Major Developments Imminent on Country-of-Origin Labelling

UK government agencies have been canvassing consumer opinion, as well as surveying what sort of origin statements are currently used on labels.

2 Jul 2010 --- Proposals for European controls on Country of Origin labelling legislation are likely to reach a key stage in the decision-making process later this year. UK government agencies have been canvassing consumer opinion, as well as surveying what sort of origin statements are currently used on labels; findings from these surveys are likely to influence the requirements placed on the food and drink industry. In order to help the industry keep up to do date with the latest developments and ensure that their product labels will be compliant with these changes and with new guidance, Campden BRI is holding a seminar on 17th September 2010.

John Hammond, Head of Information and Legislation Services at Campden BRI, comments: "The timing of the event is significant as this is likely to be a hot topic in the second half of the year. The seminar will discuss the latest findings from FSA research and surveys, a new code of practice for labelling of pork products, and new guidance issued by FSA Scotland. We will also be looking the role that analysis has to play in policing uptake of the legislation and, importantly, the potential costs to business. Speakers from Campden BRI, academia, government and industry will ensure that all aspects of this important topic will be covered."