UK minister warns industry over sugar tax
Food and drink manufacturers and retailers could be forced to pay a sugar tax if they continue to sell unhealthy food, a UK minister has warned.
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Mandatory origin labelling: Costs outweigh the benefits, says EC
Mandatory labelling for dairy could push up production costs by nearly 50% and limit consumer freedom of choice - the current status quo is the most suitable option, say two Commission reports that have been welcomed by the food industry.
French supermarkets required to give all unsold food to charity
French legislation voted in yesterday will require supermarkets to donate all unsold, edible food to charity in a bid to cut food waste.
ASF hits Polish pork exports to China
Without the elimination of African swine fever (ASF) in Poland, it is impossible to export pork to countries outside the European Union (EU), including China, according to a report by interregional organisation Green Front.