Laws & Labels Origin Labeling Now Mandatory for Dried Fruits and Saffron New EU regulation on origin labeling took effect January 1, 2025
Beverage & Wine Italian wine exports surge in non-European markets According to the Unione Italiana Vini (UIV) – Vinitaly Observatory, Italian wine sales…
Dairy Tariff war between China and EU threatens Italian cheese exports Italian dairy exports to China have surged in recent years, reaching just over €80…
Trends The EU launches a 3-year campaign promoting high-end food in the U.S. “More than Food and Drinks, Savoring Stories” wants to target chefs, retailers, and…
Laws & Labels European Union and New Zealand ink free trade agreement The agreement will protect all wines and spirits with Geographical Indication, in addition…
Pasta & Rice The EU to curb the utilization of tricyclazole in rice cultivation The move stands to favor Italian product exports, capitalizing on the widespread use of the…
Dairy EU-Chile agreement is closer to ratification The trade agreement will protect 12 famous Italian cheeses, among others. The recognition…
Trends Additional Geographical Indications enter EU-South Korea trade agreement 44 additional European PDO/PGI products will be protected in Korea, as well as 41 Korean…
Laws & Labels EU postpones submission of proposal on food labels The proposed EU regulation will not be presented until the second quarter of 2023. Italian…
Laws & Labels Trade Agreement between EU and New Zealand secures a boon for Italian food system The agreement could generate +30% growth in bilateral trade, with duty reduction for…