Champagne Industry Slashes 2026 Output to 250 Million Bottles
The region of Champagne capped the amount of wine that can be made from this year’s harvest at 8,800kg/ha, the equivalent of around 250 million bottles
Lost Olive-Oil Empire Resurfaces in Tunisia
Archaeologists have uncovered the Roman Empire’s second-largest olive-oil complex in Tunisia, revealing mills, cisterns and centuries of production.
EU Gives Turkish Coffee Special Status
Turkish coffee becomes Turkey’s first food to gain EU “Traditional Speciality” status, recognised for its 500-year brewing tradition.
Italian Authorities Introduce New Seal of Trust for Tuscany’s Olive Oil
A new official label for Tuscany’s prized olive oil promises clearer origins, stronger traceability, and renewed trust for Italian producers.
Champagne Harvest Begins Early Harvest
Champagne’s 2025 harvest has officially begun earlier than expected, according to French local media.
Protected Status Transforming Industry, Armagh Bramley Apple, Growers Tell Independent
EU recognition means only apples grown in Armagh can be sold as Armagh Bramley, like Champagne.
EU Adds 11 New Products to PGI List (July 2025)
From Polish goose to Portuguese figs, the EU continues to expand its protected food roster. Here are the new entries for July 2025.
Cornish Pasties: More Than a Lunch, It’s the Law
The Cornish pasty isn’t just a snack — it’s a legally protected cultural item. Only pasties made in Cornwall can carry the name.
Kentish Cobnuts: Protected, Forgotten, Delicious
This unique nut from southeast England is a seasonal PGI treasure — but few know it still exists. Is it time for a comeback?
Parma Ham and Its PGI Power
True Parma ham must come from Italy’s Parma region — by law. What happens when supermarkets break the rules?
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