Brussels, Belgium
December 19, 2025

Europe’s seed sector welcomes the agreement reached by EU Member States on the Regulation on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), marking a decisive step towards a more innovative, competitive, and resilient European agriculture.

After the agreement in trilogue, Member States have endorsed the resulting compromise text, sending a strong political signal to the other co-legislator in favour of innovation in plant breeding.

Garlich von Essen, Secretary General and CEO of Euroseeds, commented:
“This agreement is a very welcome and encouraging development. It shows that Europe is determined to advance in support of innovation, sustainability and competitiveness. For plant breeders and farmers alike, this alignment provides much-needed clarity and momentum.”

As the legislative process moves forward, Euroseeds remains committed to playing a constructive role, supporting Parliament and Council with the adoption of the file, and the Commission and national authorities in the implementation of the Regulation, and to provide technical expertise, advice and recommendations where needed.

“We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with policymakers and regulators during the next phases,” von Essen added. “Our shared objective is to ensure that the final
implementation contributes to Europe’s competitiveness and allows the agri-food sector, across the entire value chain, to maintain and strengthen its global leadership.”

Website: http://www.euroseeds.org

Published: December 19, 2025