Rules for approval of establishments allowed to export animals and animal products to the EU

EU raises MRLs for trifloxystrobin on olives, stem vegetables, herbal infusions, seed spices, and linseeds

European Commission to clarify which rules apply to foods produced using genetically modified micro-organisms

EU increases official controls on certain foods from specific non-EU countries (January 2026)

EU sets benthivalicarb MRLs to LOD for all products, with impacts on grapes and tomatoes

EU lowers MRLs for benfluralin, with potential impact on salsifies

Recent developments in EU trade policy

Additional quota for Auricularia polytricha mushrooms in 2026 to meet EU’s domestic needs

Latest EU overview of food found not to comply with EU law

Feed additives authorised, reauthorised, amended, and withdrawn October–December 2025