PPP GB

Plant Protection Products Regulation

Last updated:
28
Aug
2024
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Legislation Overview

Legislation name
Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009
Applicable to
Great Britain
Purpose
To ensure the application of food and feed law, rules on animal health and welfare, plant health, and plant protection products, improving public health and guaranteeing the safety of the food chain.
Scope
Covers all stages of the production, processing, distribution, and importation of food and feed, including animal health and welfare, plant health, and the use of plant protection products.
Key requirements
Regular official controls and other activities to verify compliance with the relevant laws, traceability, and safety standards across the EU.
Penalties
The document likely specifies penalties for non-compliance, including fines, withdrawal of products from the market, and closure of non-compliant businesses.
EXEMPTIONS
Specific exemptions might be detailed for certain types of food and feed, small-scale producers, or traditional practices, under certain conditions.
Guidance
Detailed guidance provided by the UK Health and Safety Executive, and other organisations, to support compliance and implementation of the regulation.