Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002524/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Anna Bryłka (PfE)
In connection with the decision taken at the 21st meeting of the Committee on Invasive Alien Species on 20 June 2025, could the Commission please urgently provide clarification as to the inclusion of the American mink (Neogale vison) on the list of invasive alien species representing a threat to the European Union, in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1143/2014.
According to the information provided at that meeting, the introduction of a two-year transitional period before the entry into force of provisions restricting the rearing of American mink was considered appropriate. In light of the above:
During the transitional period, will American mink farmers be allowed to:
- 1.Continue breeding and selling live animals or furs?
- 2.Invest in farm development and infrastructure?
- 3.Propagate and transport mink within or outside the EU?
Submitted: 24.6.2025