Tonight’s agreement on Plant Reproductive Material is an important step for farmers, growers and food security. We are modernising EU rules on seeds and plant material, while keeping quality and trust at the centre. Thank you to co-legislators & rapporteur @HerbertDorfmann.

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Animal health is a strategic investment. At the @WOAH General Session, I underlined the 🇪🇺commitment to prevention, vaccination, resilient veterinary services & global cooperation. Healthy animals mean safer food, stronger rural economies & better public health. My full remarks⬇️

The WOAH Regional Commission for Europe met today in Paris as part of the 93rd General Session #WOAHGS, bringing together delegates from across the region to advance shared animal health priorities. This meeting continued the constructive virtual session held on 7 May, which covered preparations for the 32nd Regional Conference in Riga, technical and strategic topics, and regional coordination. Dr @BudimirPlavsic, WOAH Regional Representative for Europe, highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong, coordinated and constructive regional voice during the General Session. "Europe is a diverse region, but we share many common priorities, and our strength comes from our ability to exchange openly, coordinate effectively and contribute actively to WOAH’s work," said Dr Plavsic. He also stressed the importance of turning these discussions into practical regional coordination, stronger engagement of Members, and clear follow-up through the Regional Commission, the RCG and WOAH’s subregional mechanisms.

The Regional Commission for Europe convened virtually, bringing together 94 participants from 38 Member countries, as well as observers and representativesfrom the European Commission. See details below. rr-europe.woah.org/en/news/r…

Veterinarians are at the frontline of food safety and disease prevention. On #WorldVeterinaryDay, we recognise their vital role in protecting animal health, safeguarding our food chain & safety and strengthening Europe’s resilience.

"Veterinarians: Guardians of Food and Health" is the theme of the 2026 World Vet Day which is celebrated today. World Veterinary Day is observed annually on the last Saturday of April to honor the essential role veterinarians play in protecting animal health, public health, and the environment. This day recognizes the dedication of veterinary professionals in improving animal welfare, ensuring food safety, and advancing scientific research. Happy #WorldVeterinaryDay!

At the Border Control Post @PuertoAlgeciras in Algeciras 🇪🇸 - one of the EU’s key entry points and a major logistics hub linking Europe and North Africa. What happens here matters for the safety of our food, and for trust in the entire agri-food chain.

African swine fever (#ASF) remains one of the most important global transboundary animal diseases – that's why preparedness, information-sharing and coordinated action remain the most effective tools to protect animal health and safe trade. More than 300 participants from around the world joined a global technical webinar yesterday to discuss the epidemiological situation of ASF in Spain, as well as key lessons for preparedness and response. rr-europe.woah.org/en/Events…

Met with @PresidentCYP Nikos Christodoulides and Minister @riapan82 to discuss the response to foot-and-mouth disease in 🇨🇾. The 🇪🇺 stands in solidarity & will back all the efforts to contain the disease, protect farmers and the economy. You can count on our full support.

Today we launched TraceMap, a new AI-powered tool to strengthen 🇪🇺 food safety. It will help authorities detect food fraud, track risks across supply chains and respond faster to food safety alerts - providing stronger protection for both EU farmers and consumers. @EU_Commission

Today in Antwerp @PortofAntBruges, I visited one of the EU’s key Border Control Posts and witnessed inspections of products of animal origin. These checks are essential to ensure that imports comply with our strict food safety and animal & plant health standards.

At the @PortofAntBruges today, I visited one of the EU’s key Border Control Posts. From risk checks to physical inspections, this work helps ensure that imports meet our high 🇪🇺 food safety, animal & plant health standards. 🎥 A glimpse of the visit ⬇️ @AFSCA_Conso

Today we held the 1st Standing Group of Experts meeting on PPR and SGP in Europe, online. As the Secretariat of the Regional GF-TADs initiative, we brought experts and partners together to strengthen regional coordination for controlling and eradicating PPR and Sheep and Goat Pox

Foot-and-mouth disease is one of the most devastating livestock diseases - threatening animal health, farmers’ livelihoods and food security. The @EU_Commission is fully supporting Cyprus: ➡️EUVET experts are on the ground ➡️529,000 vaccine doses arrive in Larnaca on Saturday

Europe faces unprecedented level of animal disease outbreaks. My message to the EP Sustainable Livestock Intergroup: science-based rules, swift action and strong coordination are the best protection for our farmers and economy.

A major step to stop illegal pet trade in Europe. New EU rules will bring strict traceability, trained caretakers and clear welfare standards for dogs and cats. Stronger protection, fewer loopholes. More details ⤵️ ec.europa.eu/commission/pres…

🎉 The 1st GF-TADs Regional Conference opened today in Belgrade 🇷🇸 & online! Opened by our @BudimirPlavsic, with opening remarks by Dr Madhur Dhingra (FAO), Dr Baba Soumaré (WOAH, DDG), @VanGoethemB (President GF-TADs Europe) and 🇷🇸 Mr Predrag Rojević (State Secretary, Serbia).

Global coordination committee to fight African Swine Fever: sharing experience and know-how will remain key in global eradication #GFTAD #WOAHGS

#WOAHSG : follow up of the information on Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) given at the #GFTAD webinar: FMD was eradicated from Germany, Hungary and Slovakia. Full transparency in the EU.