The European Union backs Pakistan's accession to the International Olive Council. This broadens the global reach of the regulatory body governing the olive oil sector.
The European Commission approves the use of patchouli essential oil in feed for all animal species. This additive is officially authorised throughout the EU.
The European Commission renews the authorisation to market products that contain or have been produced with genetically modified cotton T304-40. This affects importers and manufacturers that use this type of cotton.
The European Commission renews the permit to sell products containing or derived from genetically modified cotton. It affects importers and manufacturers that use this type of cotton.
An error is corrected in European regulations regarding the permitted thujone limits in Spanish sage essential oil. It affects producers and marketers of this ingredient.
The EU Council approves the European position to establish the internal rules of the committee managing the investment agreement with Angola. It affects European companies that invest or wish to invest in Angola.
The EU officially registers the protected geographical indication of the traditional Finnish product Savolainen talkkuna. This protects its name and origin against imitations in the European market.
The EU officially registers the protected designation of origin for Swedish Baltic herring 'Ostkustströmming', guaranteeing its geographical protection throughout the European market.
The European Commission modifies the specification sheet for the Lithuanian traditional guaranteed specialty Žemaitiškas kastinys. This change updates the official requirements for this traditional food product.
Proceedings are initiated to protect Cova de la Font Major in L'Espluga de Francolí as an archaeological site of national interest. A public information period is opened for citizens and entities to submit comments.