European Food Safety Authority

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We are the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), ensuring safety across the entire food chain 🌾🍽️. Protecting human, animal, and environmental health with independent, transparent science 🧪. Legal Notice: http://europa.eu/!jf97NW

Promotional graphic for an EFSA public consultation on the update of the scientific opinion on risks related to Alternaria toxins in feed and food. Image shows apples with signs of spoilage. Consultation deadline: 30 August 2026.
Promotional graphic for a workshop on implementing the EC Roadmap to phase out animal testing in pesticides and biocides. Yellow and blue design with a laboratory image showing a mouse in a research setting. Registration deadline: 17 September 2026. EFSA and ECHA logos displayed.
graphic for the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on a teal background. White text at the top left reads “#OpenEFSA.” The main heading says “Panel on Food Enzymes (FEZ).” Below, white text reads “Open to observers” and “7 October 2026.” A white box at the bottom left states: “Register onsite by 23 Sep 2026” and “Register online by 29 Sep 2026.” On the right, a large circular graphic contains an illustration of a protein structure, overlaid by a teal circle with the text “23RD PLENARY MEETING.” The EFSA logo appears in the bottom-right corner.
Graphic about multiple pesticide residues in food. A variety of fruits and vegetables, including carrots, tomatoes, berries, bananas, broccoli and romanesco cauliflower, are arranged on a table. Text reads: “Let’s talk about... Multiple pesticide residues in food”.
Close-up image of a white chicken being examined with a stethoscope. A hand holds the stethoscope against the chicken's body. The image includes the text “Let’s talk about…” at the top and “ANTIBIOTICS, STEROIDS AND HORMONES IN MEAT” at the bottom. The design introduces a discussion about substances used in animal production and their presence in meat.
Save the Date: EFSA Scientific Colloquium on "Microbiome Data and Methods Integration in Food and Feed Risk Assessment," 23–24 November 2026. Graphic includes the event title, date, a microscopic image of bacteria, and the EFSA logo.
A blurred assortment of fresh foods, including tomatoes, broccoli, leafy greens, onions, pears and other fruits and vegetables, displayed on a table. Transparent data visualisations—such as line graphs, bar charts, pie charts and percentage indicators—are overlaid across the image, illustrating the analysis and monitoring of food-related data. The background is predominantly blue-green, creating a modern, technology-focused visual.
Promotional graphic for EFSA’s Applicant Learning Series. On the left, a circular image shows blue liquid droplets on a honeycomb-like scientific structure, surrounded by a yellow and dark blue ring. On the right, large text reads: “EFSA Applicant Learning Series”. Additional text states: “Explore six brand-new online training courses for applicants, now live on EU Academy!” EFSA logo displayed in the bottom-right corner.
Promotional graphic for an EFSA job vacancy. The left side has a teal background with the text: “Join us as our Head of Risk Assessment Department” and “Plants | Animals | Biological Hazards | Pesticides.” A banner reads “Apply by 24 Aug 2026.” The right side shows a large agricultural field with rows of green crops stretching into the distance and a tractor working in the field. The EFSA logo and hashtag #EFSACareers appear at the bottom.
Promotional graphic for an EFSA public consultation. On the left, a close-up image shows a healthcare examination using a stethoscope on a pregnant abdomen. On the right, a green panel contains the text: “PUBLIC CONSULTATION – Draft scientific report on specific developmental toxicity effects relevant for performing a dietary cumulative risk assessment of pesticide residues.” A deadline box displays “19.08.2026.” The EFSA logo appears in the bottom-right corner.
World Zoonoses Day graphic from EFSA. Over a dark, magnified image of bacteria, a quote from Carlos das Neves, EFSA Chief Scientist, reads: "Zoonoses don't respect borders or sectors — so neither can our response. With One Health we bridge silos to protect public health and food safety." A small headshot of him and the EFSA logo appear at the bottom.
Promotional graphic for EFSA's Panel on Food Additives and Flavourings (FAF). On the left, several brightly coloured cupcakes with purple, blue, green, orange and yellow frosting are shown. On the right, white text on a teal background reads: “Latest News – Panel on Food Additives and Flavourings.” Additional text states “30 June – 2 July 2026” and “#OpenEFSA.” The EFSA logo appears at the bottom right.
Person spraying plants in a field beside text announcing a public consultation on assessing chronic toxicity from exposure to plant protection product mixtures, with a deadline of 23 August 2026.
Industrial cooling towers and smokestacks releasing large plumes of steam or emissions into a blue sky.
Entrance to the 5th European Conference on Xylella fastidiosa in Mola di Bari, featuring a large event sign with dates (23–25 June 2026) and EFSA branding, set within a stone archway courtyard.
Graphic promoting a public consultation on the safety assessment of botanicals and botanical preparations. The left side shows a close-up of large green leaves with the text “Have your say!”. The right side has a green background with the text “Public consultation”, “Mandate on the safety assessment of botanicals and botanical preparations” and the deadline “03.08.2026”. EFSA logo in the bottom right corner.
Graphic titled "Quote of the Day" featuring a portrait of a person on the right and a quotation in large white text on a yellow circle over a teal background. The quote reads: “Animal testing was a central topic. We discussed the proposal to phase out dog testing in pesticide approvals and the European Commission’s broader roadmap to reduce animal testing.” The quote is attributed to Tamara Coja, Chair of the PPR Panel. EFSA logo in the top right corner.
