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Standard Norway Launches Committee for Data and Digitization in Agriculture
Standard Norway Launches Committee for Data and Digitization in Agriculture
Standard Norway established a new national standardization committee in September to support the development of data-driven agrifood systems.
Pereira Seafood Products Achieves Top IFS Food Certification for 8th Year
Pereira Seafood Products Achieves Top IFS Food Certification for 8th Year
Pereira Productos del Mar (Pereira Seafood Products) has earned the top mark of "Higher Level" in IFS Food certification for the 8th consecutive year, achieving a score of 96.22% this year.
Livanjski Sir Becomes First Origin Protected Product from Bosnia and Herzegovina in EU
Livanjski Sir Becomes First Origin Protected Product from Bosnia and Herzegovina in EU
Livanjski Sir has become the first product from the Balkans outside of EU-member countries to secure EU protection for its origin.
Selected Quality – Slovenia Label Promotes Local, Premium Agriculture Products
Selected Quality – Slovenia Label Promotes Local, Premium Agriculture Products
The Selected Quality – Slovenia label assures consumers that agricultural products and foodstuffs are grown and processed in Slovenia, supporting local producers and preserving Slovenian agriculture.
Heineken Serbia Earns European Certification as Socially Responsible Employer
Heineken Serbia Earns European Certification as Socially Responsible Employer
Heineken Serbia has become the first company in the country to receive the European-recognized "Socially Responsible Employer" umbrella certificate.
Madig Mrežnica Achieves GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Certification for Sustainable Cabbage Production
Madig Mrežnica Achieves GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Certification for Sustainable Cabbage Production
Croatian sauerkraut producer Madig Mrežnica d.o.o., known for its cabbage sourced from controlled agricultural areas, has earned the GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Smart certification.
NEN Seeks Stakeholders for New International Biodiversity Standard in Food Industry
NEN Seeks Stakeholders for New International Biodiversity Standard in Food Industry
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is inviting stakeholders to help shape a new ISO standard focused on biodiversity practices within the food industry.
The Province Finances Quality and Geographic Origin Certification - Food from Vojvodina Meets the Highest Standards
The Province Finances Quality and Geographic Origin Certification - Food from Vojvodina Meets the Highest Standards
The Provincial Secretariat for Agriculture, Water Management, and Forestry has allocated one million dinars
New Guidelines Aim to Improve Food Labelling in Italy
New Guidelines Aim to Improve Food Labelling in Italy
The Ministry of Business and Made in Italy (MIMIT) has issued new guidelines to enhance food labelling standards.
EFSA Updates Guidance for Novel Food Applications in EU
EFSA Updates Guidance for Novel Food Applications in EU
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has released an updated guide for novel food applications, clarifying scientific and administrative requirements.
Slovenia’s Food Supply Chain Ombudsman Urges Reporting of Unfair Practices
Slovenia’s Food Supply Chain Ombudsman Urges Reporting of Unfair Practices
Slovenia's Food Supply Chain Relationships Ombudsman Branko Ravnik discussed challenges in the country’s food supply chain during an interview.
Agreks and Agrostok Achieve Halal Certification
Agreks and Agrostok Achieve Halal Certification
Agreks d.o.o. and Agrostok d.o.o. have successfully completed the process to earn the Halal certification under the BAS 1049:2023 standard.

Global News

ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated
ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14155:2026, updating the global Good Clinical Practice standard for clinical investigations of medical devices in human subjects.
ISO 17024 Third Edition Published: Updated Rules For Certification Of Persons
ISO 17024 Third Edition Published: Updated Rules For Certification Of Persons
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published the third edition of ISO/IEC 17024,
ISO 12100 Machinery Safety Revision Stalls Over Risk Definition Dispute
ISO 12100 Machinery Safety Revision Stalls Over Risk Definition Dispute
The revision of  ISO 12100, the core standard for machinery safety, remains unresolved following a negative international vote, with key disagreements, including on alignment with EU requirements. 
 
Sweden Introduces CBAM Accreditation for Emissions Verifiers, Reflecting Broader Global Shift in Climate Data Assurance
Sweden Introduces CBAM Accreditation for Emissions Verifiers, Reflecting Broader Global Shift in Climate Data Assurance
The Swedish Board for Accreditation and Conformity Assessment (SWEDAC) has introduced a new accreditation area for organizations verifying emissions data under the
Youth Leadership Program Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Environmental Cohort
Youth Leadership Program Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Environmental Cohort
Applications are now open for the third cohort of the Environmental Management Youth Leadership Group (YLG 3.0), an initiative of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
PEFC Opens Nominations For Forest Management Working Group Seats
PEFC Opens Nominations For Forest Management Working Group Seats
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting nominations for its Sustainable Forest Management Working Group, with submissions open until April 22, 2026. 
"Global Standard" Opens Second Consultation On Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
"Global Standard" Opens Second Consultation On Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard has opened a second public consultation on Draft 2 of the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS),
DIN SPEC 14027 Establishes First Comprehensive Framework for Corporate Security
DIN SPEC 14027 Establishes First Comprehensive Framework for Corporate Security
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has published DIN SPEC 14027,
 
GHG Protocol Begins Scope 3 Revision Tightening Data and Measurement Rules
GHG Protocol Begins Scope 3 Revision Tightening Data and Measurement Rules
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) has launched a major revision of its Scope 3 standard,
ISO 17020 Third Edition Published With Risk-Based Approach
ISO 17020 Third Edition Published With Risk-Based Approach
A new edition of ISO/IEC 17020 has been published, introducing updated requirements for inspection bodies and replacing the 2012 version after a technical revision.
ISO TS 20125-1 for Eco-Design of Digital Services Released
ISO TS 20125-1 for Eco-Design of Digital Services Released
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC TS 20125-1:2026,
ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2 on Information Management in BIM Projects Open for Consultation
ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2 on Information Management in BIM Projects Open for Consultation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has opened a public consultation on proposed changes to ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2,
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