FOOD SAFETY IN THE AGRI-FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN

The PhD thesis provides a comprehensive analysis of food safety in different agri-food chains, focusing specifically on food of animal origin such as milk, dairy products, meat, fish and honey. The primary objective is to ensure consumer health by assessing the quality and safety of these products. A significant part of the thesis is dedicated to the analytical methods used in these studies, in particular the QuEChERS extraction technique, which is highlighted for its efficiency and suitability for multi-residue analysis across a variety of food matrices. Chemometric tools are used to improve food traceability and authenticity by linking experimental variables to food origin. The thesis emphasises the integration of technology, sustainability and innovation in food safety and agri-food supply chains.