Today, the Council of the European Union formally authorised the European Commission to open negotiations with the UK on an agreement for a common sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) area. This follows the EU's draft mandate published in September and marks an important step in the UK–EU relationship and trade.
On Friday, 10 October 2025, the Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) held its Annual General Meeting, which saw the election of a new Board Vice Chair, Animal Feed Sector Chair and co-opted Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Board Members.
AIC has developed a roadmap to outline the key stages of the certified seed process, from variety registration through to marketing and royalty collection.
AIC has been in discussions with the APHA regarding ongoing issues affecting the export of pea seed from the UK to New Zealand, due to specific testing requirements.
AIC is supportive of the UK Farm Assurance Review (UKFAR) Monitoring Report, which covers actions and progress across the national food and feed supply chain.
On Friday, 24 October 2025, AIC hosted an insightful webinar for all Member Sectors, providing an update on the Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement between the United Kingdom and the European Union.
