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When is a Vlaai Truly Limburgese? Baker Takes Case to Court
A baker from Panningen, Goedhart, has appealed to the College of Appeal for Business Affairs regarding the definition of 'day-fresh' for Limburgse vlaaien, which hold a protected geographical indication. Former Minister Femke Wiersma defined day-fresh as up to one day after baking, but Goedhart argues this decision belongs to the European Commission and claims the rule unfairly favors small-scale bakers. The case centers on whether the minister or the EU should determine freshness standards, with a ruling expected on December 22.
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