Europe aims to simplify feed safety requirements

As part of a widespread program to simplify legislation in the European Union (EU), the European Council has announced changes relating to the safety of food and feed.

Jackie Linden
May 29, 2026
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As part of a widespread program to simplify legislation in the European Union (EU), the European Council has announced changes relating to the safety of food and feed.

Among the areas set to change are EU rules on farm animal records, and the sustainable use of pesticides, according to the European Council (EC).

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