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EU Plans Ban On ‘Forever Chemicals’ In Consumer Products

The European Commission intends to propose a ban on the use of PFAS – or “forever chemicals” – in consumer products.

Meat Industry Ireland (MII) has voiced its strong opposition to the proposed Mercosur Trade Agreement, Agriland reported today.

The value of Ireland’s food, drink and horticulture exports increased by 5% last year to a reach a record €17 billion, according to Bord Bia.

The Cup Collective has marked one year in Ireland, celebrating a surge in industrial-scale paper cup recycling across participating sites.

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As the Public Health Bill – banning the sale of cigarettes to under 21s – approaches, CSNA's Vincent Jennings highlights retailer concerns.

British shoppers could see food prices could increase by up to 4.9% in 2025 according to the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD).

Irish consumer sentiment remained unchanged in November as increased spending was countered by uncertain geopolitical terrain.

French cognac maker Hennessy has suspended a plan to bottle its brandy in China to avoid tariffs, staff briefed by management have said.

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