NGTs: new EU legal framework

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

Regulation (EU) 2026/1388 establishes a framework for plants produced using new genomic techniques (NGTs), dividing them into two categories. Category 1 NGT plants are treated similarly to natural plants, while Category 2 requires authorizations. Organic production prohibits the use of NGT plants. The regulation takes effect on July 16, 2026.

PFAS control is moving upstream from the food on the shelf to the feed, water, soil, and packaging.

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

The EU Commission has introduced Recommendation (EU) 2026/1307 for monitoring perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in feed, potentially extending to soil and drinking water. Member States must monitor four key PFAS compounds from 2026 to 2028. Data must be submitted to EFSA by June 2029, adhering to strict sampling and analysis methods.