Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)

Croatia Presents Seven Draft Ordinances on Agriculture, Land Use, Fisheries and Strong Alcoholic Beverages

Croatia has introduced seven draft ordinances targeting land use, fisheries, and the spirits sector, notably proposing new annual reporting for ethyl alcohol production. Impacted operators should prepare for enhanced supply chain transparency requirements and tighter land-use restrictions as these proposals transition into formal regulation.

5 Apr 2026, 19:20poljoprivreda.gov.hrCroatia

EU JRC Publishes Study On Organic Transition In EU Agriculture

The EU Joint Research Centre has published a study validating that transitioning to organic farming significantly reduces chemical input use while maintaining or improving farm profitability. These findings provide the technical justification for future EU policy shifts toward stricter pesticide and fertilizer restrictions and performance-based agricultural subsidies.

4 Apr 2026, 10:57publications.jrc.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

European Parliament Written Question on Impact of the Middle East Crisis on EU Farmers, Input Costs and Food Supply Chains (P-001169/2026)

MEPs are demanding urgent Commission action to mitigate soaring fertilizer and energy costs resulting from escalating Middle East geopolitical tensions. Strategic planning should account for potential market-distorting State aid and CAP crisis measures aimed at stabilizing nitrogen fertilizer supplies and agricultural input costs.

1 Apr 2026, 18:51europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Brittany Adopts 2026–2031 Regional Action Plan for Pollinators and Pollination

Brittany has adopted a regional pollinator action plan for 2026–2031, operationalizing EU and national biodiversity targets at the local level. While not creating new legal duties, the plan will steer regional funding and land-use policy toward stricter pesticide reduction and habitat restoration.

31 Mar 2026, 21:27draaf.bretagne.agriculture.gouv.frFrance

EU DG AGRI Convenes Joint Livestock Meeting on Feed Circularity and Feed Additives

EU DG AGRI is convening a high-level meeting on April 29, 2026, to address feed circularity and regulatory hurdles for innovative feed additives. This signals a policy push toward strategic autonomy in feed supply chains and potential streamlining of market access for sustainable agricultural inputs.

29 Mar 2026, 17:30ec.europa.euEuropean Union

V4, Bulgaria And Romania Agriculture Ministers Adopt Joint Declaration On Future CAP, EU Budget And Lead Use In Ammunition And Fishing

Six EU member states adopted a joint declaration in March 2026 to influence future agricultural funding and rework proposed lead restrictions in ammunition and fishing tackle. This coordinated political push indicates a shift toward prioritizing national flexibility and technical feasibility, potentially delaying or softening upcoming REACH chemical bans.

28 Mar 2026, 17:06mze.gov.czEuropean UnionCzechiaHungaryPolandSlovakiaBulgariaRomania

EU ENVI Committee Proposes CAP 2028–2034 Amendments on Pesticide and Fertiliser Conditionality

The EU ENVI Committee has proposed tightening the link between 2028–2034 agricultural subsidies and strict compliance with pesticide, fertiliser, and water protection regulations. This development signals a shift toward mandatory digital record-keeping and performance-based environmental standards, increasing pressure on the agri-chemical supply chain to support farm-level compliance.

28 Mar 2026, 16:57europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/149 Amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1172 (CAP IACS Quality Evaluation)

EU Regulation 2026/149, applying from January 2026, consolidates CAP quality evaluations for parcel identification, geospatial applications, and area monitoring into a single annual assessment. This shift toward a unified, imagery-based monitoring system simplifies administrative compliance while increasing the precision of eligibility checks for sustainability-linked agricultural payments.

27 Mar 2026, 21:26eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/129 Amending CAP Paying Agency Performance Reporting Rules

EU Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/129 enters into force on March 29, 2026, aligning CAP financial management with the latest simplification reforms. The update streamlines administrative reporting for national paying agencies by replacing annual performance clearance with multiannual monitoring, ensuring procedural consistency without impacting farm-level operations.

27 Mar 2026, 21:23data.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Adopts Delegated Regulation 2026/177 on CAP Hemp THC Controls, Market Withdrawals and GAEC 1

The EU has updated CAP rules to simplify market withdrawal interventions and formalize THC monitoring requirements for hemp cultivation, effective March 2026. Businesses in the hemp and produce sectors should review revised seed certification standards and expenditure caps to ensure continued compliance and optimize subsidy recovery.

