Farm to Fork Strategy

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

EU Commission Analyses Non-Authorised Pesticide Substances in Organic Products Under Regulation (EU) 2018/848

The European Commission has released a performance analysis of Member State investigations into pesticide contamination within organic supply chains under Regulation (EU) 2018/848. Businesses should anticipate stricter enforcement of traceability and precautionary protocols, as approximately one-third of investigated contamination cases now result in the loss of organic market access.

2 Apr 2026, 16:40ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Report on Article 29 of the Organic Production Regulation

The European Commission has released a report assessing how Member States handle non-authorised substance detections in organic products under Regulation (EU) 2018/848. Businesses should monitor this assessment as it signals potential future harmonisation of enforcement actions and contamination thresholds across the EU organic supply chain.

2 Apr 2026, 12:39ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Romania ANF Installs Final Equipment for New Residue-Analysis Laboratories in Bacău, Slatina and Arad

Romania is significantly expanding its pesticide residue monitoring capacity with three new laboratories set to become operational for the upcoming agricultural season. Companies should prepare for increased market surveillance and more frequent phytosanitary testing of plant-based products in the Romanian market.

2 Apr 2026, 07:55anfdf.roRomania

EU EFSA Opens Peer Review of Pesticide Active Substance Tri-allate

EFSA has commenced the peer review for the renewal of the herbicide Tri-allate following the submission of the assessment report in March 2026. This process will determine the long-term regulatory status and potential use restrictions for Tri-allate-based products within the EU market.

1 Apr 2026, 18:46open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

Norway (Mattilsynet) Opens Electronic Plant Protection Record‑Keeping API From 1 May 2026

Norway will launch a mandatory electronic pesticide record-keeping API in May 2026, implementing EU-harmonized reporting requirements for professional users. Companies must ensure digital systems are compatible with new data models to maintain compliance and support increasing transparency demands across the agricultural supply chain.

1 Apr 2026, 18:45mattilsynet.noNorway

EU Commission Adopts Regulation 2026/742 Updating MRLs for Cyflufenamid, Fenazaquin and Nicotine

The EU has updated Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) for cyflufenamid, fenazaquin, and nicotine in food and feed products, effective April 20, 2026. Businesses must ensure supply chain compliance with revised limits and prepare for significant nicotine MRL reviews scheduled for 2029 and 2030.

1 Apr 2026, 18:40eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Replies to National Parliaments and Confirms Forthcoming EU Plant-Based Protein Action Plan

The European Commission has confirmed the launch of a comprehensive EU plant-based protein action plan by mid-2026 to address import dependencies. Businesses should anticipate a strategic shift toward localized protein sourcing and potential new sustainability and labeling standards for alternative proteins.

1 Apr 2026, 18:34ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Calabria Region Confirms Emergency Derogation for Plant‑Protection Product CLOSER (Sulfoxaflor) on Citrus and Stone Fruit

Calabria has authorized an emergency derogation for the pesticide CLOSER (sulfoxaflor) on citrus and stone fruits, effective until July 9, 2026. This highlights ongoing regional reliance on emergency authorizations for pest management, requiring supply chain teams to monitor local compliance windows and residue risks.

1 Apr 2026, 14:41regione.calabria.itItalyIT_78

EU/EFSA Registers Intake Application for Allyl Isothiocyanate as New PPP Active Substance

EFSA has commenced the formal risk assessment of allyl isothiocyanate following a March 2026 application for its approval as a new active substance in plant protection products. This signals the potential expansion of the EU’s approved pesticide portfolio, requiring stakeholders to monitor the assessment for future market access and substitution opportunities.

1 Apr 2026, 14:17open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Confirms Siltac Is a Plant Protection Product Requiring Authorisation Under Regulation 1107/2009

The European Commission confirmed in March 2026 that products acting via physical mechanisms, such as Siltac, are classified as Plant Protection Products (PPPs) under Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009. Manufacturers must now secure full PPP authorizations for continued market access, ending the use of non-PPP regulatory pathways for siloxane-based insect control.

31 Mar 2026, 21:29europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Sweden: New Spray-Log Documentation Rules and 2027 Digital-Only Requirement for Professional Plant Protection Products

Sweden is mandating expanded record-keeping for professional plant protection product use starting January 2026, with a transition to digital-only documentation by 2027. Professional users must modernize data management systems to capture granular application details, ensuring compliance with stricter traceability and sustainable use reporting standards.

31 Mar 2026, 19:19jordbruksverket.seSweden

EU Commission Regulation Amending Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 on MRLs for Certain Substances

The European Commission is moving to exempt five substances, including magnesium hydroxide and grape seed extract, from pesticide residue limit (MRL) requirements under Regulation (EC) No 396/2005. This inclusion in Annex IV reduces the regulatory burden for food and feed operators, streamlining market access for products treated with these low-risk substances.

31 Mar 2026, 19:01ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Proposes Amendments to Maximum Levels of 3‑MCPD and Glycidyl Esters in Certain Foods

The European Commission has proposed stricter maximum levels for 3‑MCPD and glycidyl esters in baby foods and vegetable oils, with a planned application date of January 1, 2027. Food manufacturers and oil refiners must prepare for tighter analytical compliance and potential reformulation to meet new safety thresholds for sensitive consumer categories.

29 Mar 2026, 19:25docs.wto.orgEuropean Union

EU Council Presidency Suggests Amendments to Organic Production Regulation on Imports, Logo Use and Certification

The EU Council Presidency has proposed amendments to the Organic Production Regulation, extending third-country equivalence to 2036 and revising EU logo rules for imported ingredients. This shift requires supply chain adjustments for processed goods using imported organic components while offering operational relief through simplified certification and broader access to cleaning agents.

29 Mar 2026, 19:02data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

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

EU Commission Revokes Authorisation for GM Maize MON 87419 and Repeals Decision (EU) 2023/2134

The European Commission has revoked the market authorisation for GM maize MON 87419, effectively repealing the 2023 approval. Businesses must identify and remove affected products from EU supply chains to maintain compliance and mitigate enforcement risks.

29 Mar 2026, 06:08ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EFSA Publishes Consultation Outcome on Cypermethrin Risk Assessment Under EU Pesticides Regulation

EFSA has published a technical report updating the risk assessment for the insecticide cypermethrin following a review of confirmatory data. This updated evidence base will inform future EU risk-management decisions, potentially leading to revised use conditions or restrictions for products containing this substance.

29 Mar 2026, 05:43efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

Netherlands Senate Issues Report on EC Rejection of Nitrates Derogation and 2026 Manure Nitrogen Limit

The European Commission has rejected the Netherlands' request for a new Nitrates Directive derogation, mandating a strict 170 kg N/ha manure limit for 2026. Stakeholders must prepare for intensified enforcement and a more restrictive 8th Nitrates Action Programme (2026-2029) targeting water quality and ammonia emissions.

28 Mar 2026, 20:37zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

Spain Senate Agriculture Commission Debates Shortages of Plant Protection Actives and Exceptional Authorisations

Spanish Senate hearing highlights intense political pressure to expand emergency authorizations for plant protection products amid critical substance shortages (March 2026). This signals a potential shift toward more flexible market access in Spain for substances like mancozeb and flufenacet to protect agricultural competitiveness.

28 Mar 2026, 20:37senado.esSpainEuropean Union