Key data
| Regulation | Order APA/364/2026, of April 15 (amends Order APA/861/2024, of August 7) |
|---|---|
| Publication | April 21, 2026 |
| Entry into force | Not specified in the published regulation |
| Affected parties | Producers, processors and marketers of the white pork sector in Spain |
| Category | Agriculture and Fisheries |
| Campaigns | 2024/2025, 2025/2026, 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 |
| Interprofessional organization | Interporc (Interprofessional Association of White Pork) |
If you operate in the white pork sector in Spain, you have an economic obligation that does not depend on whether you are a member of Interporc or not. The Order APA/364/2026, published on April 21, 2026, amends Order APA/861/2024 and updates the mandatory economic contributions for campaigns 2024/2025 through 2027/2028.
The key here is the erga omnes extension: the Interporc agreement extends to the entire sector, which means that the obligation to pay affects any company that produces, processes or markets white pork, regardless of its membership in the interprofessional organization.
What does this regulation establish?
Order APA/364/2026 amends Order APA/861/2024, which was the regulation that originally extended the Interporc agreement to the entire sector and set the mandatory economic contributions. This amendment updates the amounts or conditions applicable to current and future campaigns.
The mandatory economic contributions finance the following areas of Interporc activity:
- Support for livestock production
- Marketing activity
- Defense of sectoral image and reputation
- Science and health area
- Comprehensive sustainability
The validity of the obligations is multi-year and covers four consecutive campaigns:
| Campaign | Status |
|---|---|
| 2024/2025 | In progress |
| 2025/2026 | In progress |
| 2026/2027 | Upcoming |
| 2027/2028 | Future |
The original regulation being amended is Order APA/861/2024, of August 7. The new order adjusts the amounts or conditions of the contribution, so any company that was already complying with the previous regulation must verify whether the new parameters change its specific economic obligation.
Economic and operational impact
The direct impact is a payment obligation that affects the entire value chain of white pork: from the farm to distribution. Since it is an erga omnes extension, there is no possibility of exemption for not belonging to Interporc.
From an operational perspective, companies should consider:
- Review of updated amounts: Order APA/364/2026 amends those set in August 2024, so previous amounts may have changed.
- Multi-year planning: the obligation extends until the 2027/2028 campaign, which allows—and requires—incorporating these items into financial planning for the coming years.
- Impact across the chain: producers, meat processing industries and marketers have differentiated obligations according to their position in the chain, although all are affected.
The exact amounts of the contribution per unit or per ton are not detailed in the summary of available regulations. To know the specific figures applicable to each link in the chain, it is necessary to consult the full text of the Order APA/364/2026 in the BOE.
Who does it affect?
The erga omnes extension of the interprofessional agreement means that the obligation reaches all operators in the white pork sector in Spain, without exception based on size or membership in Interporc:
- Producers: white pork livestock farms, regardless of size.
- Processors: meat processing and transformation companies in the white pork sector.
- Marketers: companies that distribute or market white pork products in Spain.
Not being a member of Interporc does not exempt you from payment. This is the direct consequence of the erga omnes extension: the interprofessional agreement becomes binding for the entire sector.
Practical example
An integrator company that manages white pork production and also markets the final product may be affected in two segments of the chain: as a producer and as a marketer. This means it must review whether Order APA/364/2026 applies a differentiated contribution for each activity it performs within the sector.
Similarly, a meat processing industry that buys live animals, transforms them and sells the resulting products must verify in which position of the chain its contribution obligation is classified and whether the amounts amended by the new order affect its operating budget for campaigns 2025/2026 and beyond.
Given that the regulation is valid until 2027/2028, these items must be reflected in the annual budgets for the next three fiscal years.
What should companies do now?
- Consult the full text of Order APA/364/2026 in the BOE to know the exact updated amounts that apply to your position in the chain (producer, processor or marketer).
- Compare with Order APA/861/2024 to identify what has changed regarding the amounts or conditions you were already applying.
- Review whether your company is correctly complying with contributions for campaigns 2024/2025 and 2025/2026, which are already in progress.
- Incorporate contributions into financial planning for fiscal years 2026, 2027 and 2028, given that the obligation is valid until the 2027/2028 campaign.
- Consult with your legal or tax advisor if your company operates in multiple links in the chain, to determine whether the contribution obligation applies in one or several segments.
Frequently asked questions
Who is obligated to pay Interporc contributions?
All operators in the white pork sector in Spain: producers, processors and marketers, regardless of whether they are members of Interporc. The erga omnes extension of the interprofessional agreement means that the obligation applies to the entire sector.
For which campaigns are these contributions mandatory?
Contributions are mandatory for campaigns 2024/2025, 2025/2026, 2026/2027 and 2027/2028, which represents multi-year validity until 2028.
What are Interporc economic contributions used for?
Contributions finance five areas: support for livestock production, marketing activity, defense of sectoral image and reputation, science and health, and comprehensive sustainability.
What changes with Order APA/364/2026 compared to previous regulations?
Order APA/364/2026, of April 15, 2026, amends Order APA/861/2024, of August 7, 2024. The changes affect the amounts or conditions of contributions, so companies must verify whether the new parameters modify their specific obligations.
Is there any exemption from these mandatory contributions?
No. The erga omnes extension means that all operators in the white pork sector are obligated to pay, regardless of size or membership status in Interporc.
Until when are these contributions valid?
The contributions are valid until the 2027/2028 campaign, which means the obligation extends through 2028.
Official source
Disclaimer: This article is informational in nature and does not constitute legal advice. The information is based on the published text of Order APA/364/2026 and its summary in the Official State Gazette (BOE). For specific guidance on your company's obligations, consult the full text of the regulation and seek advice from a legal or tax professional. The amounts, conditions and specific requirements may vary depending on your position in the value chain and your company's characteristics. CambiosLegales is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the interpretation of this regulation.