What Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council means for plant-based foods
The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union began in January and will run until the end of June 2026, marking Cyprus’s return to the role 14 years after its first Presidency in 2012. During this six-month mandate, the Cypriot Presidency is placing strong emphasis on strengthening the EU’s autonomy in its cooperation […]
Danish EU Presidency: advancing plant-based foods in Europe’s food policy agenda
Denmark held the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union until the end of 2025, under the slogan “A strong Europe in a changing world.” Its priority themes included regulatory simplification, competitiveness, the green transition, innovation, and creating a more enabling environment for farmers and food producers across the EU. In the official […]
Poland Moves to Introduce Plant-Based Meals in Schools and Hospitals
Poland is experiencing a major shift in national food policy. In November and December 2025, the Ministry of Health announced groundbreaking commitments to guarantee access to plant-based meals in two critical public sectors including educational institutions and healthcare facilities. Schools and nurseries – years of groundwork pay off For years, Polish children following plant-based diets […]
European Parliament votes to ban use of ‘veggie burger’ and ‘plant-based sausage’
Brussels, 8 October 2025 European Parliament votes to ban use of ‘veggie burger’ and ‘plant-based sausage’: coalition calls decision misguided and counterproductive This Wednesday the Members of the European Parliament voted to ban the use of terms like “burger”, “steak” or “sausage” for plant-based foods. The proposal by a French member of the EPP group, […]
Over 200 Organisations Call on EU to Stop “Veggie Denominations” Ban
Brussels, October 1 Broad coalition launches “No Confusion” campaign to stop EU plans to ban ‘chicken’, ‘burger’ and ‘sausage’ from plant-based alternatives. From animal welfare champions to major environmental NGOs, leading food manufacturers and innovators, some of the biggest names in Europe are speaking with one voice against proposed restrictions on the names used by […]
European Parliament Agriculture Committee votes to ban veggie “burgers” and “sausages” naming
Brussels 08/09/2025 The European Parliament Agriculture Committee voted this Monday to ban the use of terms such as “burger”, “sausage” and “steak” for plant-based foods. The proposal (amendment 645) by French lawmaker, Celine Imart, revived the topic, after it was voted down by the Parliament’s plenary in 2020. At the end of last year, the […]
European Scientific Council Calls on Policymakers to Support Meat Alternatives
On 4 September 2025, the European Academies Science Advisory Council(EASAC)*, launched a comprehensive report on meat alternatives. The protein report explores the use of plant-based alternatives to meat, but also includes different new technologies such as fermented and cultivated foods. The scientists looked at the impact and potential benefits of these meat alternatives compared to […]
European Commission to forbid the use of 29 words for plant-based alternatives
17 July 2025 – The European Commission unveiled a proposal to restrict the use of certain names by plant-based alternatives, stating it will enhance transparency to consumers and protect historical and cultural significance of meat products The proposal under a revision of the Common Market Organisation Regulation, comes 5 years after the European Parliament voted […]
Member States to discuss EU-Level support for Protein Diversification and Plant-Based Foods
Brussels, 10 July 2025 Member States to discuss EU-Level support for Protein Diversification and Plant-Based Foods At the AGRIFISH Council meeting on Monday, 14 July, EU agriculture ministers will hold an exchange of views on how to support the growing role of plant-based foods and protein diversification in Europe’s food system. The discussion on protein […]
Belgium’s new dietary guidelines call for higher plant protein intake
Belgium Updated Dietary Guidelines On June 17th, Belgium’s Superior Health Council released its updated dietary guidelines. While the core recommendations remain largely unchanged, the update includes interesting additions, such as a stronger emphasis on increasing legume consumption and a new chapter addressing ultra-processed foods. The guidelines regarding meat intake remain the same. The updated advice […]
