- Some agricultural inputs can be subject to a reduced VAT rate of 5.5% or 10%
- Agricultural production includes various activities such as beekeeping, forestry, and sericulture
- Products from agriculture, fishing, aquaculture, or poultry can qualify for reduced VAT rates
- Parties can agree to waive procedures for invoices issued before September 30, 2024
- Definition of products from agriculture, fishing, aquaculture, or poultry includes animal and plant products
- Excluded from the definition are ornamental horticulture products and certain fertilizers
- Reduced VAT rate of 5.5% applies to products intended for agricultural use
- Products can also benefit from the reduced rate if used for human consumption
Source: bofip.impots.gouv.fr
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