Council adopts rules to combat cross-border unfair trading practices in the agrifood sector

Press release

On 5 March 2026, the Council adopted the regulation concerning new rules aimed at combatting cross-border unfair trading practices in the agricultural and food supply chain.

These new rules aim to improve cooperation between EU authorities responsible for enforcing rules on unfair trading practices in cases where suppliers and buyers are established in different member states. It’s part of the EU’s effort to support farmers in the supply chain, especially by insuring a fair distribution of income at farmers’ level.

"Farmers are the backbone of our food systems. These new rules will strengthen the cross-border cooperation between national authorities in different member states, and give them a stronger voice in shaping the future of the food supply chain."
Maria Panayiotou
Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment of the Republic of Cyprus

Find more information on the official website of the Council of the EU.

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