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June was a busy month of industry engagement for the Allergen Bureau team — with Directors representing the Bureau at key food safety forums and events across Australia and New Zealand. Here’s a snapshot of recent highlights: Championing Allergen Management…

New Zealand Food Safety has released a new report showcasing how the country’s food safety system effectively manages emerging risks and maintains high standards. The report emphasizes the importance of collaboration among regulators, industry, and consumers in ensuring food safety…

An international expert consultation on Qualitative Risk Assessment of Food Allergens took place this week (16–20 June 2025) at FAO Headquarters in Rome. Led by FAO and WHO, the meeting brought together global experts to develop science-based guidance to help…

Despite many guidelines and interventions having been proposed, accidental exposure to food allergens in when eating out remains a significant risk for food allergic consumers and the businesses serving them. A recent review has highlighted the three major allergen hazards in food service and proposes three solutions to address them.  According to the review, hidden allergens, cross-contamination, and…

A new study has provided the most comprehensive data to date on walnut allergy thresholds, addressing a critical gap in global food allergen risk assessment.   Researchers analysed published results of 415 oral food challenges (OFCs) in walnut-allergic children between 2014 and 2023. The estimated…

A study presented at the recent 2025 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) annual meeting has revealed a rise in emergency room (ER) visits linked to food-related allergic reactions in young children, particularly infants.   The increase coincides with updated guidelines encouraging the…