Animal Health

France Launches 2026 Écoantibio 3 Call for Projects on Animal Antimicrobial Use

France has opened the 2026 Écoantibio 3 call for projects to fund research, surveillance and practice-change initiatives that reduce antimicrobial and antiparasitic use in animal health, with proposals due by **1 June 2026** via the national Démarche Numérique portal. For veterinary pharmaceutical companies, feed producers and livestock supply chains, this signals continued government focus and funding for antimicrobial stewardship, shaping best practices, surveillance expectations and the direction of future AMR policy.

10 Apr 2026, 15:07agriculture.gouv.frFrance

Italy: Puglia Adopts 2026–2027 Regional Control Plan for Food, Feed, Animal Health and Pesticides

Puglia has extended its official control plan for food, feed, animal health and pesticide use to cover 2026–2027, aligning regional programmes with the EU Official Controls Regulation (Reg (EU) 2017/625) and Italy’s D.Lgs 27/2021.[^1^](https://burp.regione.puglia.it/documents/20135/2757339/DEL_210_2026.pdf/35a74916-bebe-7617-49d2-96a1efc64049?version=1.0&t=1775574271739) Regional health authorities and local ASLs must now update local control plans by June 2026 and prepare extra food‑ and water‑safety inspections for the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games, tightening oversight and compliance expectations across the regional agri‑food and plant‑protection supply chain.[^1^](https://burp.regione.puglia.it/documents/20135/2757339/DEL_210_2026.pdf/35a74916-bebe-7617-49d2-96a1efc64049?version=1.0&t=1775574271739)

10 Apr 2026, 13:29burp.regione.puglia.itIT_75ItalyEuropean Union

Washington Pharmacy Commission Opens Rulemaking On Animal Euthanasia Training Program Guidelines

Washington is transitioning animal euthanasia training guidelines into enforceable regulations to standardize the authorization of personnel handling controlled substances. Affected agencies should anticipate mandatory training criteria and stricter compliance oversight for chemical capture and euthanasia programs.

9 Apr 2026, 14:19content.govdelivery.comUnited States

US FDA Issues Warning Letter to Meds For Vets, LLC for Adulterated and Misbranded Compounded Animal Drugs

The FDA issued a warning letter to a veterinary compounder for distributing adulterated and misbranded drugs produced from bulk substances in violation of CGMP standards. This action underscores strict enforcement of Guidance for Industry #256, targeting pharmacies that bypass approved drug channels or fail to maintain rigorous sterile manufacturing protocols.

9 Apr 2026, 14:13fda.govUnited States

Ukraine Proposes Regulation On State Registration Of Veterinary Medicinal Products

Ukraine has proposed a new registration framework for veterinary medicinal products to align its market access standards with EU Regulation 2019/6. Companies must prepare for rigorous dossier, labeling, and GMP compliance requirements, with phased implementation deadlines beginning in 2026.

9 Apr 2026, 09:55members.wto.orgUkraine

EU Council Presidency Tables Compromise Amendments to Food and Feed Safety Regulations

The EU Council is progressing a comprehensive "omnibus" reform to simplify and strengthen food and feed safety requirements across ten major regulatory frameworks. This initiative signals a move toward more integrated enforcement and streamlined compliance procedures for pesticides, biocides, and food hygiene across the European supply chain.

6 Apr 2026, 18:43eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Greece Updates Register of Approved Animal By-Product Management Units

Greece updated its official register of animal by-product (ABP) management units on March 30, 2026, reflecting current authorizations under Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009. Operators should verify the registration status of their facilities and supply chain partners to ensure uninterrupted compliance with EU sanitary and waste management frameworks.

5 Apr 2026, 05:06minagric.grGreece

Germany Publishes Recast Animal Health Act (TierGesG) in Federal Law Gazette

Germany published a consolidated recast of the Animal Health Act (TierGesG) on April 1, 2026, aligning national disease-control measures with EU animal health and veterinary medicine regulations. Companies must maintain compliance with specific authorization regimes for disinfectants and in-vitro diagnostics, including mandatory manufacturing permits and Friedrich-Loeffler-Institut (FLI) approvals for market access.

4 Apr 2026, 11:50recht.bund.deGermany

Germany Publishes First Amendment To TRBA 462 On Classification Of Viruses And TSE-Associated Agents Into Risk Groups

Germany published the first amendment to TRBA 462 on March 31, 2026, updating the classification of viruses and TSE-associated agents into risk groups. Employers and laboratories must review existing risk assessments and protective measures to ensure alignment with the updated biological agent list and maintain compliance with the Biological Agents Ordinance.

