The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has launched a comprehensive project aimed at assessing how processing methods impact the safety of novel proteins derived from genetically modified (GM) crops, novel f [...]
Researchers at the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and Environment (RIVM) have proposed a new method for evaluating the health impacts of chemicals found in food. This approach utilizes techniques ty [...]
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has released a new opinion on saccharin and its sodium, potassium, and calcium salts, collectively known as E954, marking a significant update for the regulation of the [...]
The European Commission has released its 2023 Annual Report, revealing a significant uptick in notifications related to food safety and agri-food fraud within the Alert and Cooperation Network (ACN), which incl [...]
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has released an updated guidance document for novel food applications, a move that underscores its commitment to food safety and regulatory efficiency. This revised gui [...]
In a significant move to safeguard public health and maintain fair competition for farmers, the European Parliament has decisively rejected proposals that would have permitted residues of banned pesticides in i [...]
A recent investigation conducted in Italy has highlighted potential health risks associated with the use of agricultural soil conditioners, which include treated biowaste, agricultural residues, and sewage slud [...]
Finnebrogue, one of the UK's leading food producers, is set to trial a generative AI chatbot designed to assist employees with allergen-related inquiries. The initiative, in collaboration with the supply chain [...]
Recent research from Finland has found that glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, is contaminating manure-based fertilizers, posing risks to both organic and conventional tomato growers. The study was prompted b [...]
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has just published its scientific and technical assistance report regarding the safety of human-identical milk oligosaccharides (HiMOs) as novel foods. This evaluation [...]
