European Commission 17 June 2014, Commission Implementing Directive 2014/78/EU of 17 June 2014 amending Annexes I, II, III, IV and V to Council Directive 2000/29/EC on protective measures against the introduction into the Community of organisms harmful to plants or plant products and against their spread within the Community

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The Commission Implementing Directive 2014/78/EU amends Council Directive 2000/29/EC to enhance protective measures against harmful organisms affecting plants and plant products within the EU. Key provisions include the addition and deletion of specific harmful organisms from various annexes, updates to phytosanitary requirements, and the introduction of plant health inspections for certain plants and products. The directive aims to align pest risk management with scientific developments and ensure effective enforcement of plant health regulations across member states.AI