Agricultural Industries Confederation

AIC is the leading voice for the agricultural supply industry. We work to provide support and advice for member companies and lobby on their behalf, both at a UK and EU level, with the aim of influencing and informing policy makers.

http://www.agindustries.org.uk/

Anaphylaxis Campaign

Thousands of people in the UK have life-threatening allergies. The condition is known as anaphylaxis. The Anaphylaxis Campaign was set up to help them. This site explains what anaphylaxis is and the precautions that can be taken to avoid or minimise risk. The campaign's newsletter is published on this site and contains the latest news and developments on the subject.

www.anaphylaxis.org.uk

British Retail Consortium (BRC)

The British Retail Consortium is the lead trade association representing the whole range of retailers, from the large multiples and department stores through to independents. The site provides information on policies and issues, latest news and press releases, facts and figures on shopping in the UK , a relevant links directory and a contacts page.

www.brc.org.uk

Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association (CCFRA)

An independently funded research organisation for the food industry. Research is carried out on behalf of its membership - food companies, packaging companies, ingredient manufacturers and other food-related organisations. The site provides an overview of the activities of CCFRA along with summaries of their research. There is also a section on legislation affecting the food industry.

www.campden.co.uk/

Codex Alimentarius Commission

The Codex Alimentarius Commission was created in 1963 by FAO and WHO to develop food standards, guidelines and related texts such as codes of practice under the Joint FAO/WHO Food Standards Programme. The main purposes of this Programme are protecting health of the consumers and ensuring fair trade practices in the food trade, and promoting coordination of all food standards work undertaken by international governmental and non-governmental organizations.

www.codexalimentarius.net/

COGECA

General Confederation of Agricultural Co-operatives in the European Union

http://www.copa-cogeca.be/en/cogeca.asp

Confederation of the Food and Drink Industries
of the EU (CIAA)

The CIAA represents European food and drink in the European Union on issues common to the whole food and drink industry.

www.ciaa.be

COPA
Committee of Professional Agricultural Organisations in the European Union

http://www.copa-cogeca.be/en/copa.asp

Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

Defra (the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) was created in June 2001 to drive forward the Government's programmes on the environment, food and rural affairs.

www.defra.gov.uk

Department of Health (DoH)

The Department of Health is responsible for setting health and social care policy in England . The Department's work sets standards and drives modernisation across all areas of the NHS, social care and public health. As well as policy documents, the site contains statistics, surveys and research and development information.

www.doh.gov.uk

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

This site offers a range of information on the following areas: consumer affairs, energy, IT, business regulations, science and technology, trade and investment. The site also provides material aimed at supporting business, whether start-ups or established companies.

www.dti.gov.uk

European Biodiesel Board

The European Biodiesel Board also known as EBB, is a non-profit
organisation established in January 1997. EBB aims to promote the
use of biodiesel in the European Union, at the same time, grouping
the major EU biodiesel producers.

http://www.ebb-eu.org/

Environment Agency

A public organisation aimed at protecting the environment in England and Wales . The agency regulates industry, maintains flood defences and water resources, and improves wildlife habitats. The site contains information on enforcement and prosecution, agency charging schemes as well as business issues such as waste minimisation, sustainability and how to reduce flood risk. There is a news section and a listings of their publications.

www.environment-agency.gov.uk

Europa - the site of the European Union (EU)

The site publishes large amounts of information about EU business such as legislation (including legislation in progress), EU grants and loans, statistics and publications. The site explains the role of the EU and its strategic objectives and provides links to EU institutions

www.europa.eu.int/index-en.htm

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

EFSA provides independent scientific advice on all matters with a direct or indirect impact on food safety. The site holds information on the organisation structure, publications, press information and procurement.

www.efsa.eu.int/

Fediol

Fediol is the Federation that represents the vegetable oils and fats industry in the European Union.

www.fediol.be

Federation of Oils Seeds and Fats Association (FOSFA)

The Federation of Oils, Seeds and Fats Associations (FOSFA) was founded in 1971 on the amalgamation of four predecessor associations, the oldest of which dates back to 1863. Today the Federation represents over 700 members in 67 countries. FOSFA is a professional international contract issuing and arbitral body concerned exclusively with the world trade in oilseeds, oils, fats and edible groundnuts.

www.fosfa.org

FEFAC

The European Feed Manufacturers' Federation (FEFAC) was founded in 1959 by five national compound feed associations from France , Belgium , Germany , Italy and the Netherlands

http://www.fefac.org/http://www.fefac.org/

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The FDA is the US Government department responsible for food and nutrition. The site covers a wide range of topics: food, biologics, human drugs, animal drugs, toxicology research, freedom of information, medical products and cosmetics. Information is aimed at consumers, health professionals, patients and industry.

www.fda.gov

Food Standards Agency (FSA)

Covers the agency's latest news along with information about research, industry regulation and the scientific advisory committees. Information about Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish FSAs can also be found here.

www.foodstandards.gov.uk

Grain and Feed Trade Association

The Grain and Feed Trade Association (GAFTA), comprising international grain and feed traders has been in existence for 128 years and currently has members in over 80 countries. Its aim is to promote and protect the interests of its Members in the trade of grain, animal feed, pulses and rice worldwide

http://www.gafta.com/

International Association of Seed Crushers (IASC)

IASC is the umbrella body representing the worlds seed crushing and vegetable oil processing industry

www.iasc-oils.org

Leatherhead Food International

Leatherhead Food International is a global and independent provider of food information, market intelligence and technical and food research services. Its members are companies and organisations within or connected to the food and agriculture industry worldwide. To access most information on the website you have to be a member.

www.leatherheadfood.com/lfi/index.htm

National Edible Oil Distributers Association

The National Edible Oil Distributors' Association (NEODA) was established in 1947 to represent the interests of edible oil and fat refiners, packers and distributors and to promote the highest standards of food safety, quality and service for the benefit of its members, their customers, and the general consumer. NEODA members account for over 80%of the UK distributor market.

www.neoda.org.uk

National Farmers Union

The National Farmers' Union represents the farmers and growers
of England and Wales . Its central objective is to promote successful
and socially responsible agriculture and horticulture, while ensuring
the long term viability of rural communities.

http://www.nfu.org.uk

The Snack, Nut and Crisp Manufacturers Association

The Snack, Nut and Crisp Manufacturers Association (SNACMA) is the trade association for the savoury snack food industry in the UK .

http://www.esa.org.uk/aboutsnacma.php

Round Table on Sustainable Palm oil ( RSPO)

http://www.sustainable-palmoil.org/

World Health Organisation (WHO)

The World Health Organization is the United Nations specialized agency for health. It was established on 7 April 1948. WHO's objective, as set out in its Constitution, is the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health. Health is defined in WHO's Constitution as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. The site provides information on recent and upcoming events, emergency and disaster support, information resources including publications, multimedia resources and catalogues and a section on topical news.

www.who.int/home-page