Register to Import or Export From Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Published on 22 July 2019 Last updated on 9 November 2021 1. Who has to register 2. What the role of the operator responsible for a consignment is 3. What are the Import Control fees 4. What the importer must do 5. What the exporter […]
Category: Food and Agriculture [Ire]
Trading in Plants or Plant Products
Publication Trading in Plants and Plant Products with GB From Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Published on 1 January 2020 Last updated on 22 February 2021 1. Registration and procedures for import of plants and plant products 2. Registering as a professional operator 3. Fees and charges for importers 4. Additional declarations for phytosanitary certificates 5. […]
Trading in Animals or Animal Products
Trading in Animals and Animal Products From Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Published on 14 October 2020 Last updated on 22 September 2021 1. Registration 2. Import Procedures 3. Import Conditions- Type of Commodities 4. Information on using the UK landbridge and other transit routes via Ireland 5. For All traders: Wood Packaging Material standard 6. […]
Exporting Agrifood to UK in 2022
Publication Exporting to the UK from Ireland From Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Published on 19 February 2021 Last updated on 16 December 2021 1. Changes to exporting to the UK (excl. NI) 2. Changes to exporting to the UK (excl. NI) taking effect from 1 January 2021 3. Changes to exporting to the UK (excl. […]
FSAI Guidance Food Importers
Brexit Get ready for the end of the Brexit transition period Have a look at our Brexit resources for help and guidance on what you need to do. The United Kingdom left the European Union on 1 February 2020 after the EU and the UK concluded a Withdrawal Agreement which facilitates an orderly UK departure from the EU. […]
FSAI Guidance Food Imports
Food Imports Importing Steps to take Getting ready Importing From 1 January 2021, food and food contact materials coming from Great Britain will be an import from a third country (a non-EU country). To continue to trade with Great Britain from this date, you will need to comply with import requirements. Knowing these requirements will help […]
FSAI Guidance Labelling
Food Labelling and Brexit Foods placed on the EU market must comply with EU food law. The rules for labelling are set out in Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to the consumer. Visit our labelling legislation section for information on the general labelling requirements. From 1 January 2021, if you import food […]
NSAI Draft Guidance Food
Joint Veterinary Labelling for UK & Ire
Guidance Joint labelling for veterinary medicines for use in the UK and Ireland Guidance for the veterinary pharmaceutical industry on how to apply for and maintain a joint-label for use on veterinary medicines placed on the market in the UK and Ireland. From: Veterinary Medicines Directorate Published 15 March 2021 Contents Eligible Marketing Authorisations and […]
Importing Animal Products
Food Industry Development, Trade, Markets & the Economy Trade, Imports & Exports Live Animal Imports Guidance Documents for TRACES NT Import of Animal By Products Hay and Straw Designated Border Control Posts Contact Us Contact Form Call us on 01 607 2000 Drop in: Local Offices Register for phone and email updates About Us Press Publications Schemes […]
Agriculture Registration
Registration The UK left the European Union on 31 January 2020 on the basis of the Withdrawal Agreement which was agreed by the European Council on 17 October 2019. The agreement includes a transition period until at least 31 December 2020. During this time, EU rules and regulations will continue to apply to the UK and the UK will remain […]
Importation and Movement
Import of live animals. There are a number of directives dealing with both the import and transit of animals. One category of directives deals with imports from outside the EU whereas another category deal with imports between EU states. Technically imports between EU states are described as intra-EU trade whereas imports referred to imports from […]
Import & Export of Animals
General There are a number of directives dealing with both the import and transit of animals. One category of directives deals with imports from outside the EU whereas another category deal with imports between EU states. Technically imports between EU states are described as intra EU trade whereas imports referred to imports from outside the […]
Agricultural Products
The CAP There are import and export controls and duties designed to maintain the single market in various agricultural products under the Common Agricultural Policy. CAP controls and duties apply when goods enter or leave the European Union. They do not generally apply to trade within the EU. CAP goods include food, agricultural and horticultural […]
Agricultural Goods Trade
The CAP There are import and export controls and duties designed to maintain the single market in various agricultural products under the Common Agricultural Policy. CAP controls and duties apply when goods enter or leave the European Union. They do not generally apply to trade within the EU. CAP goods include food, agricultural and horticultural […]
Food Hygiene Controls
Overview The importation of food products from outside the EU requires compliance with EU and UK hygiene, safety, labeling and food composition regulations. The hazard analysis and critical control point after primary production stage (HACCP) system is used. Non-EU suppliers must have equivalent systems in place. Food businesses after primary production must work in accordance […]
Food Safety Controls
Overview The importation of food products from outside the EU requires compliance with EU and UK hygiene safety, labelling and food composition regulations. The hazard analysis and critical control point after the primary production stage (HACCP) system is used. Non-EU suppliers must have equivalent systems in place. Food businesses after primary production must work in […]
