The state's regional government will be reformed at the turn of the year 2025‒2026. Regional State Administrative Agenciestasks related to animals and food will be transferred to the Finnish Food Authority. In connection with the change, the site may have flaws in the first few days of January.

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December 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 Authority

November 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 Finland

September 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 increased

September 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

September 19/2025

Keep bird flu out – protect your poultry!

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Commission are campaigning for strong biosecurity measures on poultry farms. The #NoBirdFlu campaign, launched in September, provides…

Keep bird flu out – protect your poultry!