No More Ham and Cheese Souvenirs
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
UK Tightens Rules on EU Food Imports to Combat Livestock Threat
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Silent Cattle Killer Spreads in Romania
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
A fast-growing outbreak of bovine leukosis in Romania is raising regional concerns due to its silent spread, lack of treatment, and potential economic fallout for farmers.
Halal or Hoax?
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
Cardiff businessman Hamil Miah is on trial after being accused of selling non-halal chicken to local restaurants while falsely marketing it as halal.
What “Pasture-Raised” Really Means – And Why It Matters
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
The USDA now requires that chickens labeled as “pasture-raised” must live most of their lives on actual pasture, giving consumers clearer, more honest labeling.
Croatia Acts Fast: New Ban to Stop Livestock Diseases at the Border
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
To prevent the spread of serious livestock diseases, Croatia has introduced temporary import restrictions on animals and related products from Hungary and Slovakia.
Rotten Deal: Unsafe Meat Scam Busted in UK
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
Four men and a company were convicted for illegally selling meat meant for pet food or disposal back into the human food supply.
Tularemia: What You Need to Know About "Rabbit Fever"
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
Tularemia is a rare but serious bacterial disease that spreads through insect bites, animal contact, contaminated water, or inhaled particles, and is treatable with antibiotics if caught early.
Snails Win the Race: A Slow Food Solution to Tunisia’s Rising Meat Prices
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
As meat prices soar and unemployment remains high, more Tunisians are turning to snails as an affordable, protein-rich alternative rooted in centuries-old tradition.
EU Loosens Wolf Protections to Defend Livestock
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
The EU has officially relaxed wolf protection laws, allowing more flexibility for countries to manage growing wolf populations and reduce livestock attacks.
What’s Behind the Rising Pork Prices in 2025?
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
Pork prices are climbing in 2025 due to a mix of reduced production, weak demand, export slowdowns, and lingering effects from past market disruptions.
Rabies: What Meat Professionals Need to Know
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
Rabies might sound like something from a scary movie, but for anyone working around animals—especially in the meat industry—it’s a real risk worth understanding.
What Is HACCP? A Simple Guide to Food Safety and Why It Matters
Published 9 months ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
If you work in the food industry, you've probably heard the term HACCP—but what exactly does it mean, and why is it so important?