Veterinary Entry Document for Animals
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Veterinary Entry Document for Animals Products
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Dept Agriculture Traders Notices
Creating Health Documents
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Pallets Wood & Forestry Products
FAQs Q: What is a Phytosanitary Certificate? A: A Phytosanitary Certificate is a legal document issued by the NPPO (National Plant Protection Organisation) of the country of export for goods and commercial consignemts of plant origin certifying that they are free from certain / specified harmful and quarantine pests and diseases. Q: What is a […]
Importing Plant an Vegetable Products
Brexit The UK left the European Union on 31 January 2020. There will be a transition period until at least 31 December 2020. During this time, EU rules will continue to apply to the UK. Following its departure, the UK will become a third country. DAFM will play a key role in implementing and enforcing EU law […]
Plant Products
By using this website, you consent to our use of cookies. For more information on cookies see our privacy policy page.Close Search Text Size: A A HomeA-Z IndexSubscribe/RSS Contact Us Farming Sectors New Plant Health Regulations Registering as a Professional Operator Procedures for TRACES NT Horticulture Link Newsletter Contact Us Contact Form Call us on 01 607 2000 Drop in: Local […]
Completing CVED Form
Explanatory Notes for completion of CVEDP (Animal Products) Updated 04/09/2019 Page 1 Notes for guidance for the CVEDP certificate General Complete the certificate in capitals. Where there is an option to delete a box or it is not relevant, clearly deface or cross out the whole numbered box. To indicate positively any option, tick or […]
Importing Food within EU [UK]
Importing food from within the EU Information on EU member states, food establishments selling products of animal origin and considerations for importing fishery products. Last updated 1 February 2018 View PDF Print this page Share EU Member States A full list of EU member states that have freed trade between them is available online. Please note that the […]
Import Controls Dept Agriculture Ireland
Import Controls Sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) control inspections are required at the EU/Third Country borders under EU law on the protection of animal health, plant health and food safety. Such controls (referred to as official controls) apply to live animals and animal products, as well as plants and plant products entering the Single Market, and […]
Food EU Preparedness
Brussels, 20 March 2019 REV2 – Replaces the notice REV1 published on 1 February 2018 NOTICE TO STAKEHOLDERS BREXIT AND EU FOOD LAW AND EU RULES ON QUALITY SCHEMES The United Kingdom submitted on 29 March 2017 the notification of its intention to withdraw from the Union pursuant to Article 50 of the Treaty on […]
Trading in Animals and Animal Products
8 April 2019 Addressing the challenges of a no deal Brexit takes place at a number of levels and requires responses at the EU level, responses by Government, responses by citizens, and responses by businesses and affected sectors. While extensive Brexit preparedness and contingency planning has already been undertaken across Government, it is only […]
Irish Agriculture Traders Notes Equine and Pets
Movement of equines between Ireland and Great Britain, if the UK leaves the EU without a deal This notice provides information on the movement of equines between Ireland and Great Britain (GB), if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. In a no-deal scenario: – the Tripartite Agreement between Ireland, France and the UK […]
Traders Notes Animal Products
TRADER NOTICE – MOVEMENTS OF ANIMALS OR PRODUCTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN USING THE UK LANDBRIDGE IN THE CASE OF A NO-DEAL BREXIT. Context – Brexit As the UK has voted to leave the EU, it will become a ‘Third Country’ (non-EU Member State) from the date of withdrawal. From the date the United Kingdom exits […]
Irish Agriculture Traders Notes Live Animals
IMPORTATION OF LIVE ANIMALS (EXCLUDING HORSES AND PETS) INTO IRELAND FROM THE UK IN THE CASE OF A NO-DEAL BREXIT. Context – Brexit As the UK has voted to leave the EU, it will become a ‘Third Country’ (non-EU Member State) from the date of withdrawal. From the date the United Kingdom exits the European […]
Traders Notes Feed and Fertilisers
Requirements for the IMPORT of animal feed into Ireland 1. Companies/individuals who wish to import animal feed into Ireland must be registered with DAFM as an FBO and Importer 2. Imports of animal feed from Third Countries must be notified to DAFM at least 5 days before the animal feed is brought into the State […]
Irish Fisheries Traders Notes
General fisheries issues and requirements for the importation of fishery products, including wild caught and farmed fish, from the UK post-Brexit If no Withdrawal Agreement is in place, the Common Fisheries Policy will cease to apply to the UK Exclusive Economic Zone. Fisheries stakeholders will be affected in the following ways: 1. Access to Fishing […]
Traders Notes Wood & Forestry
EXPORT OF FORESTRY PLANTS, WOOD AND WOOD PRODUCTS FROM IRELAND INTO THE UK IN THE CASE OF A NO-DEAL BREXIT. Context – Plant Health Legislation Exports of commodities from Ireland into other parts of the EU – including into the UK are currently regulated under Council Directive 2000/29/EC, commonly called the Plant Health Directive. This […]
Irish Agriculture Commodities FAQ
Import Controls Sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) control inspections are required at the EU/Third Country borders under EU law on the protection of animal health, plant health and food safety. Such controls (referred to as official controls) apply to live animals and animal products, as well as plants and plant products entering the Single Market, and […]
