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Imported beef containing the hormone progesterone has arrived in Poland from Uruguay via the Netherlands, raising health concerns and revisiting the Mercosur trade issues.

The Finnish Central Union of Agricultural Producers and Owners (MTK) warns that the war in Iran could lead to hundreds of millions of euros in additional costs for agriculture, exacerbating the ongoing economic crisis in crop production.

Rideshare and food delivery drivers in Australia are facing reduced earnings amid soaring fuel prices, leading to potential increases in service costs.

The Centrist Reform Union plans to participate in discussions regarding consumption tax cuts on food and refundable tax credits at the National Social Security Conference, amidst fears of being left behind in debates.

Brazilian parliamentarians, union leaders, and student representatives will participate in an international solidarity caravan to Cuba, aiming to deliver humanitarian aid including food, medicine, and solar equipment.

The share of local milk in Latvian stores has remained largely unchanged since the signing of a food price memorandum last May, according to Jānis Šolks, chairman of the Central Union of Latvian Dairy Farmers.

The European Union has implemented new regulations banning certain terms for plant-based food products, which has sparked a debate among meat producers and the plant-based food industry.

A food policy expert warns the UK must prepare for potential food shortages due to climate shocks or warfare by stockpiling food supplies.

The European Union has decided to ban the use of meat-related terminology for plant-based alternatives, affecting producers of meat substitutes.

The Aitoo perunarieska has been granted a protected geographical indication by the European Union due to its unique quality and traditional production methods.

Froneri, one of the world's largest ice cream producers, has received approval from the competition authority to acquire Food Union's European ice cream business, including Premia TKH.

The African Union and ECOWAS express deep concern over the US-Iran conflict's potential destabilizing effects on Africa, particularly through disruptions in energy and food supply chains.

The European Union has tightened controls on baby formula ingredient imports from China following contamination concerns.

The article discusses the impressive growth of Poland's agricultural food exports since joining the European Union in 2004, highlighting the role of individual business initiatives and recent institutional support.

EU member states have supported new comprehensive cooperation agreements with Switzerland to replace existing ones in areas such as food safety, health, and electricity.

Chef Cho-cheol, who previously worked in luxury hotels and was involved in labor movements, runs a restaurant in Jin-an offering unique pork cutlet.

The European Union has declared the risk of infant exposure to cereulide toxin as low following widespread recalls of baby formulas across several countries.

Czech companies are engaged in a conflict with the European Union regarding regulations on food labeling, particularly concerning the term used for sausages.

This article discusses the humanitarian mission Operation Provide Hope initiated by the USA shortly after the collapse of the Soviet Union, aimed at alleviating food and medical shortages in former Soviet states.

A call has been made to eliminate expiration dates on pasta and rice to reduce food waste in the European Union.

The Central Union of Agricultural Producers and Forest Owners (MTK) warns against fear-mongering by retailers regarding proposed changes to food marketing law and food prices.

A recent analysis reveals that food prices in Russia are increasingly higher than in various EU countries, despite lower average earnings.

Russia's food prices have approached those of some EU countries, with several basic goods now costing the same or less than in Russia.

The UK Government has extended the ban on bringing certain food products from the European Union into Great Britain until 2026 to prevent disease spread, imposing potential fines of up to £5,000 for violations.

Estonian retailers are increasingly selling private label products, but their continued expansion poses risks to local production according to the Food Industry Union.

The Secretary General of the National Food and Trade Union (SNAC), Alejandro Martínez Araiza, stated that the review of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (T-MEC) scheduled for July 1, 2026, will be crucial for Mexican labor relations.

International food producer Paulig plans to centralize its Santa Maria spice production in Estonia, which would lead to significant expansion at its Saue factory and the creation of new jobs, contingent upon reaching an agreement with Swedish trade unions that would result in the closure of their facility in Mölndal, Sweden.

Sirje Potisepp, head of the Food Industry Union, highlighted on Kuku Radio that the prices of Estonian food are comparable to those of imported products, despite rising raw material and electricity costs.

The article discusses the European Union's readiness to import grains and food produced through illegal means, amid ongoing scrutiny of trade agreements with Mercosur, particularly in the context of protests from European farmers.

Jiří Kopáček, the head of the Czech Moravian Dairy Union, discusses the stable milk consumption in the Czech Republic and recent price fluctuations in the dairy market, particularly highlighting a rise in milk prices over the past years.

Since joining the European Union in 2004, Poland has consistently reported a surplus in agricultural and food exports, with projections indicating the surplus could exceed 17 billion euros in 2024.

Recent inflation data reveals that food prices in Greece are rising significantly faster than the EU average, particularly in essential categories like meat, milk, and yogurt.

The article discusses whether the European Union can reduce its reliance on Russia amidst the ongoing use of food as a geopolitical tool by Vladimir Putin.

A top Russian MP declares that insect-based food will never be introduced to the Russian market, contrasting it with the European Union's acceptance of mealworm larvae as food.

Israel has decided to revoke or not renew operational licenses for 37 international non-governmental organizations active in Gaza and, in some cases, the West Bank, effective January 1, 2026, impacting key areas such as healthcare, food distribution, refugee support, and human rights protection.