Portugal is the second European country in quick succession to announce a trial of origin labelling after France declared a two-year test on meat and milk products.
Consumers in Portugal will soon be able to differentiate between milk produced in Portugal and milk produced elsewhere. Origin labelling is increasing in popularity as buyers want more transparency in their purchases. Incidents of fraud and the horse meat scandal have increased pressure on governments to introduce compulsory labelling.
Greece, Finland, Lithuania and Italy have also made requests for similar labelling and the trials are supported by the European Parliament. Those who disagree with the introduction of country of origin labelling argue that it will have a negative impact on producers who are located close to borders, hinder trade in the single market and drive up prices for consumers.
With consumers looking for more information about the items in their baskets it looks likely that more countries will introduce similar labelling trials.
Smylies provide bespoke dating and labelling services to meet customer and country of destination requirements. If you require specific labelling or translations, we can help. Smylie Ltd are exporters of food and drink to destinations all over the world.
For the last ten years Smylies have exported British products worldwide, providing a diverse and comprehensive range of products. Get in touch with our team today to discuss our food and drink export service as well our own bespoke labelling services.
For more information on the dating, labelling and documentation services that Smylies provide, please get in touch. Contact us online and we will get back to you as soon as possible or speak to a member of our team directly by calling us on +44 (0) 151 653 3335.
Phone: 0151 653 3335
Email: sales@smylies.com
Unit 7 Riverview Business Park, Riverview Road, Bromborough, Wirral, CH62 3RR