Irish Agriculture Advice for Imports & Exporters
Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Import Controls – animals and animal products If you import live animals or animal products from the UK you will need to apprise yourself of, and comply with, the EU regulations governing the imports of such products from Third Countries (i.e. non EU countries) This means that live animals and animal […]
Trading Timber Guidance
Trading timber: imports and exports if there’s no Brexit deal Prepare for the rules that will apply to buying and selling timber and timber products if the UK leaves the EU with no deal. Published 22 January 2019 From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Contents Rules from 29 March 2019 (may also apply to new exit date on 31 December 2020) Importing timber for […]
Exporting Horses Guidance
Guidance Export horses and ponies: special rules Rules for exporting horses and other equines, including ponies and donkeys, and what you’ll need to do if there’s no Brexit deal Published 7 November 2016 Last updated 1 March 2019 — see all updates From: Animal and Plant Health Agency Contents If you’re planning to move a horse […]
EU Withdrawal Note Plant Health
Brussels, Angers, 23 January 2018 NOTICE TO STAKEHOLDERS PLANT VARIETY RIGHTS The United Kingdom submitted on 29 March 2017 the notification of its intention to withdraw from the Union pursuant to Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union. This means that, unless a ratified withdrawal agreement1 establishes another date, all Union primary and secondary […]
EU Withdrawal Note Live Animal Movement
Brussels, 27 February 2018 NOTICE TO STAKEHOLDERS ANIMAL HEALTH AND WELFARE AND PUBLIC HEALTH RELATED TO THE MOVEMENT OF LIVE ANIMALS The United Kingdom submitted on 29 March 2017 the notification of its intention to withdraw from the Union pursuant to Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union. This means that, unless a ratified […]
Animal By-Products
Animal by-products not intended for human consumption Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009 laying down health rules as regards animal by-products and derived products not intended for human consumption It seeks to lay down public health and animal health rules for animal by-products* and derived products*. These rules are designed to prevent and minimise risks to human […]
Info Food Chain
Information management system for official controls to ensure compliance with agri-food chain rules Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1715 — rules for the functioning of the information management system for official controls and its system components (the IMSOC Regulation) The legal basis of the IMSOC Implementing Regulation derives from the general food law (Regulation (EC) No 178/2002), […]
Traceability Pre-Packaged Products
Traceability of pre-packaged foods Directive 2011/91/EU on indications or marks identifying the lot to which a foodstuff belongs.It has applied since 5 January 2012. —It makes sure that consumers can trace the origin of pre-packaged foods. —It requires these foods to be labelled so that consumers can see which lot they come from. —It ensures […]
Food Labelling Misc
Labelling of foodstuffs Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 — food information to consumers The free movement of safe and wholesome food in the European Union (EU) is of major benefit to the public’s health and well-being and is an essential feature of the single market. In addition to guaranteeing a high level of health protection, EU […]
Food Safety Systems and Misc
Ensuring hygiene for food of animal origin Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 lays down specific hygiene rules for food of animal origin for food business operators. It is a key part of the European Union’s 2004 hygiene package on food hygiene legislation. Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 […]
Food Safety Agency
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) — ensuring safe food and animal feed in the EU Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 — general principles and requirements of food law, establishing the European Food Safety Authority and procedures for food safety Regulation (EU) 2019/1381 — transparency and sustainability of the EU risk assessment in the food chain Known […]
Fertilisers and Pesticides
Safe and effective fertilisers on the EU market Regulation (EC) No 2003/2003 relating to fertilisers brings into one piece of legislation all the European Union rules that apply to fertilisers — chemical compounds that provide nutrients to plants. It ensures that these highly technical requirements are implemented uniformly throughout the EU.Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 repeals Regulation (EC) […]
Zoothechnics EU Guidance 2021
EUROPEAN COMMISSION DIRECTORATE-GENERAL FOR HEALTH AND FOOD SAFETY Brussels, 8 April 2020 REV1 – replaces the notice dated 16 January 2018 NOTICE TO STAKEHOLDERS WITHDRAWAL OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EU RULES IN THE FIELD OF BREEDING OF ANIMALS (‘ZOOTECHNICS’) Since 1 February 2020, the United Kingdom has withdrawn from the European Union and has […]
Animal Movement EU Guidance 2021
EUROPEAN COMMISSION DIRECTORATE-GENERAL FOR HEALTH AND FOOD SAFETY Brussels, 13 March 2020 REV1 – replaces the notice dated 27 February 2018 NOTICE TO STAKEHOLDERS WITHDRAWAL OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EU RULES ON ANIMAL HEALTH AND WELFARE AND PUBLIC HEALTH RELATED TO THE MOVEMENT OF LIVE ANIMALS Since 1 February 2020, the United Kingdom has […]
Poultry Trade 2021 UK Guidance
Exporting poultry meat from the UK to the EU UK exports bearing one or more of these farming or chilling methods (optional indications) must have a certificate from a UK competent authority. Farming method marks Farming method marks include: fed with … % … extensive indoor or barn-reared free range traditional free range free range […]