FRANCE. By validating the core of the agricultural emergency law, the Constitutional Council paves the way for the implementation of several long-awaited measures by the sectors. The text allows, under certain conditions and temporarily, the reintroduction of acetamiprid for hazelnuts and flupyradifurone for apples, cherries, and sugar beets, to address the lack of effective alternatives.
14 August 2026
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With over 275 tons of medical cannabis exported in 2025, Canada crushes international competition. Germany, whose market is expected to weigh nearly $1.5 billion by the end of 2026 and represent nearly 10% of the estimated $12.7 billion global market, has become one of the main drivers of global consumption growth, thanks to the rise of teleclinics. However, this momentum could be hindered by future regulatory reforms, according to Prohibition Partners, a leading platform dedicated to the professional cannabis market.
Aurore Dupont - 17 June 2026
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As 2025 marks significant growth in the German therapeutic cannabis market, questions arise about import models, the application of European standards, and access to prescriptions. Tom Broockmann, director of Adrex Pharma, a German company specializing in medical cannabis marketing, provides insights to better understand the German and European markets that still struggle to compete economically with Canadian players.
Aurore Dupont - 4 June 2026
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Presented by some as a solution for farmers' transition to virtuous practices, the Carbon Absorption Certification Framework (CRCF) appears to others as an imperfect mechanism that rewards results instead of emphasizing good practices. Here are some keys to better understand its stakes.
Aurore Dupont - 28 April 2026
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The Brazilian biocontrol product market reached 1.82 billion reais in the first half of 2026, marking a 9.6% year-on-year increase. Treated areas grew even faster, up 18.3% to 46.2 million hectares. However, this momentum is hindered by the slow implementation of Law 15.070/2024, which is intended to provide a suitable regulatory framework for the development of biological inputs.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Brazil’s biologicals market expands, but regulatory delays r..." - 9 October 2026
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The European Union has renewed the approval of spinosad, a biological insecticide used in both conventional and organic agriculture, particularly against thrips. Marketed by Corteva under the brand Qalcova active, this substance remains valuable amid the reduction of available solutions for certain crops. The renewal comes with restrictions aimed at protecting pollinators and mandates a review of national authorizations for the affected products.
Source: Agro Matin, published under the title "Qalcova active (spinosad) : « maintenir une solution face au..." - 9 October 2026
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Alliance BiocontrĂ´le urges the European Parliament to support an ambitious regulatory framework for biocontrol, in light of a Council mandate deemed insufficient. Simplifying procedures and clearly distinguishing biocontrol from low-risk substances is crucial to foster innovation and address current agricultural challenges. European farmers, facing technical deadlocks, need rapid solutions for the agroecological transition.
Source: Wikiagri, published under the title "Le Parlement européen doit agir rapidement pour le biocontrô..." - 6 October 2026
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Starting in 2027, the cadmium content in phosphate fertilizers will be gradually reduced, with goals aimed at protecting human health and the environment. These new regulations seek to align French standards with those of the European Union while limiting the input of heavy metals and organic trace elements in fertilizers, in order to preserve the quality of agricultural soils and support a sustainable circular economy.
Publié par Pleinchamp, Source: Pleinchamp, published under the title "Contaminants dans les fertilisants : les teneurs et limites ..." - 6 October 2026
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The SweetCott mandarin, developed by Les Domaines, received a community plant variety protection title on September 7, 2026, valid until 2056. This recognition, following rigorous evaluations, secures the marketing of this late-maturing variety, which is distinguished by its taste characteristics and its ability to meet international market demands.
Team AgriMaroc.ma, Source: Agrimaroc, published under the title "Agrumes : la mandarine marocaine SweetCott protégée dans l’U..." - 22 September 2026
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Starting September 15, 2026, India will implement a fully digital licensing system for pesticides, replacing decades of paper-based compliance. This reform aims to modernize regulations, enhance product traceability, and increase transparency in a rapidly growing agrochemical market. Concerns remain regarding the ability of smaller players to adapt to these new digital requirements.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "India shifts pesticide industry to digital-only licensing an..." - 15 September 2026
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The revision of patent law in Switzerland imposes a disclosure requirement for patented characteristics of plant varieties, thereby providing greater certainty to breeders in the development of new varieties. This measure, adopted by the Federal Council, aims to stimulate innovation by clarifying intellectual property rights and facilitating access to the European market for Swiss breeders.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Switzerland – Greater legal certainty in plant breeding" - 11 September 2026
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The Slovak government, led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, has decided to challenge the European regulation that relaxes rules on new genomic techniques, allowing for the development of more resilient plants. This decision follows the European Parliament's approval of these techniques, which raise concerns among environmental advocates.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "Les nouvelles techniques génomiques dans le viseur de la Slo..." - 8 September 2026
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The French Association for Adjuvants has updated its list of equipment designed to reduce the spray drift of phytosanitary products, specifying reduction levels ranging from 66% to 95%. This update specifically targets low crops, viticulture, and arboriculture, emphasizing the importance of using approved equipment to benefit from regulatory adaptations of Non-Treated Zones. Approved adjuvants also play a complementary role in optimizing spraying.
Source: Wikiagri, published under the title "Mise à jour de la liste des équipements pour réduire la déri..." - 20 August 2026
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India's Registration Commission has decided to restrict glyphosate use, mandating that its application be carried out only by trained professionals in response to concerns about health risks and workplace safety. This decision, made during the 474th meeting of the Commission, is based on an expert report and highlights the lack of scientific justification for unrestricted use. The issue remains under review by the Ministry of Agriculture, and the final decision will depend on their assessment.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "India reviews expert committee report on restricted use of g..." - 14 August 2026
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