A unified legal framework is established for national reference laboratories in agri-food matters and primary production health, organizing their designation and functions.
The EU officially recognizes Valle del Tiétar Oil as PDO, protecting its origin and unique characteristics. This guarantees legal protection to producers in the area throughout Europe.
The EU corrects errors in its commercial retaliation measures regulation. It affects the rules that allow Europe to respond to trade barriers imposed by third countries.
The list of agri-food products subject to inspection in imports and exports with third countries is updated, adding new origin controls for nuts, mushrooms, raisins, bananas and eggs.
The Government authorizes Redexis to connect a biomethane plant to the Linares-Villacarrillo pipeline in Úbeda. This represents a step forward in decarbonizing the Spanish gas system.
The European Commission requires registration of Peking duck imports from China to collect retroactive tariffs if dumping is confirmed.
The EU delays the expiry of hydrogen peroxide approval for biocides types 1 to 5, allowing continued use in disinfection. Affects manufacturers and users of disinfectant and hygiene products.
The European Commission renews authorization to sell food and feed containing or produced from genetically modified corn MON 87460.
The EU approves the use of pure lavender tincture in animal feed and prohibits the hybrid variety. The change affects feed manufacturers throughout Europe.
The European Commission approves the use of Christeyns' peracetic acid biocide product family in the EU. This authorization regulates its marketing and conditions of use.