Please enable JavaScript in your browser!

News

FACEnetwork Annual Meeting 2026:

Basque Country to Host 16th European Gathering

We are thrilled to announce that the 16th European Farmhouse and Artisan Cheese & Dairy Meeting will take place from October 19–21, 2026, in the beautiful Basque Country (Spain). This year’s event is hosted by the ESNEKI Dairy Centre … Read more

[News from FACE] Council and board meeting in Paris

Mid-March, members of FACEnetwork met in Paris for meetings of the board, council and hygiene working group. On the agenda, among many other topics: data on our sector, regulatory developments on the use of raw milk, ways to connect … Read more

[News from EU] Green Claims

Rules to prevent greenwashing

The EmpCo Directive (‘Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition’, Directive (EU) (2024/825) introduces new European regulations for environmental and sustainability claims. The aim is to better protect consumers from misleading environmental claims (‘greenwashing’) and to ensure greater transparency regarding so-called ‘green … Read more

[News from Members] France

Join the World’s Largest Goat Cheese Platter

The project of the World’s Largest Goat Cheese Platter is moving forward and will take place as planned on August 23rd, 2026, in the Périgord region (Meyrals, France). All FACEnetwork cheesemakers are warmly invited to take part in this unique … Read more

[News from FACE] Hygiene Group

Successful Meeting in Paris

On March 16-17, the Hygiene Group of FACEnetwork gathered at the Maison du Lait in Paris for a productive two-day meeting. The event kicked off with a warm introduction of participants, followed by an in-depth review of national sampling … Read more

[News from FACE] 1st of July:

The European Farmhouse and Artisan Cheese Day!

FACE Network is happy to invite all the European farmhouse and artisan cheesemakers and their friends to join the second edition of the European Farmhouse and Artisan Cheese Day. It will be an occasion of joyful sharing between producers … Read more

[News from Members] Italy:

The Käse Festival of Campo Tures is a European cheese fest!

The 13th-15th of March 2026, the 16th edition of the Käse Festival took place in Campo Tures, Südtirol, Italy. Once more, the event confirmed its European soul through the participation of more than 100 exhibitors coming from different countries … Read more

[News from EU]

Published: new issue of EU CAP Network Magazine

The fourth edition of the EU CAP Network magazine highlights the many ways in which farmers contribute to society, from supporting rural communities and protecting natural resources, to strengthening quality food systems and increasing market competitiveness. The magazine is an … Read more

[News from Members] Sweden

Ostfestivalen 2026

Stockholm’s Ostfestivalen 2026 delivered a standout showcase for Sweden’s artisanal dairy sector, drawing strong attendance and reaffirming the festival’s position as one of the country’s most influential platforms for premium cheese and specialty food. The event brought together producers, retailers, … Read more

[News from Members] Sweden

A new quality brand for handcrafted cheeses!

As interest in local and artisanal food continues to grow, so too does the risk of diluted claims. To clarify what genuine craftsmanship means in practice, Sveriges Gårdsmejerister (SGM) has launched the concept “Authentic Swedish Cheese Crafts” (Äkta Svenskt Osthantverk). The … Read more