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23 Oct 2023
Europeans think the welfare of animals in farming should be better protected
European citizens think that animal welfare should be enhanced in farming, as shown by the results of an Eurobarometer survey. A large majority of the respondents (84%) believe tha...
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20 Oct 2023
France aims to increase the tax on sugary drinks and introduce a tax on added sugars in processed foods
France is pushing on the fight against sugar with two new amendments to the Social Security financing bill, increasing the so-called “soda tax” and introducing a new ta...
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19 Oct 2023
Herbicide exposure has negative effects on brain function in adolescents, study reports
A new study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives highlights a concerning link between herbicides like glyphosate and impaired brain function in adolescents. L...
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16 Oct 2023
Global warming is impacting key crops, scientists say
Coffee, cocoa, beer are suffering the consequences of global warming. Scientists have issued dire warnings about the impact of human-induced global warming on key crops. Erratic ra...
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13 Oct 2023
No majority for glyphosate. SAFE confirms its opposition to the renewal
The re-approval of the controversial herbicide glyphosate in the EU did not secure a majority decision in its first vote in the European Parliament today (October 13), highlighting...
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10 Oct 2023
The EU sets revised guidelines for nitrates and nitrites
In pursuit of utmost food safety within the European Union and as a proactive measure under Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan, the European Commission has established revised guid...
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06 Oct 2023
Hypoglycaemia doubles as a result of food insecurity, research shows
Food insecurity is a major issue for everyone, but for diabetics, there is added risk that it could lead to hypoglycaemia. According to new research, hypoglycaemia is twice as common among those who find it difficult to afford food as those who don't.
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26 Sep 2023
ECHA received 5,600 comments on PFAS restriction proposal
Over 4,400 organisations, companies, and individuals have contributed their comments and information regarding the proposal to limit per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) with...
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21 Sep 2023
The European Commission proposes re-approval of glyphosate for 10 years
The European Commission has put forth a proposal to grant a 10-year extension for glyphosate. The contentious chemical substance stands as the most widely utilised pesticide across...
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19 Sep 2023
Bisphenol A present in the bodies of nearly all Europeans
The European Environment Agency reported that Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical known for its potential to disrupt hormones and commonly used in food packaging, has been found in the b...
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14 Sep 2023
EFSA has re-evaluated the risk of exposure to mineral oil hydrocarbons through food
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) announced that it has re-evaluated the risk assessment of mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOH), substances derived primarily from crude oil, but...
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06 Sep 2023
Civil society organisations urge von der Leyen to publish the SFS Framework Law
NGOs and academics are urging European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to prioritise the proposal for an EU legislative framework for sustainable food systems. This legi...
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