27 Mar 2026, 20:54eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

European Parliament Adopts First-Reading Position on Wine Sector Support and Spirit Drink Labelling

The European Parliament adopted its first-reading position in February 2026 on new wine sector rules, harmonizing "alcohol-free" labelling and easing digital disclosure requirements. Producers must adapt to mandatory de-alcoholisation statements and updated vineyard management rules, while leveraging simplified branding and flexible e-labelling options.

27 Mar 2026, 18:42europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Baden‑Württemberg Announces New FAKT II Measure "Rotational Fallow in Viticulture" (E16) From 2027

Baden-Württemberg has announced a new €2,500/ha subsidy for rotational fallow in viticulture starting in 2027 under the FAKT II agro-environmental scheme. The measure mandates a total ban on fertilizers and plant protection products on participating plots, reinforcing the regional policy shift toward chemical-free viticulture and regenerative land use.

27 Mar 2026, 07:02mlr.baden-wuerttemberg.deGermany

Croatia: Agriculture Ministry Previews Hunting Act Amendments, Fruit Fly Programme and New Fisheries and CAP Support Rules

Croatia has announced a legislative package including Hunting Act amendments, a new Mediterranean fruit fly control program, and updated CAP and fisheries support rules for 2026. The measures signal a shift toward non-chemical pest management and increased investment in agricultural modernization, requiring stakeholders to prepare for revised subsidy criteria and hunting lease conditions.

22 Mar 2026, 13:38poljoprivreda.gov.hrCroatia

Netherlands Briefs Parliament on EU CMO Regulation Agreement and Final 2025 CAP Payment Rates

EU negotiators reached a provisional agreement in March 2026 to revise the CMO Regulation, mandating written supply contracts and restricting meat-related terminology for plant-based or cultivated products. Businesses must prepare for stricter labeling requirements and contract transparency, though Dutch opposition highlights ongoing debate over regulatory barriers to alternative protein innovation.

20 Mar 2026, 06:27open.overheid.nlNetherlandsEuropean Union

EU: EEB Lodges Complaint With European Ombudswoman Over Commission’s CAP 2028–2034 Reform Process

A formal complaint has been lodged with the European Ombudswoman alleging procedural failures in the development of the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for 2028–2034. This legal challenge signals potential delays in policy finalization and underscores the growing litigation risk surrounding the alignment of sectoral regulations with the European Climate Law.

19 Mar 2026, 19:29eeb.orgEuropean Union

Greece Ministry Of Rural Development Signals Possible Cap On Fertiliser Subsidies And Support Measures

Greece is considering imminent price caps or new subsidy schemes for fertilizers to mitigate rising energy costs. Market participants should prepare for potential price interventions that could impact margins and distribution strategies in the Greek agricultural sector.

19 Mar 2026, 19:27minagric.grGreece

Lower Saxony Agriculture Ministry Seeks EU Voluntary Milk Supply Reduction Scheme

Lower Saxony is pushing for a voluntary milk supply reduction scheme with EU-funded compensation to stabilize crashing farm-gate prices. Dairy supply chains should prepare for potential market intervention and upcoming mandatory contract requirements as EU-level negotiations on the CMO Regulation progress.

18 Mar 2026, 16:04ml.niedersachsen.deGermanyEuropean Union

EU Commission Launches Call for Evidence on EU Strategy for Livestock

The European Commission has launched a call for evidence for a new EU Strategy for Livestock, with a formal Communication expected in Q2 2026. This initiative signals a long-term shift toward stricter environmental, animal welfare, and circularity standards, potentially impacting future trade conditions and production requirements.

14 Mar 2026, 08:30eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Outlines Honey Directive Implementation Deadlines and CAP Support for Beekeepers

The European Commission has set implementation timelines for the revised Honey Directive, with harmonized adulteration detection methods due by June 2028 and mandatory traceability rules by June 2029. Businesses must prepare for stricter EU-wide authenticity testing and origin-labeling requirements aimed at combating food fraud and ensuring supply chain transparency.

13 Mar 2026, 12:57europarl.europa.euEuropean UnionCyprus

EU Commission Confirms Review of Environmental Footprint Methods for Natural Fibres

The European Commission is refining Environmental Footprint (EF) methodologies to better reflect the land-use, biodiversity, and biogenic carbon impacts of natural fibres. This update will directly influence how textile products are assessed under future green claim regulations, potentially shifting the competitive landscape between natural and synthetic materials.

12 Mar 2026, 09:43europarl.europa.euEuropean Union