Proposed Future GB MRL - Indoxacarb
Indoxacarb is no longer an approved active substance in GB and there are no PPP authorisations. HSE has reviewed the MRLs and identified a number of MRLs which ...
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Latest news and views across the fresh produce industry.
Iran war’s impact on food supply chains and inflation examined by MPs
Evidence session: Fairness in the food supply chain Tuesday 19 May, 10.00, committee room 6, Palace of Westminster Watch on Parliamentlive.tv The ...
Certain plant health requirements for potatoes no longer necessary
Following the declaration of Colorado beetle eradication in December 2025, Defra has worked closely with counterparts in the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fi...
HSE updates Infections / biological hazards at work
HSE has published extensively improved guidance on managing infection risks and biological hazards in workplaces. The guidance has been refreshed as part of a r...
GB plant health controls for Solanum, Capsicum and Ginger - implementation date confirmed
The GB Plant Health Service has now introduced legislation to update Plant Health import requirements across Great Britain. These measures will enhance biosecur...
HSE Proposal to withdraw approval of the active substance mepanipyrim
HSE has conducted a review of the approval of the active substance mepanipyrim and proposes to withdraw the approval. A current approval for this active is as a...
Report of the Scientific Committee of AESAN in relation to the risk associated with the consumption of certain potentially allergenic fruits and vegetables
Food allergies are an important public health problem with an increasing prevalence in the population and have a significant impact on the lives of allergic pat...
Plant health civil sanctions - APHA publishes guidance
The civil sanctions guidance has now been published by APHA and you can see it here (also available in Welsh at that link). The consultation response has also b...
HMRC Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): Technical Consultation and webinars
The CBAM will apply a carbon price to certain imported, carbon‑intensive goods. It is designed to prevent carbon leakage and align imports with the UK ETS. It i...
Fair Work Agency Replaces GLAA
On 7 April 2026, the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA) was abolished and replaced by the Fair Work Agency (FWA), a new body that consolidates labour...
Regulated Non-Quarantine Pests - Additional Declaration Requirements
Due to recent amendments by European Union (EU) of Annex V of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072, as of 6 July 2026 phytosanitary certificates (PCs) for exp...
Invitation to contribute to consultation on the Fairmiles Just Transition Principles
Fairmiles is currently consulting with key stakeholders on the draft Fairmiles Just Transition Principles for fresh produce supply chains and is seeking views f...