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Episode 32 – Data vs stereotypes: what Europeans eat

European Food Safety Authority — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:30:41 +0200

What do Europeans eat? We’re talking data - why it’s crucial for healthy diets. Join us as we test stereotypes and learn why we may start wearing data chips on our teeth!

#NoBirdFlu: clear communications for better biosecurity

European Food Safety Authority — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:58:15 +0200

The #NoBirdFlu toolkit, launched to coincide with the start of the new migratory season in Europe, aims to raise awareness about the importance of applying simple biosecurity steps, particularly on small and medium-sized farms. By adopting these measures, farmers will help to protect animal and public health, ensure food production stability, and minimize disruptions to trade.

“The launch of #NoBirdFlu highlights how preparedness today can prevent crises tomorrow,” said Nikolaus Kriz, EFSA’s Executive Director. “By working together we can protect our animals, secure food systems and build...

Nikolaus Kriz assumes role as EFSA’s new Executive Director

European Food Safety Authority — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:38:09 +0200

An Austrian veterinary surgeon with more than 30 years of international experience, Dr. Kriz has dedicated his career to science, public health, and European cooperation. He previously held senior positions at the European Medicines Agency and has served the past eight years at EFSA, as Head of Unit for Animal Health and Welfare and Plant Health, and, more recently, as Head of Risk Assessment Services (ENABLE) Department.

Speaking on his first day in office, Dr. Kriz expressed both gratitude and resolve, outlining his vision for EFSA’s evolving mission: “My top priorities are to deliver high...

Episode 31 – Sizzling summers: BBQ safety served hot

European Food Safety Authority — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:52:29 +0200

It’s BBQ time! Learn how to stay safe when cooking your favourite food on the grill. We’ll even share our own barbecue favourites along the way!

Keeping plant pests out of the EU

European Food Safety Authority — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 11:05:00 +0200

Since 2022, EFSA has involved 130 experts to support the European Commission in the revision of the current list of priority pests – quarantine pests that pose the most serious threats to the EU environment and its agriculture. The assessment focused on the analysis of biological and ecological data to estimate how the pests would spread and what impact they would have if introduced to EU territory. After shortlisting the most relevant pests, 47 pest species were examined, including the current 20 EU priority pests.

“This work contributes to improving the EU’s preparedness against the...

Fluoride safety: updated intake levels for all ages

European Food Safety Authority — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:59:59 +0200

EFSA has re-assessed the potential risks to consumers from fluoride in drinking water, food, fluoridated table salt, and ingested fluoridated dental care products.

Episode 30 - Food supplements: to add or not to add?

European Food Safety Authority — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:28:25 +0200

What are food supplements and do we need them? In this episode, we explore the different forms that supplements can take, shedding light on what they can and cannot do.

Have your say - estragole in fennel seed preparations

European Food Safety Authority — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:00:25 +0200

EFSA is seeking feedback on its draft assessment of the health risks of estragole in fennel seed preparations, including herbal infusions.

Bird flu: EFSA analyses situation in US and tracks possible routes of spread

European Food Safety Authority — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:59:46 +0200

The seasonal migration of wild birds and the importation of certain US products could be potential routes for the introduction of the HPAI virus currently affecting US dairy cows into Europe.

Dr. Nikolaus Kriz nominated as EFSA's next Executive Director

European Food Safety Authority — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 18:53:41 +0200

“I am very pleased to announce that today the Board voted to nominate Dr. Nikolaus Kriz as EFSA's next Executive Director” said Aivars Bērziņš, Chair of EFSA’s Management Board.

“With his significant leadership experience in regulatory settings and deep scientific expertise, we are confident he will further strengthen EFSA’s role as the EU reference point for independent food safety risk assessment.

“On behalf of the Board, I also take the opportunity to extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Bernhard Url for his outstanding leadership as EFSA’s Executive Director over the past eleven years”...