Armenia Implements New Labeling Standards for Meat and Dairy Products
Source: The DairyNews
New Labeling Standards to Enhance Transparency for Armenian Consumers
Armenia's supermarkets will soon adopt new labeling standards for dairy and meat products, providing clearer information to consumers. The Armenian government approved amendments to the "Law on Trade and Services" and the Code of Administrative Offenses on Thursday.
Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan detailed the new regulations, stating that dairy products will be color-coded based on their ingredients. Sour cream made from real milk will feature green labels, while those made from milk fat substitutes will carry orange labels. This initiative aims to prevent consumer confusion and ensure transparency regarding the origins of food products.
Meat products will also undergo changes, with QR codes introduced to provide consumers with detailed information. By scanning the QR codes, shoppers can determine whether the meat was imported or produced locally in Armenia, as well as verify its quality and expiration dates.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan emphasized that these changes still require discussion and approval by the National Assembly. He assured the public of ongoing updates throughout the legislative process.
"This initiative needs to be communicated to the private sector and businesses immediately so they can prepare accordingly," Pashinyan said. He noted that while the market often self-regulates, the government plays a crucial role in facilitating these improvements.
"There are currently limited options for products made from real milk on the market. Thanks to government efforts, products made exclusively from milk have become available. We need to continue this progress so consumers are fully informed about what they are purchasing and its cost," Pashinyan concluded.
Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan detailed the new regulations, stating that dairy products will be color-coded based on their ingredients. Sour cream made from real milk will feature green labels, while those made from milk fat substitutes will carry orange labels. This initiative aims to prevent consumer confusion and ensure transparency regarding the origins of food products.
Meat products will also undergo changes, with QR codes introduced to provide consumers with detailed information. By scanning the QR codes, shoppers can determine whether the meat was imported or produced locally in Armenia, as well as verify its quality and expiration dates.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan emphasized that these changes still require discussion and approval by the National Assembly. He assured the public of ongoing updates throughout the legislative process.
"This initiative needs to be communicated to the private sector and businesses immediately so they can prepare accordingly," Pashinyan said. He noted that while the market often self-regulates, the government plays a crucial role in facilitating these improvements.
"There are currently limited options for products made from real milk on the market. Thanks to government efforts, products made exclusively from milk have become available. We need to continue this progress so consumers are fully informed about what they are purchasing and its cost," Pashinyan concluded.
