Turkey has been elected to the Council, the highest governing body of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), for the 2025–2028 term. In the election held in Rome, in which 141 countries cast their votes, Turkey achieved a significant diplomatic success by receiving 127 votes as the representative of the European group. This…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Organic Programme (NOP) has updated certification requirements for organic product imports under the ‘Strengthening Organic Enforcement’ (SOE) rule. Effective 15 July 2025, all companies importing organic products into the United States, including those certified under the Canadian Organic Regime (COR), will be required to obtain certification from USDA-accredited…
The National Health Commission (NHC) and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) have made a significant amendment to the National Food Safety Standard for Raw Milk. The published amendment introduces stricter criteria for raw milk production and inspection processes. This amendment came into effect on the date of publication, and raw milk producers are…
The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) has published its report on the state of global marine fisheries for 2025. Titled ‘Review of the State of World Marine Fisheries Resources,’ the report was prepared with contributions from over 650 experts from 92 countries. Providing the most comprehensive assessment of global marine fisheries…
The ‘Food Safety and Sustainability Panel’ we organised on 16 June 2025 at the IZQ Entrepreneurship Centre was an impressive event attended by leading figures in the sector. At this meaningful event, the sector’s most experienced professionals shared the latest developments in food safety and sustainability with participants. Distinguished speakers at the panel: Sevgi KANSOY…
The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) published its Food Fraud Monthly Report for March 2025 on 6 May 2025. The report presents important data and analyses on cases of fraud that threaten food safety and consumer health. This report is of great importance to food sector professionals, as it provides a critical resource for…
One of the largest events in the organic food sector, BIOFACH America 2025, will take place in Atlanta, Georgia, from 2 to 4 June. This event brings together organic food professionals, producers, retailers, and consumers to engage in important discussions about organic products, sustainability, and innovative solutions. Participants will gain insights into the future of…
Netafim, a leading global manufacturer of precision irrigation technologies, has entered into a partnership with Virridy, known for its environmentally friendly innovative solutions, to transform the agriculture sector in Turkey. Through this partnership, the Carbon Credit Programme for Agriculture has been launched with the aim of promoting sustainable agricultural practices and reducing the carbon footprint….
IFS Calibration Training held at Mercure Altunizade Hotel on 15-16 April 2025 was successfully completed. Our Food and Agriculture Certification Manager Derya Büyükyıldırım and Food and Consumer Products Programmes Manager Fulya Kılınçoğlu also took part in the training. This training, which is organised every two years and is mandatory for all IFS auditors and IFS…
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