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Jun 29, 2026

Youth Engagement Working Group – Call for members

The Allergen Bureau is launching a new Youth Engagement & Social Media Working Group and is seeking two enthusiastic volunteers from member companies globally. A professional development opportunity for emerging food industry talent — with complimentary FAMS 2027 registration for successful applicants.

Allergen Bureau News

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Jun 29, 2026

AIFST Conference 27-28 July

The 2026 AIFST Convention (AIFST26) will bring together Australia’s agrifood science and technology community for two days of cutting‑edge insights, industry connection, and professional growth. The Allergen Bureau is once again proud to host a deep dive into allergen management…

VITAL

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Jun 29, 2026

VITAL® Online Update – Monday, 20 July 2026

On Monday, 20 July 2026, several updates will be released to VITAL® Online. These updates may require you to review your products, as in rare cases they could impact the outcome of your cross-contact allergen assessments (for example, where a…

Allergy Research

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Jun 29, 2026

Environmental exposure to food allergens may increase infant allergy risk

New research finds that food allergens including egg, milk, wheat and peanut are already present in household dust before infants begin solid foods — supporting the dual allergen exposure hypothesis and raising important questions about how home environments influence allergy development.

Consumer Information

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Jun 29, 2026

International food allergen labelling – Guidance for travellers

For people managing food allergies, international travel presents significant challenges due to wide variation in how allergens are identified and communicated globally. New guidance from Global Food Rescue helps navigate these differences country by country.

Allergy Research

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Jun 29, 2026

Critical knowledge gaps for shellfish allergies

As global shellfish consumption grows, a new scientific review highlights critical knowledge gaps in shellfish allergen characterisation, diagnostic capability and regulatory frameworks — with urgent implications for consumer protection and allergen management.

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Youth Engagement Working Group – Call for members

AIFST Conference 27-28 July

VITAL® Online Update – Monday, 20 July 2026

Environmental exposure to food allergens may increase infant allergy risk

International food allergen labelling – Guidance for travellers

Critical knowledge gaps for shellfish allergies

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