The French Agricultural Emergency Act of 18 August 2026, which entered into force on 20 August, has significantly brought forward this year’s negotiation timetable for certain suppliers (Article 54 of Act No. 2026-796 of 18 August 2026 on the Protection and Sovereignty of Agriculture).

Two Deadlines for Annual Supply Agreements

Depending on the supplier’s worldwide turnover excluding VAT (consolidated or combined, based on the most recent completed financial year), two distinct timetables now apply to the annual supply agreement (or framework agreement supplemented by implementing agreements).

Regardless of the products concerned, the agreement must be signed by:

• 31 January 2027 where the supplier’s group turnover is below €350 million;
• 1 March 2027 where the supplier’s group turnover is €350 million or more.

Unchanged Timetable for the Communication of General Terms and Conditions of Sale (GTCS)

Where the products include fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs), food products or pet food products, suppliers must continue to provide their General Terms and Conditions of Sale (GTCS) no later than 1 December 2026, regardless of their turnover.

For all other products, the GTCS must still be communicated within a reasonable timeframe to allow compliance with the applicable deadline for signing the agreement.

Published on 30.08.2026.