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Updated conditions for use of marigold extracts as additives in poultry feed

21 Jul 2026 62 views
Who is affected:
Feed and additive manufacturers for poultry, poultry producers in the EU

Summary

The EU modifies the authorizations of Tagetes erecta extracts (marigold) rich in lutein used in feed for chickens, hens and turkeys. The technical terms of their use as additives in animal feed are adjusted.

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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1712 amends two previous regulations (2020/1097 and 2025/1928) to update and correct the authorization conditions for Tagetes erecta extracts rich in lutein and lutein/zeaxanthin as additives in feed. It affects broiler and laying poultry (except turkeys, regulated separatel…

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OJ:L_202601712: Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2026/1712 de la Comisión, de 20 de julio de 2026, por el que se modifica y corrige el Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2020/1097 en lo que respecta a los términos de la autorización de los extractos de Tagetes erecta ricos en luteína y a base de luteína/ceaxantina como aditivos en piensos para aves de corral de engorde y ponedoras (excepto los pavos) y para especies menores de aves de corral de engorde y ponedoras, y se modifica el Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2025/1928 en lo que respecta a los términos de la autorización del extracto rico en luteína de Tagetes erecta L. para pavos de engorde

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