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IFHAB Meeting in Saudi Arabia Focuses on Halal Standards and Integration
IFHAB Meeting in Saudi Arabia Focuses on Halal Standards and Integration
Saudi Arabia hosted the annual meeting of the General Assembly of the Islamic Forum for Halal Accreditation Bodies (IFHAB) on December 18, 2024, in Makkah.
FDA Overhauls ‘Healthy’ Food Labeling with Stricter Criteria
FDA Overhauls ‘Healthy’ Food Labeling with Stricter Criteria
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a final rule updating the criteria for the “healthy” nutrient content claim on food packaging.
Modica PGI Chocolate Sets Another Benchmark with QR Code Digital Passport
Modica PGI Chocolate Sets Another Benchmark with QR Code Digital Passport
Modica PGI Chocolate has introduced a QR Code-based digital passport, further enhancing transparency and consumer engagement.
Dr. Oetker Earns Halal Certification for Products Manufactured in Hungary
Dr. Oetker Earns Halal Certification for Products Manufactured in Hungary
Dr. Oetker, a well-known food manufacturer specializing in baking and dessert products, has obtained Halal certification for 26 of its products manufactured in Hungary.
€132 Million Allocated to Promote Sustainable Agri-Food Products from the EU
€132 Million Allocated to Promote Sustainable Agri-Food Products from the EU
The European Commission has allocated €132 million to promote sustainable and high-quality agri-food products from the European Union (EU) and expand their global market presence.
Italy Launches First Specifications for Animal Welfare, Making SQNBA Fully Certifiable Framework
Italy Launches First Specifications for Animal Welfare, Making SQNBA Fully Certifiable Framework
Italy has launched the first five technical specifications of the National Animal Welfare Quality System (SQNBA), focusing on beef cattle, dairy cattle, and free-range pigs.
Republika Srpska Opens Public Consultation on Organic Production Law
Republika Srpska Opens Public Consultation on Organic Production Law
The Organic Production Law Draft in Republika Srpska has entered a 90-day public consultation period.
Mongolia Seeks Public Comments on Draft Sea Buckthorn Oil Standard
Mongolia Seeks Public Comments on Draft Sea Buckthorn Oil Standard
The Mongolian Agency for Standardization and Metrology (MASM) has prepared the draft of MNS 0783:2024, a general standard for sea buckthorn oil.
Public Input Sought for French Eco-Design Standard Aimed at Helping Producers Go Green
Public Input Sought for French Eco-Design Standard Aimed at Helping Producers Go Green
France is seeking public input for the revision of the AFNOR standard NF X30-264, which aims to equip companies with the necessary tools to implement effective eco-design strategies.
Southern Serbia Specialty Leskovačka Ljutenica Earns International Recognition
Southern Serbia Specialty Leskovačka Ljutenica Earns International Recognition
Leskovačka ljutenica, a traditional spicy vegetable relish from southern Serbia, has been officially certified and registered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva.
Confectionery Kraš Captures Triple Recertification for Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management
Confectionery Kraš Captures Triple Recertification for Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management
Kraš d.d., a prominent Croatian confectionery company, has successfully achieved triple recertification through Quality Austria Adriatic.
ECA Report Highlights Gaps in EU Food Labelling Framework
ECA Report Highlights Gaps in EU Food Labelling Framework
The European Court of Auditors (ECA) has published a report on food labelling in the EU, identifying significant gaps in the legal framework and oversight.
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