No need to fear Corona infections from food
The Norwegian Food Safety Authority says there is no reason to worry about Corona infections through food, even though the Corona virus was found frozen…
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Norwegians throw away less food after the corona crisis
One-fifth of all Norwegians state that they throw away less food after the corona crisis began. The main reason is that they plan their purchases…
Vedum wants farmers to produce more this year
Sp leader Trygve Slagsvold Vedum wants the government to ask farmers to produce more this year as a result of the Corona epidemic. The right…
Food to the door has become more popular, but not profitable
Groceries delivered to the door is a growing market, but neither Meny nor the specialist, Kolonial.no, make money on home deliveries – yet. Growth in…
Norway Among The Healthiest Nations
Norway is the ninth healthiest nation in the world, according to Bloomberg’s 2019 Healthiest Country Index. For years, the Norwegian government has worked diligently to get the nation eating healthy, and Bloomberg’s ranking proves that they’ve been a success. But, how have they done it, and should other countries follow their lead?
Speciality Brand label from Master Chef
Receives Speciality Brand label from Master Chef A cheese from Buskerud and a black currant smoothie from Telemark are awarded branding labels. They are awarded…
More vegetarian products on the way as environment and sustainability characterise year’s food news
Words like vegetarian, vegan, sugar reduction, plant-based, environment and sustainability are used to describe the trends of the new food products that soon reach store…
MPs have to pay VAT on food
Parliamentarians have to fork out VAT on food Politicians at the Norwegian Parliament must now pay more for the food after VAT is included in…
Lower tariff on food imported from poor countries
As of January 1, several agricultural goods imported from poor countries will be duty-free or will receive a lower rate of duty. Following a decision…
Half satisfied with food prices
One out of two of Norwegians are satisfied with the food prices Half of us think food prices are too high, 40 per cent think…
How to preserve the Yule food
How to preserve the leftover Yule food In order to get the traditional Yule food to last after Christmas Eve, think about how you store…
Homemade Yule classics
Homemade Yule classic side dishes Yule (or Christmas, if you prefer) is a time for traditions, and those should be maintained. Smells, tastes and music…
How to increase Seafood consumption
Great chance to increase Seafood consumption Norwegians are among the largest seafood consumers in the world (after Japan), but consumption is down, especially among young…
Climate change will make food more expensive
Climate change will lead to reduced food production and increased food prices according to a new report from the Development Fund and ‘Ruralis’. The…
The Norwegian Food Safety Authority fears what foreign soldiers may carry in their food
At the end of October, soldiers from 30 different countries gather to practice war games in Norway.They have their own food.The Norwegian Food Safety Authority…
Significant differences in kindergarten food
The Consumer Council has found major variations in the quality of food served in Norwegian kindergartens according to Klassekampen newspaper. It is a worrying trend….
Dissatisfied with the kindergarten meals
Many parents are dissatisfied with the kindergarten meals Many a Norwegian kindergarten do not live up to the parents’ expectation regarding serving the children healthy…
The Farmers fear for bankruptcies
The Farmers Association fear for bankruptcies due to EU imports A new agreement between Norway and the EU more than doubles duty-free imports of beef…
Avoid raw oysters from the Oslo fjord
Raw oysters from the Oslo fjord should not be eaten The Norwegian Food Safety Authority warns people not to eat raw oysters after the warm…
Grinding halt at Sørenga Food Court
A Grinding halt at Sørenga Food Court A Food Court at Sørenga in Oslo was closed effective immediately: «Not safe», says the Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) to…