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Russian wheat imported to Armenia via Azerbaijan will be tested – regulator (EXCLUSIVE)
The wheat imported into Armenia from Russia through Azerbaijan will be inspected by the Food Safety Inspectorate, the regulator's spokesperson, Anush Harutyunyan, told the ARKA news agency. YEREVAN, November 6. /ARKA/. The wheat imported into Armenia from Russia through Azerbaijan will be inspected by the Food Safety Inspectorate, the regulator's ...
11/06/2025Armenia's foreign trade turnover decreased by 39.3% in the first nine months, amounting to $14.6 billion. Russia surpasses China and the UAE in the top three
... semi-precious stones, precious metals and products made of them” - $1,721,425.8 thousand (a decline of 75.3% compared to the three quarters of 2024), “machinery, equipment and mechanisms” - $971,094.9 thousand (an increase of 0.4%), “finished food industry products” - $861,369.4 thousand (an increase of 27.7%), “mining industry” - $840,604.0 thousand (an increase of 9.8%), “textiles and products made of them” - $242,432.7 thousand (a decline of 12.3%), “products of plant origin” ...
11/06/2025The regulator has suspended operations at the dairy production facility of the Ashtarak Milk company
The Food Safety Inspectorate has suspended production activities (milk procurement and cooling) at the dairy production facility (Gegharkunik Province, Shoghakat village) of the Ashtarak Milk company. YEREVAN, November 6. /ARKA/. The Food Safety Inspectorate ...
11/06/2025Gasoline prices in Armenia fell by 1.5% in October, while diesel fuel prices fell by 0.6%
... year, decreased by 0.3% and 2.4%, respectively. At the same time, gasoline prices in October of this year, compared to December of last year, fell by 0.3%, while diesel fuel prices increased by 0.7%. Overall, according to statistics, prices on the non-food market in October of this year increased by 0.9% compared to October of last year, and by 0.4% compared to September of the same year.
11/05/2025Food prices in Armenia increased by 5.6% in October
Food and soft drink prices increased by 5.6% in October 2025 compared to October 2024, and by 0.7% month-on-month, according to a report by the Statistical Committee of Armenia (Armstat). YEREVAN, November 5. /ARKA/. Food and soft drink prices increased ...
11/05/2025The 12-month inflation in Armenia in October reached 3.7%
... rise of 0.3%. YEREVAN, November 5. /ARKA/. In October 2025, inflation in Armenia was recorded at 3.7% compared to October 2024, with a monthly rise of 0.3%. This information comes from the Statistical Committee of Armenia (Armstat). In October 2025, food products and non-alcoholic beverages saw a price increase of 5.6% compared to October 2024, with a monthly rise of 0.7%. In October, the prices for alcoholic beverages and tobacco products rose by 6.8% year-over-year, and by 0.2% compared to September ...
11/05/2025WB: sharp decline in exports and imports in Armenia in August caused by cessation of re-exports
... contraction of some 77 percent (yoy). However, also down were exports in livestock (down 42 percent, yoy); textiles (down 18.6 percent, yoy); and leather and fur (down 45.2 percent, yoy). This decline was partly offset by growth in exports of ready food products (up 18.4 percent, yoy) and machinery (up 5.3 percent, yoy). Excluding the re-export trade in precious metals and stones, exports fell 6.1 percent in August (yoy). Following a slow start in early 2025, Armenia’s tourism rebounded strongly ...
10/22/2025IMF: Armenia's GDP growth projected to reach 5% in 2025, with inflation expected to align with the Central Bank's target
....6% in the first half of the year, driven by a resurgence in consumption and investment, alongside growth in tourism. Employment growth has remained steady, while inflation saw a temporary rise to 3.7% (y/y) in September, primarily due to increases in food and service prices. Armenia's state budget for 2025 anticipates economic growth of 5.1%. According to the Central Bank's monetary policy report for the third quarter of this year, the s GDP growth is projected to be between 5.8% and 5.7% by the end ...
10/17/2025Regulator has closed two ‘’Zaviki Kars’’ brand catering establishments due to sanitary violations
Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate conducted inspections at Zaviki Kars catering establishments. YEREVAN, October 17. /ARKA/. Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate conducted inspections at Zaviki Kars catering establishments. According to the regulator's press ...
