A first concrete implementation step for more transparency on our boards is planned from September. The two responsible ministers, Rauch and Totschnig, have announced mandatory labeling of the origin of meat, eggs and dairy products in the country’s canteens.
According to Agriculture Minister Norbert Totschnig, 2.2 million meals are served every day in Austria in large kitchens such as canteens, hospitals and schools: “After long negotiations, origin labeling is now mandatory in large kitchens. In the future, the origin will be on the menu or clearly visible on a poster or monitor.
This provides more transparency and makes the performance of our farmers more visible. This is a first, effective lever. At the same time, I say: our path has only just begun – I will continue to do everything I can to bring more truth to our plate.”
stage win
A welcome step that the “Krone” and its readers have long been asking for. For Tierecke manager Maggie Entenfellner, this was long overdue: “It is a personal concern of mine to strengthen our farmers’ products and I very much welcome the decision of the politicians. I also see this as a role model and signpost for the rest of the hospitality industry. However, our declared goal must be that there will be a national labeling requirement.”
Animal rights activists see shortcomings
Almost all animal protection organizations complain that the policy is still timid when it comes to implementation in inns and restaurants and that there is an urgent need to catch up. Furthermore, a pure designation of origin from the NGOs is still not sufficient, because it does not provide any information about the type of farming – an animal product from Austria can also come from poor full-column farming.
Schnitzel yes, meatballs no
Viennese animal protection ombudsman Eva Persy also questions the vague wording of the regulation: “The origin must be indicated, if meat is offered whole (e.g. schnitzel or roast pork) or in parts (e.g. goulash). Being reversed Important animal products such as minced meat, ham and sausage are not subject to the labeling obligation. It doesn’t add to the transparency.”
Source: Krone
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