Food Laboratories Under Strain Due to Horsemeat Scandal

The video discusses the challenges faced by a lab in Worcestershire County Council in testing meat products like meatballs and minced beef. The lab operates under budget constraints and faces unprecedented demand, leading to extended working hours. Despite support from the FSA, the lab struggles with competition and a lack of collaboration among labs. Most test results are negative for horse, goat, and other mystery meats. The video emphasizes the need for consumers, shops, and the government to invest in quality food testing.

What has caused the breakdown of collaboration among the labs?

What are the implications of negative results for horse, goat, and other mystery meats?