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The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Viticulture (MAAV) deals with agricultural policy and prepares draft legislation in specific areas of food and feed safety and food quality as well as animal health and welfare. As with all ministries, the MAAV is supported by competent authorities, such as the Luxembourg Veterinary and Food Administration (ALVA) and Agricultural Technical Services Administration (ASTA). | The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Viticulture (MAAV) deals with agricultural policy and prepares draft legislation in specific areas of food and feed safety and food quality as well as animal health and welfare. As with all ministries, the MAAV is supported by competent authorities, such as the Luxembourg Veterinary and Food Administration (ALVA) and Agricultural Technical Services Administration (ASTA). | ||
The portfolio of the MAAV incorporates areas regarding the whole food chain including food and feed safety, plant health, plant protection products, animal health and welfare, and food quality (EU quality schemes, national labels and marketing standards). | |||
The Directorate for Consumer Protection of MAAV deals with general consumer protection policy and is in charge of the legislation in this area. | |||
== Ministry for Consumer Protection == | == Ministry for Consumer Protection == |