What's Happening?
Global Agriculture has announced a planning webinar for World Food Safety Day 2026, scheduled for April 7. The event will feature experts from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the Codex Secretariat.
The theme for this year is 'From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere,' focusing on the global burden of foodborne diseases. The webinar will discuss the upcoming release of the second edition of the FERG report, which provides updated estimates on foodborne illnesses and their impact.
Why It's Important?
Food safety is a critical issue affecting public health and global food systems. The webinar aims to raise awareness and promote solutions to combat foodborne diseases, which have significant health and economic implications. The release of the new FERG report will provide valuable data for policymakers, health organizations, and the food industry to develop strategies for improving food safety. This initiative highlights the importance of international collaboration in addressing food safety challenges and ensuring access to safe food worldwide.
