"Look for the code." An experiment has begun to label sausages, frankfurters, and other meat products.

A pilot during which it is possible to test the application of digital codes on various types of packaging (flexible and plastic containers, cardboard boxes) will allow businesses to adapt production processes in advance. "The key task for manufacturers is to work out technological processes and select the best solutions. This is an opportunity to avoid problems with shipping products and to take direct part in the formation of future standards," noted Ekaterina Luchkina, director of the Association "Meat Processors' Union." The experiment, approved by the Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation, is divided into two stages. "For consumers, labeling is primarily a guarantee of quality and safety. Claims about a sharp jump in prices are unfounded speculation, as confirmed by the experience of labeling in more than 30 industries. According to the Institute of Public Administration of the Higher School of Economics, the impact on the retail price will be only 0.42% - for ...