We work with the farming industry and primary producers to make sure that food is safe and authentic from the beginning of the food chain.
The right advice for your industry
Whatever your type of food business, our official food and feed safety guidance will help you comply with food laws
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There are a host of free resources which can help your food business with food safety compliance and food hygiene regulation.
Fish and shellfish
Information on fishery products, hygiene and fish labelling. This page also includes our smoked fish tool, which is a useful resource to help guide you produce smoked fish safely.
Animal feed
Animal feed law applies to a wide range of feed businesses. Learn more about animal feed legislation and how it affects your business.
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Meat
Find out how we help the meat industry to make sure the food you produce is safe and authentic across every part of the food chain.
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Retail
We’re here to help retail and wholesale businesses keep food safe, properly stored and safe to sell.
Retail and wholesaleChildcare and third sector
Food safety compliance is an important consideration when providing meals or drinks for children in your care. Follow our official advice if you provide food and drink for babies and children in a childcare setting.
Hospitality and catering
We’re here to help businesses follow food safety law and make healthy food more available to more people across Scotland. We can also help you manage food allergies and promote healthier eating options.
Drinks
We provide advice to drink related businesses in Scotland, whether that’s in production, wholesaling or vineyards.
Novel food
Information for businesses on how to make sure the food products you sell meet novel food legislation.
Food contact materials
Food Contact Materials (FCMs) include any material or article that comes into contact with food. This covers everything from packaging and containers to utensils and food processing equipment.
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Shock figures reveal one in three eating undercooked burgers – putting themselves at risk of food poisoning
New research has revealed that consumers in Scotland are taking risks with food safety at home – with nearly one in three (31%) admitting they eat beef burgers that are pink or have pink juices at least occasionally.
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New Chief Executive appointed to lead Food Standards Scotland
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has announced the appointment of Catherine Topley as its new Chief Executive.
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Buttermilk Confections is recalling Honeycomb Blast Choc Bar because of undeclared milk
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Food Standards Scotland updates guidance on those most at risk from foodborne illness
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has published an update to help clarify who is more likely to become ill and experience more severe symptoms from food poisoning.