The EEA Joint Committee modifies the rules on animal and plant health applicable under the EEA agreement. It affects the import and trade of animals, plants and derived products.
The European Commission officially registers Mura/Murai as a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) in the EU's geographical indications register.
The EU Council approves an agreement with Lebanon to participate in PRIMA, a research and innovation programme in the Mediterranean. It updates the framework for scientific cooperation between both parties.
Errors in official veterinary certificate models for importing animals and animal products of animal origin to the European Union are corrected. It affects the forms used in border controls.
The EU and Lebanon modify their scientific cooperation agreement to allow Lebanese participation in PRIMA, the Mediterranean research and innovation programme.
The Ministry of Agriculture declares August 2026 as non-working time for deadline calculation in four ongoing selection processes. Candidates affected will not see their deadlines running during that month.
The EU updates how countries must report on support for the wine sector to measure the impact of the common agricultural policy. It affects the administrative management of wine support programs.
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.
The European Commission authorizes the use of L-valine obtained from a specific bacterium as an additive in feed for all animal species. This amino acid improves animal nutrition safely.
The European Commission modifies the emergency measures in force against sheep and goat pox in Romania. Health restrictions applicable to affected animals and products are adjusted.