In a year's time, only Czech products will be available in Czech stores

The Chamber of Deputies decided that from 2022, at least 55 percent of food stores will be sold in grocery stores. products of Czech production. Eight European Union countries, including Poland, protested against the regulation. Opponents of the act - also in the Czech Republic - emphasize that the provisions do not comply with EU law. Ultimately, in 2028, at least 73 percent of food is to be sold in grocery stores. products from the Czech Republic. This is the second approach to passing the bill. In the summer, the "food law" went to the freezer. The regulations were then opposed by politicians from all political groups. Even Prime Minister Andrej Babiš was against accepting the solution, believing that the proposal harmed his former company, Agrofert. Originally, the applicants planned to sell up to 85% in stores in 2027. selected Czech products. The resolution of the Chamber of Deputies - the lower house of parliament - stipulates that stores with an area of ​​over 400 sq m ...