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Glyphosate: no critical areas of concern; data gaps identified
These are the main findings of EFSA’s peer review of the risk assessment of glyphosate, carried out by authorities in four Member States.
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ONE Conference 2022: one year on
EFSA and other EU agencies working in the field of health and the environment have agreed on a far-reaching framework for prioritising the One Health approach in their work.
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EFSA opens consultation on health risks associated with polybrominated diphenyl ethers in food
Foods contaminated with polybrominated diphenyl ethers pose a health risk to all age groups. This is the draft conclusion of EFSA’s scientific opinion launched for public consultation today.
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European Commission launches call for EFSA’s next Executive Director
The Executive Director is the legal representative and public face of EFSA and is accountable to the EFSA Management Board. She/he leads and manages the agency and has the overall responsibility for...
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African swine fever decreases in pigs and wild boar in the EU during 2022
The number of outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) in pigs and cases reported in wild boar in the European Union (EU) fell considerably in 2022 compared to the previous year, according to a new...
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EFSA: Better housing needed for dairy cows, ducks, geese, and quail to improve welfare
Dairy cows, ducks, geese and quail need more space and improved housing according to animal welfare recommendations published in two new scientific opinions by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA...