Latest Outputs
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.
This research project involved an investigation of hand hygiene facilities, policies, and practices in restroom settings on the island of Ireland.
This report reviews whole systems approaches to childhood obesity, emphasising complex, multi-level interventions. It analyses international evidence to inform policy development in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
The nutritional quality of food available in children’s social and activity centres.
The nutritional content of vegetarian, plant based meat substitutes.
Barriers and motivators for meat thermometer use among consumers and recommendations for increasing their adoption to ensure safe cooking practices.