Granting equivalence with EU requirements to Moldova and Ukraine as regards field inspections and production of seed

This law grants equivalence for field inspections and seed production to Moldova and Ukraine. This means that seeds inspected and produced in these countries will be treated the same as those inspected and produced within the EU.

This decision directly affects farmers and seed producers in Moldova and Ukraine, as well as businesses within the EU that import or use seeds. It aims to facilitate trade and ensure the quality of agricultural products.

The law amends existing EU rules to recognise the inspection and production standards of Moldova for fodder plant seeds and Ukraine for beet and oil plant seeds. This recognition is based on the equivalence of their inspection systems.

The decision amends Council Decision 2003/17/EC. The European Parliament adopted its position at first reading on 22 May 2025, and an agreement was reached with the Council, leading to the final legislative act.