The European Commission officially registers Herbal Yeast as a TSG, protecting its traditional production method throughout the EU.
The EU delays the expiry date of the approval of alphachloralose as a rodenticide biocide (type 14), keeping it available while its evaluation is completed.
The European Commission removes the Italian protected geographical indication 'Colli del Sangro' from the official register. This denomination no longer has legal protection in the European Union.
The EU Council authorises the opening of negotiations with Ukraine for its participation in European secure satellite communication programmes for governments.
The European Commission denies the use of Panax ginseng extract as an additive in pet food. Its safety and efficacy for these animals has not been demonstrated.
The European Commission denies the use of burdock extract (Arctium lappa L.) as an additive in pet food. Its safety and efficacy for use in cat and dog feed has not been demonstrated.
The EU Council establishes the European stance on the new UN treaty on marine conservation in international waters. It affects the sustainable management of oceans beyond national jurisdictions.
Errors are corrected in the list of European sanctions against Iranian individuals and institutions. It affects restrictive measures such as asset freezes and travel bans.
The EU Council updates the list of Iranian individuals and entities subject to restrictive measures for human rights violations in Iran.
The authorization of a bacterial preparation as an additive in feed for chickens, hens and ornamental birds in the EU has been amended. It affects feed manufacturers and poultry producers.