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Austria continues to be one of the leading forces in Europe opposed to the use of agricultural biotechnology. Anti-biotech NGOs, who have a strong influence on Austrian consumers, farmer organizations, the food-processing sector, and the retail sector all campaign against genetically engineered agricultural and food products.

Austria, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products.

This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Austria. As a member of the European Union, Austria follows EU directives and regulations.

This report includes information on the plant, animal, and microbial biotechnology situation in Austria.

Consumer-oriented food and beverage products remain the top U.S. agricultural and food exports to Austria.