Trade

AIC has been contacted by the Canadian High Commission in the UK, with an invitation for AIC Members to attend a Global Commodities Showcase, taking place from 15-17 July 2026 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.

The European Commission has published its simplification package for the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) simplification package, which had been expected on 30 April 2026, is now more likely to be published early next week, according to information shared via the European Feed Manufacturers’ Federation (FEFAC).

AIC hosted a Members-only webinar on Thursday, 2 April 2026 at 14:00 to update on the UK–EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The Government has decided to introduce a lighter‑touch ATRm, recognising the disproportionate burden of requiring all importing UK businesses to register full safety data for thousands of substances post‑Brexit.

Members are encouraged to share any specific regulatory or policy interventions that Government could take, particularly where fuel supply or costs are affecting operations, so these can be raised directly in AIC’s ongoing discussions.

Following notification of a possible Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), AIC Chief Executive, Robert Sheasby and AIC Sector Head for Fertilisers, Jo Gilbertson, held a private meeting with the Farming Minister.

The Government has laid before Parliament the draft Statutory Instrument (SI) titled The REACH (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026. This is accompanied by a draft explanatory memorandum and a final stage impact assessment.

Recent weeks have seen rising political and stakeholder attention on fertiliser pricing, transparency, and the possibility of Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) involvement.

On Thursday 12 March, the Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) hosted a Member webinar on the EU Reset and the availability of plant protection products (PPPs).

AIC is hosting a Members-only webinar on Thursday, 2 April 2026 at 14:00 to update on the UK–EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

AIC is seeking updates from Members on any impacts of recent events in the Gulf on the agri‑supply chain. The Government is keen to understand any potential knock‑on impacts for UK farmers and consumers

Defra has introduced a free online service for exporters to apply for a Free Sale Certificate or a Manufacture and Free Sale Certificate for fertiliser consignments.

AIC is hosting a Member‑only webinar on Wednesday 18 March at 10:30, offering a clear and practical update on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).

His Majesty's Government has published a consultation on a second set of draft secondary legislation for the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Calculation of CBAM Rate and Determination of Carbon Price Relief) Regulations 2026.