3 Apr 2026, 09:51baua.deGermany

Netherlands CBB Confirms Halved Fine for Dairy Farm’s Veterinary Withdrawal-Period Breach (ECLI:NL:CBB:2026:134)

The Dutch CBB confirmed a reduced €2,500 fine for a dairy farm's failure to observe the mandatory 15-day withdrawal period for a veterinary medicine before slaughter. The decision underscores strict liability for food chain documentation while establishing a precedent for proportionate penalty reductions in cases of isolated administrative errors.

2 Apr 2026, 09:35uitspraken.rechtspraak.nlNetherlands

Switzerland OSAV Temporarily Authorises Import and Marketing of Bovilis Lumpyvax‑E Lumpy Skin Disease Vaccine

Switzerland has granted temporary market access for the Bovilis Lumpyvax-E vaccine through June 2027 to address Lumpy Skin Disease risks. Companies must navigate rigorous batch-specific approvals and GMP standards, signaling a prioritized but strictly regulated emergency procurement pathway for veterinary products.

2 Apr 2026, 08:49fedlex.data.admin.chSwitzerland

Japan MAFF Publishes Amendments to Feed Safety Enforcement Rules and Feed Additive Standards

Japan's MAFF updated feed safety regulations and additive standards on March 30, 2026, introducing a new use category for additives focused on nutrient utilization. Companies must audit product formulations against revised substance specifications and concentration limits to maintain market access for feed and additives in Japan.

1 Apr 2026, 18:26kanpo.go.jpJapan

Canada Approves Genetically Engineered PRRSV-Resistant Pigs For Food And Feed

Canada approved genetically engineered PRRSV-resistant pigs for food and feed use in January 2026. This alignment with major trading partners facilitates biotech adoption in the food supply chain and confirms that no special labeling is required for these gene-edited products.

1 Apr 2026, 14:42canada.caCanada

EU Extends Approval of Glutaraldehyde for Biocidal Product Types 2, 3, 4, 6, 11 and 12 Until 2029

The EU has extended the approval of glutaraldehyde for several biocidal product types until March 2029 to allow for a comprehensive renewal assessment. While this grants manufacturers additional time for compliance, the substance remains a candidate for substitution, necessitating long-term planning for potential alternatives.

31 Mar 2026, 21:30regjeringen.noEuropean UnionNorway

United States – IFSAC Publishes 2023 Foodborne Illness Source Attribution Report

US federal agencies have released the 2023 IFSAC report, attributing major foodborne illness outbreaks to specific food categories based on long-term data. Businesses in high-attribution categories—including poultry, leafy greens, and dairy—should use these findings to benchmark internal safety controls against likely regulatory and enforcement priorities.

29 Mar 2026, 17:06cdc.govUnited States

Norway Fisheries and Ocean Minister Invites Input Meeting on Future Aquaculture Regulation

The Norwegian government is initiating stakeholder consultations in May 2026 to overhaul aquaculture regulations, specifically targeting salmon lice management and sector governance. This signals a shift toward stricter environmental and operational standards, requiring producers to anticipate potential changes in licensing and biosecurity requirements.

29 Mar 2026, 06:20regjeringen.noNorway

Denmark Announces 2026 Medicine-Control Inspections in Pig Herds Focusing on Antibiotic Use

Denmark will conduct targeted inspections of pig herds starting April 2026 to enforce strict antibiotic stewardship and record-keeping compliance. Agricultural operators must prioritize biosecurity and veterinary documentation to mitigate enforcement risks as authorities crack down on routine antimicrobial use.

29 Mar 2026, 05:34foedevarestyrelsen.dkDenmark

Belgium (AFSCA) Issues Circular On Egg Marketing Standards For Hen Eggs

Belgium’s food safety agency (AFSCA) implemented a consolidated circular on egg marketing standards in March 2026, aligning national enforcement with recent EU hygiene and labeling regulations. Operators must ensure strict adherence to updated grading and stamping protocols to mitigate the risk of product downgrading and ensure continued market access under the new inspection regime.

28 Mar 2026, 20:28favv-afsca.beBelgium

US EPA Announces NovoFly GE Screwworm Biopesticide Registration Application and Section 18 Emergency Exemption

The US EPA is reviewing a registration application and emergency exemption for NovoFly, a novel genetically engineered biopesticide, with comments due by April 26, 2026. This signals a move toward large-scale deployment of GE insect technology, requiring stakeholders to monitor evolving biopesticide approval pathways and environmental impact standards.

28 Mar 2026, 16:32public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

Japan Food Safety Commission Announces 1020th Meeting on Pesticides, Feed Additives and GMO Soybean DBN9004

Japan’s Food Safety Commission is conducting safety reviews for the insecticide Fenmezoditiaz, GMO soybean DBN9004, and various feed additives during its March 2026 plenary. These assessments are critical for market access, as they form the basis for upcoming revisions to food and feed standards and substance approvals.

28 Mar 2026, 09:02fsc.go.jpJapan