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🧂 Vital for you. Essential for EU. #EUsalt, the leading association of salt manufacturers in Europe, is happy to share its strategic roadmap, setting the stage for a more sustainable and resilient salt industry. Representing 19 European nations and producing around 80% of Europe's total salt output, EUsalt highlights the vital role of salt in various sectors including food, agriculture, chemicals, water treatment, and road safety. The EUsalt Roadmap focuses on several key priorities to ensure a sustainable future: 🃏 Versatility of the product: Being an essential element in different industries, the EU's self-sufficient salt sector boosts economic and strategic independence while promoting sustainability. ♻️ Sustainable Production: Supporting the circular economy and improving the efficiency and lifespan of household appliances through innovative salt applications. 🦺 Health and Safety: Maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety for both workforce and communities. This roadmap aims to enhance the economic and strategic independence of the EU salt sector while promoting sustainability and innovation. Discover more about the EUsalt roadmap and its vision here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dTG6DFX2 #NoSalternative #SaltforEU

🌱🏠 What do these have in common? - Reducing carbon footprints  - Promoting biodiversity  - Extending appliance lifespan It's all thanks to sustainable salt production! EUsalt invests in advanced technologies to keep our planet and homes running smoothly.  🧂 Discover more about the EUsalt roadmap and its vision here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dTG6DFX2 #SaltforEU 

🌍🇪🇺 Being part of the first European Parliament plenary session after the election is a great opportunity. This election marked a milestone with many Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) being elected for the first time. The last European Parliament supported EUsalt and rejected the 'organic salt' delegated act. This action demonstrated the power of democracy and highlighted that the voices of trade associations should be heard, ensuring consumers are not misled. For EUsalt, this is a pivotal moment. Our role as a trade association extends beyond advocacy; we are the bridge between policymakers and industries, ensuring that the voices of businesses, both large and small, are heard and considered. This is why it is so important to be at this first session and familiarize ourselves with the new MEPs. Our engagement from the start is crucial for forging future collaborations. As we embark on this new legislative journey, let’s remember the power of collective action and the importance of our roles in shaping a prosperous and sustainable future for Europe. #EuropeanParliament #TradeAssociations #Advocacy #EPlenary #CollectiveAction

🧂 🩺 Iodine Deficiency Awareness As illustrated in the WHO and IGN report, insufficient intake results in iodine deficiency, thyroid disorders and, during pregnancy, risk of lasting intellectual impairment that reduces a child’s IQ. Lifestyle choices and dietary trends are contributing to persistent, and in some countries increased, insufficient iodine intakes. Salt iodization remains the main strategy to ensure adequate iodine intake in the European Region.  Ensuring the use of iodized salt in all food products is a simple yet effective measure to safeguard our health. Learn more about the causes, consequences, and solutions to this ongoing issue in the latest WHO & IGN report 👉 https://lnkd.in/dqYpnNPc 

📰 Some news in Brussels 🤝 #EUsalt is thrilled to announce its new membership to FoodDrinkEurope! #FoodDrinkEurope is the Food Industry Confederation that represents food businesses, national associations, and sectors in Brussels. Being part of the association would give EUsalt the possibility to contribute to important conversations on topics such as food safety and security, sustainability, consumer information, iodine deficiency and more. Big thanks to FoodDrinkEurope and stay tuned for more exciting developments! 

Iodine matters. Salt matters. #noSalternative

🧂 🩺 Prevention and control of iodine deficiency in the World Health Organization European Region The #WHO and Iodine Global Network (IGN) have just released a critical report highlighting the vital role of iodized salt in preventing iodine deficiency. Despite changing dietary trends and lifestyles, salt iodization remains the keystone strategy for ensuring adequate iodine intake in Europe. Adults and pregnant women in countries with voluntary or no salt iodization are particularly at risk.  Variation in national salt iodization regulations and inadequate monitoring are stalling progress in optimizing iodine intake. Regular surveillance and updated data are essential for sustained progress. Dr. Werner Schultink, IGN Executive Director, adds, “Even mild iodine deficiency has a major impact on population health and the economy.” Ensuring the use of iodized salt in all food products is a simple yet effective measure to safeguard our health. #EUsalt is committed to supporting initiatives that promote the importance of salt iodization.  Learn more about the causes, consequences, and solutions to this ongoing issue in the latest WHO & IGN report 👉 https://lnkd.in/dqYpnNPc #WHA2024 #SaltIodization #IodineDeficiency

#Throwback 1️⃣ month ago ⛏ 🧂 Productive discussions and nice memories were shared in Liverpool (UK) last month during the EUsalt Annual Events 2024. EUsalt Members and salt experts gathered in Liverpool and the Cheshire area, engaging in internal meetings and attending the #EUsaltConference2024. Some highlights included a tour of the Winsford Rock Salt Mine and the Lions Salt Work Museum. For more information about the event, have a look at the summary here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dR2WZG6B 

🧂 🩺 Iodised salt and World Health Assembly Two weeks ago, EUsalt - represented by our colleague Ana Rivas Valero - was pleased to have participated in the event focused on the Prevention and Control of #IodineDeficiency in the World Health Organization European Region. The event, organized by the WHO Regional Office for Europe and the Iodine Global Network and supported by Kiwanis International, took place in Geneva and shed light on crucial insights from their latest report. 📊 Some key highlights from the report: - Salt Iodization: Despite changing dietary trends and lifestyles, salt iodization remains the keystone strategy for ensuring adequate iodine intake in Europe. Adults and pregnant women in countries with voluntary or no salt iodization are particularly at risk.  - Public Awareness: There is a significant gap in understanding the health impacts of iodine deficiency and the importance of iodized salt among the public, health professionals, and food producers.  - National Regulations and Surveillance: Variation in national salt iodization regulations and inadequate monitoring are stalling progress in optimizing iodine intake. Regular surveillance and updated data are essential for sustained progress.  - Current Success and Future Challenges: Thanks to salt iodization, school-age children in most European countries have adequate iodine levels. However, the future requires consistent efforts to maintain and enhance iodine intake through comprehensive strategies and public health policies. EUsalt, together with IGN, is committed to advocating for and supporting initiatives that promote the importance of salt iodization.  #WHA2024

🇪🇺 As the European election voting period ended, EUsalt is looking forward to collaborating with the new European Parliament representatives on key issues for the industry. 🧂 One such crucial topic is the versatile role of salt. This essential mineral is a cornerstone in various sectors: from its use in the chemical industry, food and feed, to its importance in de-icing roads during winter and ensuring clean water through effective treatment processes. 🗳️ On the campaign trail of taste, there is only one candidate that can do it all! #VoteSalt #NoSalternative