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Have your say – dioxins and related PCBs

EFSA is seeking feedback on its draft assessment of the health risks of dioxins and related polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in food. Deadline for submitting comments: 26 January 2026.

Avian influenza in Europe: enhanced surveillance and strict biosecurity needed as detections surge

Between 6 September and 14 November 2025, 1,443 detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) viruses were reported in wild birds across 26 European countries.

#NoBirdFlu: clear communications for better biosecurity

EFSA and the European Commission launch a communications toolkit with essential farm biosecurity information to help prevent and stop the spread of avian influenza.

Press release #NoBirdFlu toolkit

Delta-8 THC: EFSA sets safe intake level

EFSA analysed available data on delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (also known as delta-8 THC) in food and set a safe intake level.

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Have your say – complete the EFSA Journal survey!

We have just launched our regular survey of EFSA Journal users. It provides a valuable opportunity to have your say on...

Episode 34 – Cost, origin, taste: what influences our food choices?

Podcast episode

What’s important to you when you buy food – cost, taste, origin or something else? Join us as we unpack our behaviour at...

Nikolaus Kriz assumes role as EFSA’s new Executive Director

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An Austrian veterinary surgeon with more than 30 years of international experience, Dr. Kriz has dedicated his career to...

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