The European Parliament has approved a 50% increase in tariffs on agricultural goods from Russia and Belarus, DW reports.

This concerns the remaining agricultural products—including sugar, vinegar, flour, and animal feed—that were not subject to any EU tariffs until now.

The decision must now be approved by the European Council of the European Union (EU).

After the passing of the new law, all agricultural imports from Russia will be subject to EU tariffs.

Also, Members of the European Parliament supported the introduction of 6.5% tariffs on fertilizers from Russia and Belarus, plus additional levies of 40-45 euros per ton in 2025 and 2026. And by 2028, these tariffs will increase to 430 euros per ton.

Last year, EU imports of some Russian fertilizers even increased. The European Commission calls this situation an economic dependency on Russia and believes that without its intervention, the EU could be vulnerable to potential pressure from Russia.