GUANGZHOU: A new food safety monitoring system will be put into operation by the end of next year, authorities have said.

Currently being piloted in the city's Tianhe district, the system covers all aspects of the supply process, from raw materials to restaurants. It provides an electronic record of test results and related information and sends automatic warnings and updates to government departments and retailers.

Cao Jianliao, vice-mayor of Guangzhou, said yesterday the system was part of a range of measures to ensure food safety. He was speaking at the launch of food safety week.