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February 9/2026
Take part in a survey on the use of plant proteins and cheese substitutes
Support research and tell us about your use of plant-based proteins and plant-based cheese-like products, known in Finland as “ vuustot ”! The survey is part of a research project by the Finnish Food…
Take part in a survey on the use of plant proteins and cheese substitutesDecember 17/2025
Regional State Administrative Agencies’ tasks related to animals and food will be transferred to the Finnish Food Authority
As from 1 January 2026, the environmental healthcare tasks in the administrative branch of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry will be transferred from the Regional State Administrative Agencies…
Regional State Administrative Agencies’ tasks related to animals and food will be transferred to the Finnish Food AuthorityNovember 10/2025
Eurobarometer: concern about microplastics in food has increased in Finland
According to a survey gauging the opinions of EU citizens, concern about microplastics in food has increased in Finland. The 2025 Eurobarometer shows that 51% of Finnish respondents consider…
Eurobarometer: concern about microplastics in food has increased in FinlandSeptember 25/2025
European awareness of food safety has increased
Awareness among EU citizens about the functioning of the EU's food safety system has grown, and more people are familiar with various food safety-related topics. This is revealed in the latest…
European awareness of food safety has increasedSeptember 23/2025
A more plant-based diet improves dietary quality but also brings challenges
Environmentally responsible food choices can improve nutrition but may also increase exposure to harmful substances. This is the finding of a study examining how a shift in the Finnish diet toward…
A more plant-based diet improves dietary quality but also brings challenges