The Norwegian Food Safety Authority is a state agency in Norway that is responsible for supervision and regulation in areas such as plants, fish, animals and foodstuffs. The agency works to ensure that food and animal husbandry are in accordance with current laws and regulations. The Norwegian Food Safety Authority also offers advice on animal health and animal husbandry, as well as guidance for traveling with pets.
In addition to supervision and advice, the Norwegian Food Safety Authority monitors algal toxins in mussels to protect public health. They provide information on food production and labelling, as well as regulations for organic farming. The Norwegian Food Safety Authority also has initiatives to deal with contamination from food and drink, and offers a starter package for new food businesses. The agency emphasizes accessibility and transparency, and publishes accessibility statements and open data.