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Poland: Polish Farmers Plow on to the Streets

On February 9, 2022, the AGROUnia farmers association and its members protested in 50 cities across Poland and called for government action to support farmers. AGROUnia may organize additional protests in Warsaw if their demands are not met.
Retail chains operating in Poland have adapted the Polish Parliament’s regulations reducing the Value Added Tax (VAT) on food. Beginning February 1, 2022, the Polish Parliament implemented a zero VAT rate for all foodstuffs that had previously been...
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Philippines: Meat and Poultry SPSIC Validity Re-extended

The Philippine Department of Agriculture has extended the temporary 90-day validity of SPS Import Clearances for imported meat and poultry through December 31, 2022.