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How climate change make food less safe......

 


The talk highlighted that achieving food security will not be possible without paying due attention to food safety. Climate change impacts, such as elevated temperatures, changes in water availability, deteriorating soil quality, extreme weather events, rising sea levels and ocean acidification all have serious implications for both biological and chemical contaminants in food and water by altering their occurrence and virulence.


The increased globalization of food supply chains can also amplify foodborne hazards along the way, enhancing the chances that unsafe food produced in one side of the world can affect consumers on the other side. Moreover, foodborne illnesses are usually under-reported which makes it difficult to estimate the true foodborne disease burden and conduct timely detection of outbreaks.


It is essential that continued commitment to food safety is maintained from a One Health perspective, especially in the face of climate change. More efforts are needed to adequately prepare food supply chains and regulatory systems for the various food safety challenges associated with climate change. The talk emphasized that along with traditional surveillance systems, foresight and forward-looking approaches will help identify and address emerging food safety issues like those triggered by climate change – a shift from a reactive to a proactive mindset.


In conclusion, the talk highlighted the need for increased attention to food safety in the face of climate change, emphasizing that food security cannot be achieved without addressing the issue. It is crucial to take proactive measures to prepare for emerging food safety issues and ensure that food supply chains and regulatory systems are adequately equipped to deal with the challenges presented by climate change. 

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