Group picture - 19th meeting of the Communication Experts Network (CEN)
Clip from podcast episode 41 - Microplastics in food: What we (don’t) know
Two frogs at water level on the left; on the right, a green panel with the text: “Public Consultation – draft statement on the general framework for assessing indirect effects of Plant Protection Products on biodiversity via trophic interactions under agro-environmental conditions.” Deadline: 22.07.2026.
Animation - Data on pesticide residues in food
Group picture - 100th Advisory Forum meeting
Celebratory video - 100th Advisory Forum meeting
Illustration promoting a public consultation on a draft protocol for the risk-benefit assessment of fish. The image shows a school of fish underwater in turquoise-blue water with sunlight shining through the surface. On the right, green background text reads: “PUBLIC CONSULTATION on draft protocol for the risk-benefit assessment of fish”. A box highlights the deadline: “03.08.2026”. Additional text at the bottom left says: “HAVE YOUR SAY!”. EFSA logo appears in the lower-right corner.
Animated video created for World Food Safety Day. The video highlights how foodborne diseases affect not only case numbers but also long-term health, quality of life, and society.
Graphic for the 67th Plenary Meeting of the Panel on Food Additives and Flavourings (FAF), open to observers on 1–2 July 2026. Registration deadlines: 16 June (on site) and 23 June (online). The design features a green background with a circular image of colourful macarons and EFSA logo.
Graphic promoting EFSA’s #OpenEFSA initiative: “Panel on Food Contact Materials (FCM), 14th Plenary Meeting.” The meeting is open to observers and will take place from 30 June to 1 July 2026. Registration deadlines: 16 June (onsite) and 23 June (online). Teal background with abstract metallic pattern and EFSA logo.
Graphic showing a map of Europe with color-coded regions highlighting the distribution of disease vectors affecting animal and human health. Text reads: “54 maps showing the distribution of vectors affecting animal and human health,” including mosquitoes, ticks and biting midges. The maps support evidence-based actions in the EU. EFSA and ECDC logos are displayed.
Animation: 5th European Conference on Xylella fastidiosa | Programme now available
Group picture - 61st EFSA Focal Point Meeting
Group picture - IPA Beneficiaries’ EXPO (26–27 May 2026)
Group picture - National Awareness Event in Montenegro
Two black-and-white dairy cows stand in a barn feeding on a pile of grain inside metal stalls. On the right, a green panel displays the text “Public Consultation” followed by: “Draft guidance document on the information needed to support the evaluation of the applications for feed intended for particular nutritional purposes as provided for in Regulation (EC) No 767/2009.” A box highlights the deadline “13/07/2026.” In the bottom left corner, the text reads “Have your say!” alongside an EFSA logo.
Graphic for EFSA’s 137th Plenary Meeting of the Panel on Plant Protection Products and their Residues (PPR). A turquoise background with text announcing the meeting is open to observers on 17–18 June 2026, with a registration deadline of 7 June 2026. On the right, a circular photo shows agricultural spraying equipment in a field at sunset. EFSA logo appears at the bottom.
Graphic with a teal background promoting EFSA’s 161st plenary meeting of the Panel on Contaminants in the Food Chain (CONTAM). Text reads “#OpenEFSA”, “Panel on Contaminants in the Food Chain (CONTAM)”, “Open to observers”, and “16–18 June 2026”. Registration deadlines: 2 June (onsite) and 9 June (online). A circular shape contains “161st plenary meeting”, with an abstract grey wave pattern. EFSA logo in the bottom right.
Visual with a bowl of fresh fruit (raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, blueberries, mango) on the left, and the EFSA logo with the European Union flag and the text ‘European Food Safety Authority’ on a dark blue background on the right.”
Picture from Parma Pride 2026
Graphic promoting the “One Health, One Voice: EU agencies on Instagram” campaign, nominated for the European Ombudsman Award in the ‘Excellence in Open Administration’ category. A large “Vote #21” call appears next to a megaphone illustration and a smartphone showing the One Health EU Instagram profile. Logos of EU agencies line the bottom.
Group picture at the plant health event in Cyprus, standing indoors near a display and campaign banner. One person is holding "Pesty", green mascot representing plant health.
Martin Selmayr, Head of the EU Delegation in Rome, signing the golden book.
Researchers discussing their work; microscope and equipment visible. Overlaid text reads ‘Free science. Protect what matters.’ EU flag displayed.
Graphic with EFSA Journal logo and “Open Access” label, featuring large text “10,000 publications” on a dark blue background, marking a publishing milestone.
Colorful summer slushies on blue background
Graphic promoting an EFSA info session titled “EFSA’s new Guidance: Building a fit-for-purpose feed additive dossier – from microorganism to submission.” Date: 24 June 2026. EFSA logo and #OpenEFSA displayed on a green and blue background.
Illustration of a tuna swimming in the ocean, with “World Tuna Day” text and the message “Same tuna… different story”.
EU Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Olivér Várhelyi shakes hands with EFSA Executive Director Nikolaus Kriz.
Group picture
Live picture from the FOODCOOLTOUR 2026 conference