The European Commission has published its comprehensive Health and Food Audits and Analysis work programme for 2025, outlining its plan to help ensure the highest standards of food and feed safety, animal health and welfare, and plant health across the European Union.

Verifying Compliance and Protecting Consumers

As part of the programme, the Commission will conduct a total of 259 controls and audits in EU Member States, third countries exporting to the EU, and candidate countries. These thorough checks aim to verify that EU standards and legislation are being correctly implemented, giving consumers confidence that their interests are protected.

A Transparent and Accountable Process

The selection of controls is based on a rigorous prioritisation process, taking into account legal obligations, risk assessments, and the Commission's key priorities. The outcomes of these audits will be made publicly available on the European Commission's website, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the process.

Additional Measures to help ensure Safety and Compliance

In addition to audits, Commission experts will conduct targeted controls, including:

• Verifying compliance with EU legislation at border control posts
• Monitoring medical devices notified bodies
• Assessing third country listings for exports to the EU
• Conducting pre-accession assessments in the context of enlargement

The programme also includes the management of two networks of Member States authorities, focusing on multi-annual national control plans and national audit systems, as well as the Better Training for Safer Food programme.

Learn More

For more information on the Health and Food Audits and Analysis Programme for 2025, click on link below: