The EU recommends monitoring toxic ergot alkaloids in animal feed
15 Jun 2026
Effective: 11 Jun 2026
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Who is affected:
Feed manufacturers, livestock farms and food control authorities
Summary
The European Commission recommends monitoring the presence of ergot alkaloids, toxic fungal substances, in animal feed. The objective is to protect animal health and the safety of the food chain.
Detailed analysis
PRO
Recommendation (EU) 2026/1243 urges Member States and sector operators to implement systematic controls on the presence of ergot alkaloids (ergotamine and others) in raw materials and compound feed. These alkaloids, produced by the fungus Claviceps purpurea, can cause ergotism in animals, affecting their welfare and pr…
Full official title
OJ:L_202601243: Recomendación (UE) 2026/1243 de la Comisión, de 11 de junio de 2026, sobre el control de la presencia de alcaloides de cornezuelo en los piensos