| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Communication |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | IP/06/982 (12.7.06) |
| Publication Date | 12/07/2006 |
| Content Type | News |
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New harmonised EU rules for plant protection products, which aim to reinforce the protection of public health and and the environment, support sustainable development in agriculture, reduce animal testing, boost competitiveness for producers and increase availability of plant protection products for farmers, have been proposed by the European Commission. Among the measures set out in the draft Regulation are shorter and clearer authorisation criteria and streamlined procedures, simplified data protection rules, provisions for the substitution of active substances with safer alternatives and a reduction in testing on vertebrate animals. The proposed legislation will also strengthen the internal market in this area by allowing mutual recognition of of plant protection product authorisations between Member States within the same defined zone. The proposal follows extensive consultations with Member States and stakeholders over the past 5 years, as well as a comprehensive impact assessment. |
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| Subject Categories | Business and Industry |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
