European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is the keystone of European Union (EU) risk assessment regarding food and feed safety. In close collaboration with national authorities and in open consultation with its stakeholders, EFSA provides independent scientific advice and clear communication on existing and emerging risks.
News
EU Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy John Dalli visits EFSA
European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy John Dalli will visit EFSA on Friday 12 March.
Lithuania honours EFSA Executive Director, acknowledges EFSA's contribution to strengthening food safety
The Lithuanian State Food and Veterinary Service has awarded the "I laipsnio garbės ženklo" (Badge of Honour, First Degree) to EFSA's Executive Director, Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle. It was accepted by EFSA's Director of Risk Assessment Riitta Maijala.
EFSA launches public consultation on guidance for environmental risk assessment of GM plants
EFSA has launched a public consultation on the revised guidance of its GMO Panel for the environmental risk assessment of GM plants. The public consultation will last until 30 April.
Scientific documents
Published: 11 March 2010 Adopted: 25 February 2010
Published: 11 March 2010
Published: 10 March 2010 Adopted: 8 March 2010