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[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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Read more

[News from Members] Switzerland

What is needed for a sustainable future for raw milk cheese production?

To study this question, Hans-Peter Bachmann (Agroscope) made a journey along seven artisan cheesemakers that uphold the tradition on raw-milk cheesemakers. He identified fourteen requirements for a future-oriented raw-milk cheese production system. These can be broken … Read more

[News from Members] Hungary

The European Commissioner Christophe Hansen’s visit of a dairy farm

„To face the challenges ahead, I will need the „faith” that you cheesemakers have” – said European Commissioner Christophe Hansen to Arpad Ficsor hungarian dairy farmer and cheesemaker when he visited the Paraszt Sajt Farm at … Read more

[News from the EU] - New website for Geographical Indications

Geographical Indications made easy – all information on one spot!

Up to now, about 270 cheese and dairy products have GI, PDO or TSG. Of course there are many more special products that can benefit from protection and promotion. In order to encourage producers to apply … Read more

[News from FACE] Annual meeting in Croatia

Reports and chronicles of a great gathering

The 15th FACEnetwork annual congress was organised by SirCro in Rovinj, Croatia. An annual meeting of FACEnetwork always consists of excursions, a symposium, and the General Assembly. It’s a perfect opportunity to meet colleagues from other … Read more