1. Livanjski sir Registration
The EU has registered ‘Livanjski sir’ from Bosnia and Herzegovina as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI). Only cheese produced in the specified geographical area following registered specifications can use this name.
2. African Swine Fever Control
Updates to zoning restrictions for African swine fever in multiple EU member states. The regulation modifies restricted zones in Germany, Poland, Croatia, Italy, and Lithuania, introducing new zones due to outbreaks while downgrading risk levels in areas where the situation has improved.
3. Dairy Cow Nutrition
New regulation on feed for dairy cows introduces glycosylated 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol from Solanum glaucophyllum extract as a feeding option, with specific dosage requirements and timing for administration to prevent milk fever.
4. Listeria Control
Stricter controls for Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat foods, including zero tolerance in certain products and a 100 cfu/g limit where growth can be controlled. Implementation deadline set for July 2026.
5. Poultry Import Rules
New restrictions on poultry imports from Canada, UK, and US due to avian influenza outbreaks. Creates new restricted zones in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Cornwall, and various US states.
6. EU-ESA Security Agreement
New agreement establishing framework for exchanging classified information between EU and European Space Agency, including security protocols and handling procedures.
7. Iceland Air Services
Tender announcement for operating scheduled air services between Reykjavík and two destinations (Gjögur and Bíldudalur) under public service obligations for three years from November 2025.
