The EU and US have agreed on a new trade framework, setting a 15% tariff ceiling on most European exports. While industrial sectors gained significant concessions, EU agri-food products face higher costs and limited protections. Agriculture risks becoming the bargaining chip of the deal, with major concerns for dairy, pork, fruit & vegetables, and wine & spirits.
Words Matter ! Farm Europe and EAT Europe welcome the European Commission’s proposal to introduce clear principles for the protection of meat product names in the draft revision of the Common Market Organisation (CMO) regulation, as part of the broader reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP).
The European Commission’s proposal to reduce CAP funding and cap subsidies above €20,000 threatens the viability of many productive farms across the EU. Farm Europe’s analysis shows over half of the EU’s farmland would be affected, with major impacts in countries like France, Italy, and the Czech Republic. The reform could weaken agricultural sovereignty by undermining economic stability, especially for family and mid-sized farms.
The European Commission’s proposal cuts the CAP budget by nearly 20% and weakens its economic role, risking renationalisation and unbalanced green priorities.
Farm Europe urges EU co-legislators to reject the plan and preserve a strong, common CAP.
Farm Europe warns against cutting the CAP budget just when European farmers need more support than ever. The CAP has already lost value due to inflation and disinvestment, and renationalisation would further weaken it. Ahead of the EU budget announcement, Farm Europe urges President von der Leyen to protect food security and keep the CAP strong.
Farm Europe urges the EU to strengthen its promotion policy for agri-food products, calling it a vital tool for global competitiveness and market access. Ettore Prandini warned against funding cuts and ideological exclusions, stressing the need for flexibility, anti-counterfeiting efforts, and stronger EU diplomatic support. A dedicated and ambitious budget is essential to protect producers and uphold EU standards.
On the 9th of July, Farm Europe signed the declaration proposed by Polish Farmers organisations calling for a strong, autonomous CAP budget, rejecting Mercosur in its current form, calling for full reciprocity, asking for reinforced market management, risk management and safety nets, and reminding the European Commission that food security and agricultural strategic autonomy are […]
Following the adoption of the new European Life Sciences Strategy, Eat Europe and Farm Europe express deep concern over the approach taken, which goes against scientific evidence and the protection of public health.
The 1st of July marks the beginning of the Danish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, that Denmark will hold until 31st December 2025. Under the slogan “A strong Europe in a changing world”, the Danish Presidency sets the ambition to deliver on building a secure, competitive and green Europe.
After intensive work with the European Parliament, Farm Europe and Eat Europe welcome the decision by the members of the EP Committee on Industry, Research and Energy to prioritise science and citizens’ health over risky biotechnological development related to food production.