On November 9, 2017, the Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed discussed the Commission proposal to extend the approval of glyphosate for 5 years based on the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) conclusion. The Commission asked Member States for their indicative positions on the draft Commission Regulation proposing the renewal of the approval of glyphosate for 5 years. The result of the vote was NO OPINION, with 14 votes in favor, 9 votes against and 5 abstentions.
Summary report of the Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed. November 9, 2017.
On November 27, 2017, EU Member States voted to renew the approval of glyphosate for a period of 5 years. A qualified majority voted in favor of the renewal.
Summary report of the Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed. November 27, 2017.
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