To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and problems of food poisoning events in Ningxia and provide scientific basis for developing prevention and control strategies. Methods The data of food poisoning events in Ningxia from 2011 to 2014 were analyzed using descriptive epidemiologic method. Results There were 50 food poisoning events reported in Ningxia,resulting in 540 cases and 4 death. The main pathogenic factors were microorganisms and poisonous plants. There were 16 poisoning events have unknown reasons (32.00%). The second and third quarters were at the peak during a year when food poisoning events frequently occurred. The rural households and food service units were the main places. But a total of 3 food poisoning events were reported with 94 victims. Microorganism caused the largest percentage of food poisoning events.Conclusion In addition to the traditional control measures, to rationalize the regulatory system, strengthen disposal capacity of investigation and laboratory testing about foodborne disease, while combining the actual of Ningxia increased reporting content and carried out monitoring continuously and systematically in order to prevent food poisoning effectively.