Japan Proposes JAS Act Amendments to Prevent Certification Evasion and Expand Mutual Recognition with EU

On March 13, 2025, Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) announced the Proposal No. 550004087, revising the Act on Japanese Agricultural Standards (JAS Act). The proposal focuses on two key revisions: strengthening regulations to prevent certification evasion by JAS-certified enterprises and expanding equivalence recognition with the European Union (EU). Any comments can be submitted before April 11, 2025 via e-GOV platform.