The EU establishes safeguards to protect the European agricultural sector from potential harm caused by increased imports from Mercosur countries (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay).
The European Union establishes a climate target for 2040: reducing net emissions by 90% compared to 1990. This milestone serves as a bridge between the 2030 target and climate neutrality by 2050.
The EU establishes the official methods to certify that an activity removes CO2 from the atmosphere permanently. It affects companies and industries that want to accredit their carbon credits.
The EU modifies restriction zones in Spain due to the outbreak of lumpy skin disease, an illness affecting cattle. The annexes with areas subject to control measures are updated.
The agreement between the IGAE and the AEAT is renewed to share information and fight against tax fraud, payment defaults and fraud in public aid and European funds.
Direct aid for farmers in Andalusia and Extremadura damaged by adverse weather phenomena is specified. The requirements and conditions for accessing these emergency subsidies are detailed.
Spain approves a law to strengthen cooperatives, mutual societies and other social economy entities. It establishes support measures, financing and recognition for this sector.
The EU updates the permitted limits for three pesticides in fruits, vegetables and other agricultural products. It affects producers and exporters who use these phytosanitary treatments.
The European Commission withdraws the authorisation to sell products containing genetically modified maize MON 87419. All products authorised under the previous decision are now prohibited.
The European Commission withdraws the authorisation to sell food and feed containing genetically modified maize MON 87403. Products already on the market will have a period to be withdrawn.