New PFAS limits in food packaging will apply from August 2026. Compliance must be shown in a declaration of conformity that is passed up to the EU importer. This guide explains the new rules and how operators along the agri-food supply chain can prepare.

As novas regras da UE relativas ao bisfenol A (BPA), uma substância química utilizada em embalagens alimentares e em materiais em contacto com os alimentos, entrarão em vigor a partir de meados de 2026. O presente guia explica as novas regras e as medidas que os operadores ao longo da cadeia de aba…

This case study for Ghana assessed the level of awareness of the new EU Regulations on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR) and Bisphenol A (BPA) among regulatory bodies and operators. It presents five essential steps for Ghana to achieve compliance with the new rules.

Este guia explica como se preparar para os novos requisitos da UE, em vigor a partir de 3 de setembro de 2026, relativos à utilização de antimicrobianos (antibióticos, antivirais e antiprotozoários) em animais de criação e em produtos de origem animal destinados ao consumo humano (incluindo a aquic…

Progress in EU trade negotiations with low- and middle-income countries, and other policy developments that may impact on trade in agri-food products: January–March 2026.

Este guia explica as regras da UE aplicáveis aos operadores e grupos de operadores que exportam produtos vegetais biológicos para a União Europeia. Destina-se especificamente aos operadores certificados, que estão em conformidade com o Regulamento da UE relativo à produção biológica (não aos que es…

Progress in EU trade negotiations with low- and middle-income countries, and other policy developments that may impact on trade in agri-food products: September–December 2025.

Progress in EU trade negotiations with low- and middle-income countries, and other policy developments that may impact on trade in agri-food products: April–July 2025.

O Regulamento da UE relativo à Desflorestação (EUDR) obrigará os importadores de determinadas mercadorias e produtos a recolher informações junto dos seus fornecedores, para que possam demonstrar que os seus produtos são “livres de desflorestação”. O presente guia centra-se nos aspetos do EUDR que …

The rules for exporting aquaculture products to the EU are complex, and are changing. This guidance summarises the legislation, including authorisation, residue control plans, listing, and labelling. Upcoming new requirements are highlighted.

Os hidrocarbonetos de óleos minerais (MOH) são uma mistura complexa de compostos químicos que podem entrar na cadeia alimentar. Este guia oferece uma introdução simples aos MOH, às alterações regulamentares da UE que ocorrerão em 2027, aos setores mais afetados e às medidas necessárias para se prep…

The European Union can temporarily set stricter requirements for foods to enter the EU market if it identifies potential risks to public health due to contaminants or pesticide residues in imported products. This guidance describes the many potential impacts of these temporary measures, and the act…

The impacts on low- and middle-income exporting countries of temporary increases of official controls under Regulation 2019/1793 are analysed in this qualitative study commissioned by AGRINFO. The report focuses on the examples of two affected value chains: green beans in Kenya, and dragon fruit in…

Regulation 2019/1793 specifies temporary increases of official controls to protect EU consumers from unsafe food products. This quantitative study, commissioned by AGRINFO, investigates the impacts on trade flows and pricing through a focus on four impacted value chains: groundnuts, fresh beans, ha…

Progress in EU trade negotiations with low- and middle-income countries, and other policy developments that may impact on trade in agri-food products: January–March 2025.

The new EU plant health regulatory regime brought in stricter measures targeting known pathways of serious pests into the EU. Although fresh capsicum is subject to strict controls, interceptions of imports are continuing. This document, for national authorities and capsicum export sectors, explains…

The new EU Organic legislation brings in fundamental changes, based on the principle of conformity. This FiBL case study in the Dominican Republic, commissioned by COLEAD, aims to assess the impacts of these changes, and identifies potential needs for technical assistance among producers and their …

Progress in EU trade negotiations with low- and middle-income countries and key EU trade policy developments, September-December 2024.

This Guide provides a simple introduction to the major requirements that producers and competent authorities in non-EU countries must meet to export honey to the EU market. It highlights significant and recent upcoming regulatory changes, including new obligations for countries and honey establishm…

The new EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) aims to limit the EU’s contribution to deforestation through consumption of agricultural products. African suppliers of agri-food products will be particularly impacted. This short report identifies the African countries and value chains likely to be m…

AGRINFO’s Regulatory Impact Assessment methodology highlights the countries and agricultural sectors most likely to be significantly affected by changes to EU policies and regulations. This report focuses on the African continent.

AGRINFO’s Regulatory Impact Assessment methodology highlights the countries and agricultural sectors most likely to be significantly affected by changes to EU policies and regulations. This report focuses on Latin America and the Caribbean.

AGRINFO’s Regulatory Impact Assessment methodology highlights the countries and agricultural sectors most likely to be significantly affected by changes to EU policies and regulations. This report focuses on Europe and the Middle East.

AGRINFO’s Regulatory Impact Assessment methodology highlights the countries and agricultural sectors most likely to be significantly affected by changes to EU policies and regulations. This report focuses on Latin America and the Caribbean.