintaining the quality and safety of greenhouse-grown vegetables. Recommendations for improving current practices and policy implications are also discussed to enhance the sustainability and safety of greenhouse vegetable production in Uzbekistan.

Heavy metal contamination in food poses significant health risks to consumers. Accurate identification and quantification of these contaminants are crucial for ensuring food safety. This article explores the importance and process of laboratory analysis in detecting heavy metals in food products. The findings emphasize the critical role of laboratory analysis in monitoring and mitigating heavy metal contamination in the food supply chain, ultimately protecting public health.

This article analyzes the impact of chemical agents used during the storage of vegetables on the food safety management system. It systematically evaluates possible chemical, microbiological, and organoleptic changes resulting from the use of antimicrobial and antifungal substances, preservatives, ethylene inhibitors, and oxidation-based technologies commonly applied in storage. The research approach follows ISO 22000 requirements, encompassing the stages of hazard identification, assessment, and control, as well as the recommendations of the Codex Alimentarius and national regulatory documents (O‘zDSt). The paper highlights permissible maximum residue levels, critical control points, traceability, and verification mechanisms. Methodological approaches such as chromatographic and spectral analyses and microbiological indicators are presented to assess the residual quantities of chemical agents, the potential accumulation of nitrates and heavy metals, and the preservation of beneficial bio-oils, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Foodborne diseases remain a global health concern, with bacterial pathogens playing a major role in outbreaks and sporadic cases of food poisoning. Among the most significant agents are Salmonella spp., Clostridium botulinum, Proteus spp., and Staphylococcus aureus. These microorganisms are characterized by distinct pathogenic mechanisms, ranging from enterotoxin production to invasive disease, leading to diverse clinical outcomes from mild gastroenteritis to life-threatening systemic intoxications. This review highlights the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, treatment strategies, and preventive measures related to these four key pathogens.

This article presents ideas and reflections on the recycling of food waste, which is becoming a global problem not only in Uzbekistan but worldwide.The authors emphasize that food waste management aims to ensure environmental and economic development, thereby further preserving a rich cultural heritage.The article also examines the impact of understanding the solutions to food waste on the stability and prosperity of our Republic.

This article presents a comprehensive review of strategies and measures aimed at preventing poisoning caused by toxic infections. Toxic infections resulting from exposure to harmful pathogens or contaminants pose significant health risks to individuals and communities. The study examines various preventive approaches, including hygiene practices, vaccination programs, food safety protocols and public health measures. By analyzing these strategies, this study seeks to highlight the variety of measures used to protect public health and mitigate the dangers associated with toxic infections.

This article shows that food safety, nutrition and food security are closely related and cause dangerous food-borne diseases and malnutrition.

This article discusses the clinical signs of the disease, pathological changes, diagnosis, treatment and preventive measures, control and problems of ephemeral fever in cattle.

by ensuring the sustainable development of fruit and vegetable growing in the long term and increasing the efficiency of the network, it will be possible to meet the demand for food products, ensure its safety, expand the geography of exports and increase the living conditions of our people.

The article analyzes the legal foundations of state control in the agricultural sector of Uzbekistan in comparison with international experience. Using the WTO SPS Agreement, and control models in the European Union and the United States as examples, it highlights the advantages of a risk-based approach. The study demonstrates how institutional fragmentation and a prescriptive approach in Uzbekistan’s control system affect its efficiency and substantiates the need for digitalization and integration through a unified platform. The conclusion provides recommendations for introducing a risk-based approach in the agricultural sector, harmonizing authorities, and creating a legal framework aligned with international standards.

Loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) technology bypasses the time-consuming thermal cycle of conventional PCR due to rapid DNA amplification under isothermal conditions and is of importance. LAMP is also convenient due to its simple structure and minimal requirements for equipment. Its high sensitivity and specificity provide clear results, which are of great importance in medical diagnostics and the identification of pathogens. The versatility of LAMP is determined by its application in the detection of pathogens, genetic mutations, and various DNA sequences, infectious disease diagnostics, food safety, and environmental monitoring.

All over the world, there is a lot of practical work on food safety. Every Agrarian country wants to export its produce and get good profit from it. But world markets have their own standard requirements and specified certificates. One such certification is the Global G.A.P standards. Below you will get a better understanding of Global G.A.P standards and Global G.A.P benefits in exporting products in Uzbekistan.

Integrated Management System (IMS) is a strategy for managing multiple systems to meet the needs and expectations of different stakeholders. The main objective of this study is to systematize the principles of IMS and its development and support by identifying key elements. To achieve this goal, a systematic review of the literature was conducted. The results show that there are 28 elements for the development and implementation of IMS. By critically analyzing these elements, it is possible to systematize 6 principles of IMS: systematic management; standardization; strategic, tactical and operational integration; organizational learning; elimination of bureaucracy; continuous improvement. Each principle serves as a foundation for the development and support of IMS. The scientific contribution of this study is that it represents a starting point for defining the theory of IMS. Also, taking into account these results, it is possible to typify the basis of IMS, which will help to increase the comparability of research results. The results of this work can also help business managers better focus their efforts in managing IMT and serve as a guide for them in developing and maintaining the aforementioned foundations.

This paper explores the critical issue of women’s reproductive health, examining the impact of environmental and social factors. It discusses how ecological issues such as air pollution, food safety, and chemical exposure contribute to reproductive health challenges. Furthermore, the article highlights the importance of social determinants such as education, economic stability, and healthcare access in shaping women’s health outcomes. Through the analysis of recent studies, statistical data, and case studies, the paper aims to shed light on these issues and provide actionable recommendations to improve reproductive health policies.