SloveniaAs of June 14, new regulations regarding honey quality and labeling have been implemented in Slovenia, aligning with European directives that require more precise origin information for honey products. Under these rules, manufacturers must clearly indicate all countries of origin and their respective proportions in mixed honey products, listed in descending order by quantity. Previously, labels often used vague terms like 'mixed honey from the EU' or 'mixed honey from the EU and non-EU', which did not specify exact origins. A review of six major Slovenian retailers found that out of 56 reviewed mixed honey products, only one was labeled correctly under the new rules, while four others mentioned some countries but not their proportions. The remaining 51 were still labeled using old rules. This discrepancy is due to a transitional period allowed by the directive, permitting the sale of existing stock under previous labeling standards until they are depleted. Despite the directive being adopted in May 2024, consumers have yet to see significant changes on store shelves. Consumers are advised to opt for locally produced honey or purchase directly from local beekeepers, who typically do
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