10/17/2025Mass poisoning incident in Armavir: Nine individuals sought medical assistance
Nine residents of Armavir, Armenia, have sought medical assistance after reportedly being poisoned by donuts and lahmajo, according to the Food Safety Inspectorate. YEREVAN, October 10. /ARKA/. Nine residents of Armavir, Armenia, have sought medical assistance after reportedly being poisoned by donuts and lahmajo, according to the Food Safety Inspectorate. The inspectorate received a notification ...
10/10/2025Manufacturing production in Armenia declines by 13.2% during first eight months, totaling 1.2 trillion drams
... compared to the same period in 2024, as reported by the Statistical Committee of Armenia. Furthermore, the industrial output for August was 164,258.5 million drams, indicating a 7.3% increase relative to August 2024, and a 14.3% rise compared to July 2025. Food production constituted the largest portion of the industry's overall structure in the first eight months of this year, representing 31.8%. This segment experienced a 3.8% increase compared to the first eight months of the previous year, generating ...
10/07/2025Armenia's foreign trade turnover decreased by 41.1% over first eight months, amounting to $12.9 billion
... semi-precious stones, precious metals and products made of them" - $ 1,582,253.4 thousand (a decline of 75.8% compared to January-August 2024), "machinery, equipment and mechanisms" - $ 830,252.4 thousand (a decline of 1.7%), "finished food industry products" - $ 755,414.7 thousand (an increase of 28.8%), "mining industry" - $ 715,411.5 thousand (an increase of 4.4%), "textiles and products made of them" - $ 213,456.0 thousand (a decline of 11.5%), "products ...
10/06/2025Year-on-year inflation rate in Armenia recorded at 3.7% in September
... October 3. /ARKA/. In September 2025, when compared to September 2024, Armenia's inflation rate stood at 3.7%, reflecting a monthly rise of 0.3%, the Statistical Committee (Armstat) said. In September 2025, relative to September 2024, the prices of food items and non-alcoholic beverages rose by 5.8%, with a monthly increase of 0.3%. In September, the prices of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products saw a year-on-year increase of 6.8%, along with a 0.3% rise compared to August of the current year....
10/03/2025Regulator suspends operations of catering facility in central Yerevan
Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate conducted inspections at a catering facility owned by Beverayin Watch LLC (Yerevan, Teryan Street). YEREVAN, October 3. /ARKA/. Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate conducted inspections at a catering facility owned by Beverayin ...
10/03/2025Acba Bank supports establishment of more than 1,240 hectares of intensive gardens
... country to establish them as an international brand. The Asian Development Bank is prepared to extend its support to ensure that these products gain international branding and recognition," stated Yasmin Siddique, Director of the ADB Agriculture, Food, Nature and Rural Development Sector. ACBA Bank is supervised by the Central Bank of Armenia.-0-
10/01/2025Regulator in Armenia suspends one of Elola's production functions
Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate conducted inspections at Elola's dairy production facility (Verishen village, Syunik Province), the regulator's press service reported. YEREVAN, October 1. /ARKA/. Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate conducted inspections at ...
10/01/2025World Bank Identifies Drivers of Economic Activity Growth in Armenia in July
... the World Bank's "Armenia Monthly Economic Update – September 2025." Industrial growth was buoyed by a 31.5 percent (yoy) surge in electricity production; and by a 3.3 percent (yoy) rise in manufacturing, supported by greater production of food (up 11 percent, yoy) and tobacco (up 39 percent, yoy). Mining activity remains volatile, falling 8.4 percent (yoy) in July, following 10 percent (yoy) growth in June. Trade grew 3 percent (yoy). Monthly business registrations increased 4 percent ...
09/30/2025Regulator suspended operations at one of the Aygek Poultry Farm's production facilities due to non-compliance with hygiene standards
Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia conducted an inspection of the poultry processing and repackaging facility at Aygek Poultry Farm LLC (Armavir Region, Aygek village). YEREVAN, September 26. /ARKA/. Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia conducted ...
09/26/2025Phenomenon of high prices: Head of the Central Bank of Armenia explained why prices for goods and services are high in Armenia
... expensive in Armenia. "There are several phenomena, especially in terms of goods. We are a closed country; in terms of transportation, we pay more than our neighbors. This is a negative aspect," he said. Responding to a question about why food products are expensive in Armenia, particularly in restaurants that prepare food from local produce, Galstyan said that external interference is, one way or another, present. "If we look at price developments after 2022, when there was an influx ...
