Austria Fertilizer Approvals Update: Important Deadline Approaching!

The Federal Office for Food Safety has issued an important reminder regarding the amended Fertilizer Act 2021 (DMG 2021), which has been in effect since October 1, 2021. This amendment includes an important regulation on the time limit for the approval of fertilizers, soil improvers, growing media and plant additives. This Act specifically regulates the approval and marketing of fertilizers, soil improvers, growing media and plant additives within Austria.

Products approved for an unlimited period according to Section 9a of the Fertilizer Act 1994 must be re-approved or removed from the market by January 1, 2025.

Action Required: To continue marketing these products after the deadline, a new application for approval must be submitted.

Application Process: Applications for “Re-approval of previously approved fertilizer products according to Section 9a of the DMG 1994” should be submitted via the BAES homepage. Make sure to upload the previous admission letter under the “Other” category for procedural efficiency.

Fertilizer Approvals: Austria 2025 Regulation aims to ensure that all fertilizers, soil improvers, growing media, and plant additives meet current safety and quality standards. Stakeholders are urged to take prompt action to comply with the new requirements and avoid disruptions in the availability of their product.

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