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Safefood undertakes a wide ranging programme of research and knowledge gathering in order to address gaps in scientific knowledge related to food safety, food hygiene, nutrition and healthy eating. This research is used to build the evidence base for developing communications that are supported by science that is clear, authoritative, relevant and independent.

Use of Antimicrobials in Animal Health on the Island of Ireland

This research project investigated antimicrobial use practices among farmers and veterinarians in meat and dairy production sectors across Ireland.

Publication date: 29 September 2022

The Socioeconomic Cost of Food Hypersensitivity on the Island of Ireland

What is the burden of having a food hypersensitivity on individuals and their families? What are the financial costs of coeliac disease? How does a food allergy impact on quality of life?

Publication date: 8 July 2022

Exploring the World of Food

The perspective of families with children. Many factors influence decisions about meals and snacks that are eaten at home.

Publication date: 5 April 2022

Nutritional Standards in Health and Social Care

Improving the provision of affordable, healthy and sustainable food for consumers in health and social care settings.

Publication date: 2 March 2022

The Impact of the SARS-Cov-2 Pandemic on the Food Chain on the Island of Ireland

This study underscores the importance of proactive measures and adaptive strategies to strengthen the resilience of the food supply chains in the face of ongoing and future global disruptions.

Publication date: 29 November 2021



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