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Friday, May 24, 2019 - 08:44
EFSA has launched a consultation on its scientific opinion on the risks for animal and human health related to the presence of quinolizidine alkaloids in food and feed.
Quinolizidine alkaloids are...
Thursday, May 23, 2019 - 11:55
In recognition of the UN World Food Safety Day, IFST Food Safety Group is hosting an interactive event on 6 June 2019 that will highlight the importance of delivering a positive food safety culture....
Thursday, May 16, 2019 - 14:58
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has recommended improved allergen labelling on pre-packed foods for direct sale, for example foods such as sandwiches and salads which are made and packaged on the same...
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - 10:20
IFST Northern Ireland Branch is hosting CHRO 2019, the world’s leading international conference on Campylobacter, Helicobacter and related microorganisms on 8-11 September 2019 in Belfast. The...
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - 09:08
Monitoring data on the presence of residues of veterinary medicines and contaminants in animals and animal-derived food released by EFSA show high rates of compliance with recommended safety levels....
Friday, May 10, 2019 - 11:19
The Food Standards Agency has advised that increased allergen information should be provided on pre-packed direct sale food to give consumers greater confidence in the food they eat.
As a public...
Thursday, April 25, 2019 - 10:27
The Food Standards Agency has published the findings for wave five of the Food and You survey.
The survey includes data from England, Wales and Northern Ireland is used to collect information about...
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 - 09:55
EFSA, the EU Member States and the European Commission are jointly launching a campaign called #EUandMyFood to remind EU citizens how we all benefit from the European food safety that was created in...
Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 08:53
The Food Standards Agency has published the latest science report by Chief Scientific Adviser Professor Guy Poppy.
The report outlines how important data standards are to the FSA, the approach to...
Thursday, April 11, 2019 - 09:55
EFSA has released a new guidance providing applicants and Member States with instructions on preparing and submitting dossiers and assessment reports for the peer review of pesticides.
The document...