The European Commission approves the commercialization of an ingredient obtained from enzymatically processed egg membranes. The European list of permitted novel foods is updated.
The European Commission authorizes again the marketing of food and feed containing or derived from genetically modified maize NK603 × T25. This renewal allows continued sale of these products in the European market.
The European Commission modifies the lists of authorized countries to import poultry, eggs and fresh meat to the EU, updating the entries for Canada, Chile and the United States.
The European Commission approves the sale of products containing genetically modified maize in three different combinations. This authorization permits its use in food and feed within the EU.
Spain has applied since February 2025 the prohibition on producing and using three persistent chemical pollutants. It affects industries that manufacture or use these compounds, with some temporary exemptions.
The deadline dates are updated for agricultural operators to notify their certified seed stocks, adapting them to the actual harvest and sowing cycle. The new deadlines are February 15 and September 15 of each year.
The EU strengthens measures to protect the Baltic common harbour porpoise, an endangered species, by limiting accidental catches in fishing nets. It affects fishermen operating in the Baltic Sea.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Turespaña will collaborate to promote Spanish gastronomy internationally through digital campaigns, events and social media content during 2026 and 2027.
Spain sets its anchovy quota at 1,632 tonnes for July 2026-June 2027, a 29% decrease from the previous period due to biomass decline. Weekly limits per vessel are established to manage distribution.
The EU Council updates import quotas with reduced or zero tariffs for certain agricultural and industrial products. This facilitates access to raw materials and specific products to the European market under advantageous...