09/26/2025Armenia to participate in Food Africa 2025 food and beverage exhibition in Cairo
Armenia will showcase its products with a separate pavilion at the 10th international food and beverage exhibition, Food Africa 2025, which will be held from December 9 to 12 in Cairo. YEREVAN, September 24. /ARKA/. Armenia will showcase its products with a separate pavilion at the 10th international food and beverage exhibition, Food ...
09/24/2025Armenian Regulator Engages in Dialogue on Aligning Food Safety Standards with EU Experts
Opportunities for improving food safety in Armenia and harmonizing it with EU standards were discussed at a meeting between Hayk Sargsyan, Deputy Head of the Armenian Regulatory Authority, and senior EU experts Alberto Mantovani, Ariano Dominique, and Meline Beglaryan. YEREVAN, September ...
09/23/2025Regulatory authority in Armenia halts production of sausages by well-known brand
Officials from Armenia's Food Safety Inspectorate carried out inspections and collected samples for laboratory analysis at the meat production facility of the Meat Food company in Yerevan. YEREVAN, September 15. /ARKA/. Officials from Armenia's Food Safety Inspectorate carried ...
09/15/2025Armenia and United States engage in discussions to enhance economic cooperation and boost trade turnover
... increasing trade turnover between the two nations, as reported by the press service of the Economy Ministry. The dialogue covered the advancement of bilateral relations across several critical sectors, including trade and investment, agriculture and food security, energy, high technology and innovation, information technology and the digital economy, as well as tourism. Both parties underscored the significance of enhancing mutually beneficial cooperation and expressed their willingness to persist ...
09/12/2025Armenia to take part in international agricultural exhibition “Agro Pack 2025” in Iraq
Armenia will take part in the 8th international agricultural exhibition-fair for processing and packaging of food products “Agro Pack 2025” in Erbil (Iraq) from November 24 to 27. YEREVAN, September 11. /ARKA/. Armenia will take part in the 8th international agricultural exhibition-fair for processing and packaging of food products “Agro Pack 2025” ...
09/11/2025Regulator halts operations at Armavir restaurant following 12 cases of food poisoning
After an evaluation by the Food Safety Inspectorate, the operation of the Armavir Garden catering establishment in the town of Armavir, owned by individual entrepreneur Zaven Shahikyan, have been suspended, as reported by the regulator's press service. YEREVAN, September 9. /ARКА/....
09/09/2025Twelve individuals hospitalized due to food poisoning in Armavir
The Armavir branch of the Food Safety Inspectorate received a notification from the regional division of the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention indicating that two individuals were admitted to the Armavir medical center with a diagnosis of "food poisoning"....
09/08/2025Samvel Karapetyan emphasizes necessity for genuine reforms in Armenia's agricultural sector
... engaged in purchasing crops from farmers must be so high that, by selling their products, the farmer can finally make a profit, ensuring the well-being of his family. And our agricultural products can become good raw materials for the development of the food industry,” he noted. According to Karapetyan, in a few years, large internationally recognized companies should be represented and operating in Armenia, which will ensure a qualitatively new growth in the pace of tourism development and new conditions....
09/08/2025EDB names factors accelerating price growth for a number of goods in Armenia
The acceleration of price growth for food and non-food products is due to the dynamics of international food prices and prices for imported non-food products, according to the weekly macro review of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB). YEREVAN, September 8. /ARKA/. The acceleration of price ...
09/08/2025Gasoline in Armenia experienced a price reduction of 2.9% in August, while diesel fuel saw a decrease of 2.4%
... respectively, when compared to July of the same year. Furthermore, in August of this year, gasoline prices decreased by 4.3% compared to December of the previous year, while diesel fuel prices declined by 0.7%. Overall, statistics indicate that in the non-food market, prices in August of this year increased by 1.1% compared to August of last year, and by 0.4% compared to July of the same year.-0-
09/03/2025In August, 12-month inflation in Armenia amounted to 3.6%, while prices increased by 0.2% over the month
... August 2025, inflation in Armenia reached 3.6% compared to August 2024, while there was a 0.2% increase over the month. This information is supported by the report from the National Statistical Committee (NSC). According to the NSC, in August 2025, food products and soft drinks saw a price increase of 4.9% compared to August 2024, while prices remained stable over the month. In August, the prices of alcoholic beverages and tobacco rose by 6.6% year-on-year, and by 0.2% compared to July of the current ...
