Agri-Food Horizon Scan

Published

Jan 24 2025

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As a partner in our Regulatory & Administrative practice in Brussels, I provide strategic advice and hands-on assistance to clients navigating public, administrative, and regulatory law matters.

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Food & Beverage Regulatory

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Plant-Based Foods

The Food & Beverage sector is currently undergoing significant transformations driven by innovative sustainability efforts and the imperative to build consumer trust.

In this edition of our Agri-Food Horizon Scan, we explore several key EU legislative and policy developments shaping the future of the Food & Beverage sector, including:

The EU’s Empowering Consumers Directive (EmpCo) and the Draft Green Claims Directive (GCD)
The latest guidance on applications for authorisation of novel foods
The Proposal for a regulation on New Genomic Techniques
The latest developments in the designation of plant-based foods
Recent changes to the legal framework on Geographical Indications (GIs)
ESG regulations
The rules on transparency of price reductions

We hope this brochure provides valuable insights to help you navigate these complex and rapidly evolving regulatory landscapes.

Our team at Bird & Bird is dedicated to offering comprehensive legal support tailored to the unique needs of the agrifood sector. With our global resources and deep industry knowledge, we are here to support you in your journey towards a sustainable and successful future, and we can help ensure you are well-prepared to tackle challenges and seize opportunities.

Do not hesitate to get in touch if you would like to discuss any of these topics with our team.

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