Here’s a concise review of the key legal acts:
1. Fishing Opportunities Regulation:
– Sets TACs and quotas for EU fishing vessels in EU and non-EU waters for 2025/2026
– Includes detailed catch limits, fishing areas, gear restrictions across 11 annexes
– Implements decisions from Regional Fisheries Management Organizations
2. Geographical Indications:
– Registration of ‘Aglonas maizes veistūklis’ (Latvia) as PGI
– Registration of ‘Sussex’ (UK) as PDO
3. Counter-terrorism Measures:
– Extension of humanitarian exemptions from 12 to 24 months
– Updated sanctions list covering 14 individuals and 22 groups/entities
4. Feed Additives:
– Renewal for Limosilactobacillus fermentum until 2035
– Authorization of Saccharomyces cerevisiae for non-dairy ruminants
5. Novel Food Authorization:
– Approval of glucosyl hesperidin with specific use conditions
– Maximum level of 525 mg/L in soft drinks
– Five-year exclusive rights to Nagase Viita Co.
6. Technical Corrections:
– Danish payment institutions’ identification numbers
– Unemployment fund contributions adjusted to 0.51%
7. Veterinary Medicines:
– Updated requirements for variations not requiring assessment
– Covers administrative and technical changes
The regulations demonstrate ongoing EU efforts to manage fisheries, protect geographical indications, combat terrorism while preserving humanitarian aid, and ensure food safety through careful regulation of additives and novel foods.
