The EU will introduce a new regulation on organic products from 2021
Vietnam
Published Dec 8, 2020
Tridge summary
The Vietnam Trade Office in Sweden (Ministry of Industry and Trade) said that in January 2021, the European Union will introduce a new set of rules according to regulation (EU) No. 2018/848. According to the European Council press release, this new regulation will ensure fair competition, at the same time will also prevent fraud and improve consumer confidence. The new regulation not only controls the use of pesticides in products, but also relates to soil management and food production.
Original content
This unique set of rules will also apply to non-EU farmers who export their organic produce to the EU market. In particular, as of 1 January 2021, with the Unique Code of Conduct, the EU will not accept various organic standards that are recognized as equivalent to the EU standards. Instead, organic producers have to adopt a new set of EU rules that replace the equivalent rules. Homogeneity: There would be a more homogeneous method to reduce the risk of contamination from pesticides accidentally. Tighter Control System: Tighter preventive measures and high risk-based testing along the entire supply chain will improve the control system. Inspection of low-risk farms and facilities will take place every 24 months, instead of every 12 months as it is now. However, member states will adopt their national procedures if banned substances are found on organic products. Soil ecosystems: The new rule defines the relationship with the soil as a basic principle. This means that soil ...
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