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Croatia Promotes Voluntary Food Labels to Support Domestic Agriculture and Guide Consumers
Croatia Promotes Voluntary Food Labels to Support Domestic Agriculture and Guide Consumers
Croatia’s Agriculture and Food Agency (HAPIH) oversees a voluntary labeling system for agricultural and food products aimed at strengthening domestic production.
World-First Seaweed Feed Standard Drives Australia Toward Net Zero
World-First Seaweed Feed Standard Drives Australia Toward Net Zero
Australia has released a world-first standard for seaweed-based livestock feed, aiming to reduce methane emissions and support Net Zero goals.
UK Using New Guidance To Ensure Food Authenticity and Fight Food Fraud
UK Using New Guidance To Ensure Food Authenticity and Fight Food Fraud
A new standard has been published by BSI to help improve trust in food products and reduce the risk of misleading claims in the food and feed supply chain.
Brčko Hosts Roundtable on Organic Farming and Certification
Brčko Hosts Roundtable on Organic Farming and Certification
A roundtable on organic farming and certification was held in Brčko as part of the Green&Healthy BiH project.
France Approves Strict Update to Nutri-Score Food Labels Amid Criticism
France Approves Strict Update to Nutri-Score Food Labels Amid Criticism
Despite criticism over its impact on traditional products, France has approved a stricter version of the Nutri-Score food labelling system to help consumers easily recognize products high in sugar and salt.
India Issues 2025 Amendment to Food Labeling Requirements
India Issues 2025 Amendment to Food Labeling Requirements
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020.
Wine Sustainability Standard Equalitas Now Recognizes Diversity Ark Certification for Biodiversity
Wine Sustainability Standard Equalitas Now Recognizes Diversity Ark Certification for Biodiversity
Equalitas, the sustainability standard in the wine sector, now recognizes Diversity Ark certification for meeting its soil biodiversity requirement.
New Food Standards Code Compilation for Australia and New Zealand Released
New Food Standards Code Compilation for Australia and New Zealand Released
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has released an updated compilation of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code in a single, searchable PDF.
INTI Laboratories Certified by International Olive Council for Olive Oil Quality Testing
INTI Laboratories Certified by International Olive Council for Olive Oil Quality Testing
The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) has been certified by the International Olive Council (IOC) for its competence in physicochemical analysis of olive oil.
Thailand Developing Halal Food Standards, Seeks Public Feedback
Thailand Developing Halal Food Standards, Seeks Public Feedback
On February 24, 2025, Thailand's National Bureau of Agricultural and Food Standards (ACFS)  announced plans to develop halal food standards.
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
The Italian Ministry of Health has launched the National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers (LNR-FIA) to enhance food safety regarding additives, enzymes, and flavorings.
UAE Collaborates with FAO to Introduce Food Control System Assessment Tool
UAE Collaborates with FAO to Introduce Food Control System Assessment Tool
The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) have launched a comprehensive assessment of the country’s food control system to enhance food safety and align with international standards.

Global News

Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.
ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs
ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is conducting a systematic review of ISO 14091 to determine whether it still meets the needs of organizations addressing climate change risks.
Six Changes Reshape ISO 17020 Requirements For Inspection Bodies
Six Changes Reshape ISO 17020 Requirements For Inspection Bodies
The 2026 revision of ISO/IEC 17020 introduces structural and conceptual updates that will affect how inspection bodies operate, particularly in areas such as independence, impartiality, complaints handling, and management systems.
IFS Strengthens Audit Consistency With Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2
IFS Strengthens Audit Consistency With Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2
IFS has released Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2 to support auditors in delivering more consistent, high quality and effective audits across all IFS Standards.
TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services
TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services
TIC Council, the global trade association representing the independent third-party testing, inspection and certification sector,
ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities
ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14092:2026, a new International Standard that sets clear requirements and guidance for climate change adaptation planning by local governments and communities.
ISO 9002 Revision: Second Working Draft Completed
ISO 9002 Revision: Second Working Draft Completed
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has completed the second Working Draft of its ISO 9002 revision, marking further progress in updating the guidance to reflect changes in ISO 9001.
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Nears Release with Major Food Safety Updates
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Nears Release with Major Food Safety Updates
FSSC 22000, a global food safety certification scheme developed by the Foundation FSSC, is moving toward Version 7, a major update that will reshape how food businesses manage safety, align with new global requirements, and prepare for future industry demands.
ISO 45001 Second Committee Draft Version Highlights Safety Culture and Workplace Wellbeing
ISO 45001 Second Committee Draft Version Highlights Safety Culture and Workplace Wellbeing
The revision of ISO 45001 has advanced with the publication of the second version of the first Committee Draft, maintaining the standard at the Committee Draft stage and reflecting feedback from the first international enquiry.
 
ISO 23662 on Vegetarian and Vegan Foods Enters Periodic Review
ISO 23662 on Vegetarian and Vegan Foods Enters Periodic Review
ISO 23662:2021, the international standard that defines criteria for vegetarian and vegan foods, has entered its periodic review phase, giving stakeholders the opportunity to decide whether it should remain unchanged or be revised.
PEFC Circular Materials Task Force Established, Experts and Stakeholders Invited to Apply
PEFC Circular Materials Task Force Established, Experts and Stakeholders Invited to Apply
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has established its PEFC Circular Materials Task Force and is inviting nominations for membership by March 18, 2026.
ASTM Develops WK91420 Guide for Artificial Intelligence in HR
ASTM Develops WK91420 Guide for Artificial Intelligence in HR
ASTM International is developing a new guide, WK91420, to set clearer standards for artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment and hiring, aimed at reducing bias and improving fairness.
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