09/03/2025Regulator halts production of two varieties of cheese by Golden Goat
During inspections conducted at the dairy plant owned by Golden Goat company, personnel from the Yerevan branch of the Food Safety Inspectorate collected product samples and forwarded them for bacteriological analysis, as reported by the regulator's press service. YEREVAN, September 2. /ARKA/. During inspections conducted at the dairy plant owned by Golden Goat company,...
09/02/2025Dairy production standards may be tightened in Armenia
Higher safety criteria in the dairy production sector should be established in Armenia. YEREVAN, September 2. /ARKA/. Higher safety criteria in the dairy production sector should be established in Armenia. This was announced at a meeting of the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia with the participation of representatives of local dairy processing companies, including cheese producers. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Head of the Inspectorate Hayk Sargsyan, discussed issues of strict compliance with ...
09/02/2025AgriFest 2025: agricultural festival with local flavor to be held in Syunik, Armenia
... representatives of the agricultural and creative spheres on one platform,” the report says. The festival will feature over 60 local producers, thematic photo zones, Quick Talk, business consultations, a DJ and a concert program, master classes, delicious food and drinks. AgriFest by Impact Hub Syunik is co-financed by the European Union, the ACBA Federation and Impact Hub Syunik. The EU support is provided within the framework of the Three4ResilientArmenia program, which is implemented by the Armenian ...
09/01/2025Regulator has suspended the work of kitchen of humanitarian NGO "Armenian Caritas"
Inspectors of the Shirak Center of the Food Safety Inspection Authority of Armenia conducted inspections in the kitchen of the food facility belonging to the humanitarian NGO "Armenian Caritas", the press service of the regulator reported. YEREVAN, September 1. /ARKA/. Inspectors of ...
09/01/2025Armenia and China poised to enhance trade turnover and mutual investments - joint statement
... side endorses the Armenian side in utilizing online platforms to promote and market high-quality products. Armenia also welcomes the proactive participation of the Chinese side in international exhibitions and fairs conducted in Armenia, including EXPO Food and Drinks, ArmProd EXPO», «Build EXPO», «Industrial Armenia EXPO», «DigiTec Expo», «ArmHighTech Exhibition» and others. The Parties convey their willingness to further enhance mutual investments to bolster collaboration in sectors such ...
08/31/2025Control over quarantine phytosanitary goods in Armenia and Russia to be enhanced –regulator
The Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate has announced that from September 1, 2025, there will be enhanced control over quarantine phytosanitary goods and adherence to legislative requirements in both Armenia and Russia. YEREVAN, August 27. /ARКА/. The Armenian Food ...
08/27/2025Marila sour cream found to deviate from established standards
Officials from the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia carried out an inspection at the dairy production facility Marila LLC, located in Kapan city, Syunik region. YEREVAN, August 26. /ARКА/. Officials from the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia carried out an inspection ...
08/26/2025Development of European Commission's strategy to address foot-and-mouth disease was a topic of discussion in Armenia
... ongoing processes and future collaboration prospects with the European Commission. It was highlighted that in 2025, Armenia became the 40th honorary member of the European Commission for the Control of Foot-and-Mouth Disease, which operates under the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The Deputy Minister emphasized that this membership represents a significant advancement in enhancing Armenia's involvement in public health and fostering international cooperation. Established ...
08/22/2025Production of sour cream, cottage cheese, rezhan, and matsun halted at Vardenis dairy plant
An inspection conducted by the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia at the Eco Milk Group dairy facility in Vardenis (Gegharkunik region) uncovered several violations, leading to a temporary suspension of the production of certain product types. YEREVAN, August 20. /ARКА/. An inspection ...
08/20/2025Armenia and Iran sign documents on cooperation in a number of areas
... and Iranian Ambassador to Armenia Mehdi Sobhani signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of medical product regulation between the Expert Center for Medicines and Medical Technologies of the Armenian Ministry of Health and the Food and Drug Administration of the Iranian Ministry of Health and Medical Education. Director of the National Archives of the Republic of Armenia Artur Stepanyan and Deputy Minister of Culture and Islamic Leadership Rayed Faridzade signed a Memorandum ...
