European Commission 11 February 2020, Commission Implementing Directive (EU) 2020/177 of 11 February 2020 amending Council Directives 66/401/EEC, 66/402/EEC, 68/193/EEC, 2002/55/EC, 2002/56/EC and 2002/57/EC, Commission Directives 93/49/EEC and 93/61/EEC and Implementing Directives 2014/21/EU and 2014/98/EU as regards pests of plants on seeds and other plant reproductive material (Text with EEA relevance) (Text with EEA relevance)

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The Commission Implementing Directive (EU) 2020/177 amends several existing Council and Commission Directives concerning the marketing of seeds and plant reproductive material, focusing on the regulation of pests, specifically regulated non-quarantine pests (RNQPs). Key provisions include updated requirements for pest management, visual inspections, and sampling protocols to ensure that propagating material is practically free from pests that could compromise quality. The Directive is applicable from June 1, 2020, and aims to enhance phytosanitary protections within the EU by aligning with recent scientific assessments and regulatory frameworks.AI