News
On-farm killing of sheep and goats: welfare issues identified
If not effectively stunned, small ruminants such as sheep and goats can experience severe pain and fear during killing. Improvements can be made to this procedure to reduce pain and fear, according to...
News
EFSA updates Independence Policy
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has updated its Independence Policy, further strengthening the measures it has in place to manage the interests of the scientific experts and professionals...
Factsheet
EFSA's Independence Policy
In June 2024, EFSA’s Management Board approved a new Independence Policy, further strengthening the way in which the Authority manages the interests of its scientific experts and all professionals...
News
Prepare for the unexpected - EFSA marks World Food Safety Day 2024
This year’s World Food Safety Day focuses on food incidents and on the crucial need for preparedness for unexpected events. EFSA is marking the day by releasing new material also in the framework of...
Podcast
Episode 19 - Prepared for the unexpected
Food safety incidents can always happen. Join us to learn about the teams in place that respond to food safety incidents and how we stay prepared for the unexpected.