European Food Safety Authority
European Food Safety Authority
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is the agency of the European Union (EU) that provides independent scientific advice and communicates on existing and emerging risks associated with the food chain. EFSA was established in February 2002, is based in Parma, Italy, and has a budget for 2016 of €79.5 million.
Pronunciation
European Food Safety Authority: /ˈjʊərəpiən fuːd ˈseɪfti ɔːˈθɒrɪti/
Etymology
The term "European Food Safety Authority" is derived from its role and jurisdiction. "European" refers to its governing body, the European Union. "Food Safety" indicates its primary focus on ensuring the safety and quality of food products within the EU. "Authority" signifies its regulatory power and responsibility in this area.
Related Terms
- Food safety: The conditions and practices that preserve the quality of food to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses.
- European Union: A political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe.
- Parma: A city in the northern Italian region of Emilia-Romagna famous for its architecture, music, art, prosciutto (ham), cheese and surrounding countryside.
- Food chain: The series of processes by which food is grown or produced, sold, and eventually consumed.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on European Food Safety Authority
- Wikipedia's article - European Food Safety Authority
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