08/19/2025Operation of Cheese Factory in Yeghegnadzor Suspended
The head of Armenia's Food Safety Inspectorate ordered to suspend the operations of the Golden Goat cheese factory in Yeghegnadzor due to a set of breaches of sanitary and hygienic regulations. YEREVAN, August 19. /ARKA/. The head of Armenia's Food Safety Inspectorate ordered ...
08/19/2025Papoyan names sectors that showed growth in exports to EU in 7 months
... same period last year. YEREVAN, August 18. /ARKA/. Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan revealed the growth in exports to the European Union in three areas in the first seven months of 2025 compared to the same period last year. "Finished food products surged by 56%, alcoholic beverages by 20%, and aluminum products by 35%," he announced in a Facebook post. According to the minister, these growth figures are due to the government's assistance program, which compensates for customs ...
08/18/2025Armenia to develop national strategy to ensure all schoolchildren have access to nutritious food by 2030
With the support of the UN World Food Programme (WFP), the Armenian government plans to develop a national strategy and action plan to provide school meals across the country. YEREVAN, August 12. /ARKA/. With the support of the UN World Food Programme (WFP), the Armenian government ...
08/12/2025Twenty-one Armenian flower suppliers received permission to export their products to Russia
... companies engaged in flower cultivation and export, which were inspected by the Armenian regulator and Russian agricultural watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor, received permission to export their products to Russia. "For a month and a half, specialists from the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia and the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Control of Russia (Rosselkhoznadzor) had been conducting joint online video monitoring activities in the greenhouses of Armenian flower-growing companies," the ...
08/12/2025EDB identifies factors that could force regulator to keep refinancing rate unchanged
... longer period than expected. At its meeting on August 5, the Central Bank of Armenia kept the refinancing rate at 6.75%. "Inflation in Armenia slowed to 3.4% year over year (y/y) in July, down from 3.9% y/y in June, largely due to the slowdown in food price growth. At the same time, the risks of stronger external pro-inflationary impacts and an expansion of domestic demand have increased. This increases the likelihood of maintaining the current refinancing rate for a longer period than previously ...
08/11/2025Armenia exported 2.3 times more flowers to Russia than last year
... beginning of 2025, more than 71.1 million pieces have been delivered, which is 47% more than the 48.5 million pieces delivered during the same period in 2024. Last year, a total of 84.4 million pieces of flower products were shipped. According to the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia, the export of flowers from Armenia to the Russian Federation is permitted for 14 companies that grow flowers. Recently, however, Rosselkhoznadzor had restricted the import of flowers from Armenia, stating that quarantine ...
08/08/2025E. coli found in "Biokat" matsun
As part of an inspection conducted at the Biokat LLC dairy production facility in the Akhtanak district of Yerevan, inspectors from the Yerevan Center of the Food Safety Inspectorate collected and sent samples of sour cream (18%), matsun (5%), peach yogurt (1.5%), and Chechil cheese (45%) for laboratory testing. YEREVAN, August 7. /ARKA/. As part of an inspection conducted at the Biokat LLC dairy production ...
08/07/2025Armenia's foreign trade in H1 slashes by by 45% to $9.7 billion
... were precious and semi-precious stones, precious metals, and products ($1,299,506.7 thousand, a 77% decline compared to January–June 2024); machinery, equipment, and mechanisms" ($551,200.3 thousand, a 9.4% decline); finished products of the food industry ($550,774.5 thousand, a 31.9% increase); mining industry ($516,309 thousand).9 thousand (an increase of 4.7%), textiles - $155,406.6 thousand (a decline of 12.1%), base metals and products - $146,251.5 thousand (a decline of 11.4%). Imports ...
08/06/2025Food products in Armenia in July increased in price by 4.7% over a year, and decreased by 2.7% over a month
In July 2025, prices for food products and soft drinks increased by 4.7% compared to July 2024, but decreased by 2.7% over the course of one month. This information comes from the National Statistical Committee of Armenia's report. YEREVAN, August 6: /ARKA/. In July 2025,...
08/06/2025Gasoline in Armenia fell in price by 1.4% in July, and diesel fuel by 3.9%
... of the same year increased by 3.9% and 5.2%, respectively. At the same time, in June of this year, compared to December last year, the price of gasoline decreased by 4.4%, and diesel fuel by 1.1%. Overall, according to statistics, prices on the non-food market in July of this year increased by 0.1% compared to July of last year, and remained unchanged compared to June of this year.-0-
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