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Nõo Lihatööstus has introduced a new series of children's products that comply with Estonia's updated nutritional guidelines for schools and kindergartens.

Emergency measures have been implemented on Lesbos following the laboratory confirmation of a foot-and-mouth disease case, aiming to prevent the disease's spread.

A stolen car transporting over 600 kg of cheese was recovered in Picos, Piauí, along with an additional 150 kg of irregularly transported meat products.

A recent survey reveals that 90% of Estonians support a reduction in VAT on essential food items, particularly dairy products, fruits, vegetables, fresh meat, and bread.

The EU has reached an agreement on naming conventions for meat alternatives, excluding terms like 'steak' for plant-based products.

In February, consumer prices in Argentina rose by 2.9%, with the highest increases seen in food categories and housing costs.

Gilde is recalling a limited number of meat products due to undeclared soy content, which is a concern for consumers with soy allergies.

Gilde is recalling certain meat products due to potential undetectable soy allergens not listed on the packaging, aimed at protecting consumers with soy allergies.

An operation in Farroupilha, Brazil, led to the seizure of nearly eight tons of improper food items, including meat products that had been expired since 2017.

Lidl emphasizes the importance of meat quality and freshness, ensuring affordable meat products through careful logistics and supplier selection.

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.

Prisma is recalling Rakvere sausage infected with Listeria monocytogenes, urging customers to return the product for a refund without a receipt.

The Food and Veterinary Service of Latvia has detected Salmonella bacteria in chicken meat products sourced from Poland and Ukraine, leading to product recalls.

The EU has reached an agreement to ban the use of meat-related terms such as 'steak' and 'bacon' for marketing plant-based products.

The EU has reached a provisional agreement to prohibit the use of meat-related terms for non-meat products, while allowing vegetarian hamburgers to retain their name.

EU lawmakers have agreed to prohibit meat-related names for vegetarian and vegan products, aiming to avoid consumer confusion.

EU negotiators have reached an agreement allowing terms like 'Veggie-Burger' and 'Tofu-Wurst' to remain on menus, while prohibiting other vegetarian products from using misleading meat-based descriptions.

The EU has decided to prohibit the use of meat-sounding names for vegetarian products while allowing vegetarian sausages and burgers to retain their names.

A trial concerning eleven deaths linked to contaminated meat products from the Wilke-Wurst company is set to begin in the summer in Germany.

The article discusses a former vegan cookbook author who started to have cravings for meat products, particularly hamburgers.

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved a bill prohibiting the use of terms like 'milk' and 'meat' for plant-based products, pending further review by the Senate.

In February, the prices of meat products, milk, and eggs saw a significant increase in Estonia's supermarkets, with beef rising by 25% compared to the previous year.

The article discusses the growing awareness and health risks associated with tick-induced alpha-gal syndrome, which can cause severe allergic reactions to red meat and related products.

Pythons are being raised in controlled farms primarily in Southeast Asia for their meat and skins, which are used in high-value products like luxury bags.

Helsinki's city council has decided to halve the procurement of meat and dairy products in city food services, specifically affecting schools and daycares, by 2030.

The Helsinki City Council has approved a proposal to halve the procurement of meat and dairy products in city food services by 2030, substituting them with plant-based foods.

Conservationists highlight the plight of pangolins, the most trafficked mammals globally, during World Pangolin Day, emphasizing their unique scales and the high demand for their meat and products.

Several companies in Incheon were found to be selling meat products despite revocations of their safety certifications and violations regarding expired products.

A meat entrepreneur from Ylivieska has been sentenced to a five-month suspended prison term for endangering public health by producing sausages and other meat products in unsanitary conditions.

A Finnish company was fined after serious hygiene issues were found in its production facilities leading to health risks, though no illnesses were reported.

Despite rising prices, the demand for meat and dairy products in Poland remains robust, with significant sales growth recorded over the past year.

Recent increases in beef prices have triggered a rise in food prices in Argentina during the first half of February 2026.

Lidl and Albert have been banned due to two of their meat products containing an inadequate amount of meat.

A call has been made by vegetarian organizations and food companies to the European Commission to reverse a ban on using terms like 'sausages' and 'burgers' for non-meat products, a decision approved by the European Parliament last year.

A supermarket owner in Imbé, Brazil, was arrested after about 8.8 tons of unfit food products were seized during an operation by local authorities.

Food companies in Europe are lobbying against a proposed ban on using terms like ‘sausage’ and ‘burger’ for non-meat products, arguing it could create confusion for consumers.

Several European cities are implementing bans on advertisements for meat and high-emission products as part of environmental protection efforts.

Amsterdam will be the first city in the world to ban meat advertising in public spaces starting May 1, although meat products can still be advertised in stores that sell them.

A domestic producer's meat cold cuts are being recalled due to the possible presence of unlabeled gluten.

Nõo Lihatööstus is collaborating with musician and Setomaa elder Jalmar Vabarna to launch a new range of meat products inspired by Setomaa food traditions.

The article discusses the most significant price changes for everyday food items in 2025, noting a general inflation rate of just 0.8% according to Insee data.

French retailers have stated that they will not stock meat and poultry products imported under the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, despite the EU's approval of the deal.

Food prices have decreased for the fourth consecutive month in December, driven by falling prices of milk, dairy products, and meat, according to the FAO.

Food prices fell again in December, marking the fourth consecutive month of decline, primarily due to reduced prices of milk, dairy products, and meat, despite increases in the prices of grains and sugar, according to the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

A study reveals that dog food contributes 1% of the UK's greenhouse gas emissions, with wet and meat-rich products having significantly higher environmental impacts than dry kibble.

Tesco has issued a recall of certain pâté products due to concerns over incorrect use-by dates, potentially posing a microbiological health risk.