economy
March 13, 2026
Mandatory written contracts in the trade of agricultural products
Concluding contracts between agricultural producers and those involved in procurement and processing will become an obligation. Yesterday's decision by the Government of Serbia stipulated that a written contract must be concluded with every delivery of agricultural products, and this will apply to the trade of cereals (commercial wheat and corn), as well as fruits and vegetables. New rules apply to fresh agricultural products: tomatoes, onions and garlic, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers and gherkins, peppers, apples, sour cherries, plums, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries.
TL;DR
- Written contracts are now mandatory for all agricultural product sales in Serbia.
- This regulation covers cereals (wheat, corn), fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy products.
- The government's goal is to create more transparent and stable business conditions.
- This aims to increase legal security for agricultural producers.
- Previously, many transactions, especially for fruits and vegetables, were conducted informally.
- The new rules are expected to particularly impact the export-oriented fruit sector.
- Major companies already use formal contracts, but this law extends the requirement to all.
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