Lorraine: new bird flu alert
New cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza detected in swans, found dead on the territory of the municipality of Damvillers (Meuse), confirm a viral circulation in wild birds.
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Bees can detect Covid-19
After a little training, our honeybees can be as effective as a PCR test in identifying SARS-CoV-2. Explanation.
The business of essential oils in France
France is the second largest producer in Europe. Its first customer: Germany. Its main supplier: Switzerland. Workforce: more than 4,000 jobs. The French trade balance has a surplus of 119 million euros (Insee).
Know how to decipher the labels on wine bottles
Wines (including Champagne) are subject to very strict regulations to ensure product traceability. The labels are a valuable source of information for the consumer. Decryption with Bercy Infos.
World wine production at historically low levels
In 2021, the volume of world wine production is expected to be extremely low, at a level similar to that of 2017. France ranks third behind Italy and Spain.
Avian flu : France moves to “high” risk level
The entire territory of Metropolitan France has been placed at “high” risk due to the rapid progression of the avian influenza virus in Europe.
“When wine makes its revolution
In a book with subtle aromas, Etienne Gingembre and Mohamed Najim tell us all about the terroirs, the appellations, the grape varieties and the winemakers of our beautiful country. To be tasted without moderation
Putin annexes the champagne
A law signed on July 2, 2021, states that, from now on, all sparkling wines made in Russia will be stamped “Champagne”. As for the real Champagne, it becomes a simple “sparkling wine”.
Food industry: margins are collapsing
“How to reconcile food sovereignty, better remuneration for the agricultural world while meeting the challenges of tomorrow when 2021 marks the 8th consecutive year of deflation for our industry,” asks the National Association of Food Industries (ANIA)? Undoubtedly by increasing prices in stores.
Gunboat diplomacy off the Channel Islands
The U.K. and France are engaged in a standoff over post-Brexit fishing rights around the British Channel Islands of Guernsey and Jersey.
Selestat in Alsace: a case of bird flu
Establishment of a temporary control zone following a case of avian influenza in wildlife in the commune of Sélestat, Bas-Rhin.
Moselle: risk of avian influenza
Avian influenza, caused by the influenza virus H5N8, is an animal disease that can infect … Read more