The State Food and Veterinary Service explains to consumers: How much water is there in meat, and when is extra water added?
News from Lithuania (VMVT):
Did you know that a large proportion of meat is made up of water? For example, lean meat can naturally contain around 75 per cent water. However, when producing certain…
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Bird flu risk increases during bird migration season – EFSAshort forEuropean Food Safety Authority highlights the importance of biosecurity
News from Finland (Ruakovirasto):
The risk of avian influenza increases across Europe during the autumn and winter migration season. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSAshort forEuropean Food Safety Authority) and the European…
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New foods are challenging the methods used to assess food safety
News from Denmark (DTU):
Foods derived from cell cultures, novel ingredients and climate-related risks are placing new demands on risk assessment methods. In a new technical paper, the European Food…
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Autumn avian influenza prevention measures in poultry farming
News from Hungary (Nébih):
Due to the increased risk of avian influenza during the autumn, Dr Imre Nemes, the Chief Veterinary Officer, has ordered preventive measures to be taken in districts…
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Picking and eating mushrooms: beware of the risk of poisoning
News from France (ANSES):
The arrival of autumn marks the start of the mushroom season and the time for foraging. Every year, numerous cases of mushroom poisoning are reported to poison control…
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FSAI publishes scientific report on dioxins and PCBs in terrestrial farm animals
News from Ireland (FSAI):
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today published a report from its Scientific Committee which looks at addressing the risk of dioxins and PCBs (long-lasting or…
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Food that is safe to eat should not end up as waste: when can it still be consumed, sold or donated to charity?
News from Lithuania (VMVT):
Is it necessary to throw food away once the ‘Best before…’ date on the label has passed? Under what conditions can such products be sold? What food can be donated to…
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FSAI publishes first scientific dietary recommendations for adolescents in Ireland
News from Ireland (FSAI):
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has today published a scientific report outlining food-based dietary guideline recommendations for adolescents aged 9–18 living…
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Updated guide to coeliac disease and gluten-free food
News from Denmark (DTU):
An updated guide published by the Danish Health Authority provides people with coeliac disease and their families with information and practical advice on living gluten-free.…
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Active measures are needed to reduce salt intake among Finns
News from Finland (Ruokavirasto):
The national dietary guidelines ‘Sustainable Health through Food’, drawn up by the National Nutrition Council (VRN) and the National Institute for Health and Welfare…