In September 2024, amendments to the Gene Technology Act 2000 were proposed to enhance the responsiveness of the National Gene Technology Scheme. These changes require amendments to the Gene Technology Regulations 2001, and a consultation document has been made available to gather stakeholder feedback. Submissions are open until March 1, 2026.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Australia - Consultation on the proposed amendments to the G..." - 19 January 2026
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The growing discussion around banned pesticides in the EU highlights regulatory inconsistencies that affect not only European farmers but also Chinese agrochemical companies. As residue standards become trade barriers, businesses must adapt to a landscape where risk is increasingly tied to political and ethical controversies, thus redefining competition in the global market.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "The EU Pesticide ″Double Standard″ Debate Escalates" - 19 January 2026
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On December 19, 2025, the Council of the European Union adopted a provisional text supporting the patentability of GMOs derived from new genetic techniques (NGTs), despite opposition from the European Parliament in 2024. This text, which disregards the concerns of farmers and small seed companies, is set for validation in 2026, with no possibility for amendments. This decision raises questions about the impact of patents on innovation and the adoption of GMOs in Europe.
Source: Info Ogm, published under the title "Le Conseil de l’UE soutient la brevetabilité des OGM/NTG" - 15 January 2026
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The Ministry of Agriculture is set to replace the 1966 law to ensure quality seeds, enhance traceability, and combat fraudulent sales. With over 9,500 comments analyzed, this reform aims to encourage innovation, protect farmers, and modernize a sector valued at $3.82 billion, while imposing severe penalties for major violations.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Government of India to introduce seed bill in budget session" - 5 January 2026
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The EU has adopted a framework distinguishing two categories of plants derived from new genomic techniques (NGTs); category 1 plants, comparable to conventional varieties, are exempt from GMO legislation after verification, while category 2 plants remain subject to risk assessment, traceability, and labeling. NGTs enable precise and rapid modifications to develop plant varieties that are more resilient to climate, pests, and resource-efficient, promoting sustainable agriculture and supporting the competitiveness of the European agricultural sector.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "EU Commission Welcomes Political Agreement on New Genomic Te..." - 5 December 2025
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A recent tool has been made available by the European Union (EU) to provide clear guidelines to producers and producer groups, guiding them on how to register their agri-food products under EU quality schemes, such as PDO or PGI, to ensure technical and regulatory compliance.
Source: European Commission Common Agricultural Policy, published under the title "All you need to know about how to register your Geographical..." - 26 November 2025
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Alert in the European agricultural sector: Twelve organizations oppose the implementation of the carbon tax (MACF) on fertilizers, denouncing a major impact on the value chain, increased costs for producers, and an inevitable rise in food prices, threatening the stability of the entire agri-food sector.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "Douze organisations européennes unies contre la taxe carbone..." - 26 November 2025
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Users of plant protection products now have an additional year until January 1, 2027, to prepare, following an EU regulation published on November 3, 2025. This extension aims to assist member states in organizing digital transitions and training, particularly for small farmers, elderly operators, and non-agricultural sectors.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "L’obligation de registre phyto numérique est reportée à 2027" - 5 November 2025
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On the eve of the Climate COP, the European Union finally adopts its ambitious goals for 2040, marking a turning point towards sustainable agriculture. How will agritech and plant technologies, such as resilient crops and emission reductions, accelerate this green transition in Europe?
Source: Usine Nouvelle, published under the title "Décarbonation : L'Union européenne se fixe de nouveaux objec..." - 5 November 2025
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The Mac Sharry reform of 1991: a turning point that erodes agricultural protections and fuels farmers' discontent with Europe, as illustrated by Denis Badré in La France Agricole, highlighting a climate of uncertainty and upheaval for the sector. This key moment reveals the ongoing challenges of the Common Agricultural Policy.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "1992, l’électrochoc de la réforme de la Pac" - 21 October 2025
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