EU backs ban on meat terms like ‘burger’ on plant-based products
EU lawmakers backed a proposal to ban meat-related terms like burger, steak, and sausage on plant-based food products, aiming to prevent consumer confusion. "Let's call a spade a spade," a right-wing French lawmaker said. The vote passed 355 to 247 in the European Parliament and now enters negotiations with member states. Critics argue the move could hurt the plant-based industry.