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Call for comment on food made from an insect-protected GM soybean line
Call for comment on food made from an insect-protected GM soybean line Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to permit the sale and use of food derived from a new genetically modified (GM) soybean line. Soybean line COR23134 has been genetically modified to protect the plant from damage caused by certain butterfly and moth caterpillars. If approved, food products derived from this soybean, such as oil, milk, flour, meal and protein isolates, may enter the Australian and New Zealand food supply as imported items. Our safety assessment found no potential public health or safety concerns with food derived from this GM soybean. It is as safe as food from non-GM soybean varieties. Safety assessments are a key part of the approval process for all GM foods. To help people make informed…
Published 4 March 2025
Food handling skills and knowledge
Food handling skills and knowledge Chapter 3 (Australia only) Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code NOTE: The Food Safety Standards do not apply in New Zealand. The provisions of the food standards treaty between Australia and New Zealand do not include food hygiene standards. Under Standard 3.2.2 Food Safety Practices and General Requirements, the owners of food businesses are responsible for making sure that people who handle food or food contact surfaces in their business, and the people who supervise this work, have the skills and knowledge they need to handle food safely. The only exception to this requirement is for charitable or community fundraising events, which sell food that is not potentially hazardous or that will be properly cooked and then eaten straightaway. The…
Published 11 February 2016
Call for comment on food made from a GM potato
Call for comment on food made from a GM potato Published Date: 18/07/2024 Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to permit the sale and use of food made from a new genetically modified (GM) potato. Potato line BG25 has been genetically modified to have disease-resistance to late blight and Potato Virus Y, as well as low-reducing sugars and reduced browning. If approved, food made from this type of GM potato could be imported into Australia and New Zealand in the form of potato starch, potato flour or pre-cooked potato chips. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said safety assessments are a key part of the FSANZ approval process for all GM foods. “Our safety assessment considered the specific genetic modification process, the nutrient content compared to a non-GM food of its type, and any potential allergic or toxic…
Published 18 July 2024
Call for comment on food made from a genetically modified wheat
Call for comment on food made from a genetically modified wheat Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow the sale and use of food made from a genetically modified (GM) wheat. FSANZ interim CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the application seeks approval to permit food derived from wheat line IND-00412-7 which has been genetically modified to provide drought and herbicide tolerance. “If approved, food made from this type of GM wheat could be imported into Australia and New Zealand in products including flour, bread, pasta and biscuits.' Dr Cuthbert said. “Our safety assessment found no potential public health and safety concerns with this variety of GM wheat. It is as safe as non-GM wheat varieties.' A safety assessment forms part of the approval process for all GM applications.…
Published 12 October 2022
Call for comment on food derived from a GM corn line
Call for comment on food derived from a GM corn line Published 19 March 2024 Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for submissions on an application to permit the sale and use of food derived from a genetically modified (GM) corn line. Corn line MON94804 has been genetically modified to reduce the plant’s overall height. This potentially provides higher yields, due to improved access for farming equipment and reduced risk of crop losses from high winds and adverse weather. “If approved, food from this type of GM corn could be imported into Australia and New Zealand via products including starch, grits, meal, flour, oil and sweetener," FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said. “Our safety assessment focused on human food safety and nutritional issues and found food derived from MON94804 is considered to be as safe for human…
Published 19 March 2024
Media statement on 2024 Avian influenza (bird flu) outbreak
Media statement on 2024 Avian influenza (bird flu) outbreak Published 14 June 2024 Avian influenza (bird flu) is not a food safety concern and it is safe to eat properly handled and cooked chicken meat, eggs and egg products. There is no evidence to show the virus can be transmitted to people through properly prepared food. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said Australia’s world-class biosecurity and food regulation systems ensure the safety of the food supply. “Farms affected by bird flu have been quarantined and the movement of animals and products restricted,” Dr Cuthbert said. “Poultry flocks affected by bird flu are being destroyed as part of the emergency response to contain the disease as it is highly contagious in poultry. This approach is to restrict the spread of the disease between birds, not to…
Published 14 June 2024
Food safety in horticulture
Food safety in horticulture On this page Horticulture standards Safe Horticulture Australia guidebook InfoBites factsheets Animations External resources Regulatory agencies Industry websites Horticulture standards The ‘Horticulture Standards’ refers to specific standards under the…
Published 1 October 2025
Home-based food businesses
Home-based food businesses If you're a home-based food business, you need to meet the same food safety requirements as other food businesses - regardless of the size of your business or how often you sell food. Am I a home-based food business? Home-based food businesses use their home (or someone else's) to handle food for sale. This includes preparing food for local markets or school canteens, catering for events, B&Bs, farm-stay or childcare businesses and online food sales from home. What are the requirements? Home-based businesses must comply with relevant parts of the Food Standards Code, including: Standard 3.2.2 - Food Safety Practices and General Requirements…
Published 30 September 2025
Food safety basics
Food safety basics Follow these key steps to reduce the risk of foodborne illness for yourself, your family and friends. Check your food is safe to use Before you prepare any food, make sure it is safe: For people vulnerable to illness, avoid higher risk foods - read Food safety for vulnerable people to find out more. For people with food allergies, check the ingredients and allergen statements on packaging. All food recalls consumers need to know about are listed on our…
Published 8 July 2025
Call for comment on food made from a new GM sugar beet line
Call for comment on food made from a new GM sugar beet line Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to permit the sale and use of food made from a new genetically modified (GM) sugar beet. Sugar beet line KWS20-1 has been genetically modified to provide herbicide tolerance. If approved, food products derived from this sugar beet, including refined sugar or molasses, may enter the Australian and New Zealand food supply. Our safety assessment found no potential public health and safety concerns with food derived from this GM sugar beet. It is as safe as food from non-GM sugar beet varieties. Safety assessments are a key part of the approval process for all GM foods. To help people make informed choices, food made from this sugar beet would need to be labelled as…
Published 16 September 2024