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The Commission has published a guidance document on measures to prevent and respond to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) with potential zoonotic impact in animals other than birds.

Scientific Opinion on the assessment of genetically modified maize NK 603 for renewal authorisation under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 (application GMFF-2023-21250).

The Official Control Regulation requires Member States organising risk-based controls to identify and combat fraudulent and deceptive practices along the agri-food chain.

The Commission is inviting citizens, businesses, NGOs and other interested parties to give their input on the revision of the EU’s animal welfare legislation, through a Call for Evidence published today, 18 June 0225.

The Commission is calling for applications from business and professional organisations, organisations from civil society and independent experts from academic and research institutes with expertise in animal welfare, including in the welfare of dogs and cats.

The Commission has launched a call for tender for a study into measures that could strengthen innovation and competitiveness in biotechnology across the EU.

EFSA published a new opinion on genetically modified oilseed rape for food and feed uses on 13 May. In accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 on genetically modified food and feed, the public may make comments on this opinion for 1 month.

EFSA published a new opinion on renewal of genetically modified soybean MON 87708 for food and feed uses on 13 May 2025. In accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 on genetically modified food and feed, the public may make comments on this opinion for 1 month.

EFSA published a new opinion on renewal of genetically modified cotton MON 88913 for food and feed uses on 13 May 2025. In accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 on genetically modified food and feed, the public may make comments on this opinion for 1 month.