The European Commission updates restrictions on dangerous plant pests, prohibiting their introduction or spread in the EU. It affects importers, farmers and operators in the plant sector.
Importers, farmers, nurseries, plant sector operators and phytosanitary authorities
The European Commission modifies the maximum permitted levels of benomyl, carbendazim and thiophanate-methyl residues in certain foodstuffs. These changes affect food safety and the trade of agricultural products.
Farmers, agri-food industry, importers and exporters of plant products
Catalonia creates new simplified urban planning figures for rural municipalities and facilitates their public procurement. The objective is to curb depopulation and regularize existing buildings.
Rural Catalan municipalities (<2,000 inhabitants), owners of rural buildings and bidding companies
The EU establishes mandatory measures to prevent and eradicate a nematode pest affecting rice and other crops. It replaces the previous 2022 regulation.
Rice farmers, nurseries, host plant operators and phytosanitary authorities in the EU
The EU adapts its Mediterranean fishing regulations to comply with international commitments in the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean. It affects fishing rules in Mediterranean waters.
Fishermen, fishing companies and authorities operating in the Mediterranean Sea
Remuneration values for operation in the third quarter of 2026 are updated for renewable electrical installations, cogeneration and waste whose costs depend on fuel prices.
Holders of renewable electrical installations, cogeneration and waste with specific remuneration regime
The EU expands the list of composite foods (cereals, vegetables, fruits, sauces...) that do not require border controls, simplifying their importation.
Importers, exporters and operators of processed composite food products to the EU
The European Commission rejects the use of terbutryn, BIT and TMAD in biocides for material preservation and pest control. Manufacturers must withdraw or reformulate their products.
Manufacturers, importers and distributors of biocidal products containing these substances
The EU Council adjusts fishing possibilities for certain species in Community waters and the Baltic for 2026-2028. European fishing vessels will see their catch quotas modified.
Shipowners, fishing companies and EU vessels operating in European waters and the Baltic Sea
The EU Council approves the European stance before the international olive oil body on the official tasting and sensory evaluation method. It affects the quality standards for virgin olive oil in the market.
Producers, bottlers, exporters and importers of virgin olive oil