What is the impact of climate change on food safety in Scotland, and how do we mitigate such risks?
Background
Question Group: Working with nature to improve plant, animal and soil health, enhancing agricultural practices, and promoting resilient food systems. It also encompasses innovation in disease control, climate adaptation for crops and stock, strengthening food safety and sustainable farming to reduce environmental pollution and boost productivity.
Sub-questions: -What are the potential effects of predicted climate change on food safety risk and the potential for new and emerging strains in Scotland?
-What new pathogens/strains should we expect with a changing climate?
-How will changes in agricultural practices, food system reform, and new sustainability policies pose risks to Scotland’s food chain?
-How should we target interventions to protect consumers and trade both domestic and imported?
-What methods can we use to strengthen our horizon scanning capabilities to identify emerging foodborne risks in response to climate change?
- How can we target interventions to protect consumers and businesses from climate-related food safety risks?
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This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:
Environment natural resources agriculture research strategy 2027 2032
Research fields
Related UKRI funded projects
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Impacts of climate change on the risks of biological and chemical environmental contaminants from agriculture to human health
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Why might this be relevant?
Partially relevant as it focuses on the impacts of climate change on pathogens and contaminants, but not specifically on food safety in Scotland.
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FoodSafeR - A joined-up approach to the identification, assessment and management of emerging food safety hazards and associated risks
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Funded by: Horizon Europe Guarantee
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Why might this be relevant?
Fully relevant as it addresses emerging food safety hazards and risks in Europe, including biological and chemical hazards.
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CoCentre for Sustainable Food Systems
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Funded by: ISPF
Lead research organisation: University of Sheffield
Why might this be relevant?
Partially relevant as it focuses on sustainable food systems and food security, but not specifically on food safety risks related to climate change in Scotland.