European Commission outlines timetable to phase out cage farming for hens and pigs
The European Commission has set out a timetable for the phasing out of cage farming for laying hens and pigs…
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What European country has the most on-farm beehives?
Italy has around 1.9 million beehives across its farming network, more than any other European country, according to new data…
European Commission seeks to support farmers with Fertiliser Action Plan
The European Commission has formally adopted the Fertiliser Action Plan, an initiative to support farmers facing rising fertiliser prices and…
Fertiliser prices rose during each quarter of last year, data shows
Fertiliser prices rose in the European Union in each consecutive quarter of 2025, with Q4 prices rising by 8% compared…
Germany’s vegetable harvest reached a record high last year
The vegetable harvest in Germany reached a record high of 4.5 million tonnes last year, an increase of 8.1% compared…
EuroCommerce calls for more inclusive approach across agri-food chain
EuroCommerce has described the European Commission’s newly-published Vision for Agriculture and Food as a ‘starting point towards shaping the future…
Belgium’s agriculture industry stable, despite decline in cereal value
Belgium‘s agriculture industry reported a 0.6% increase in production value last year, compared to 2022, new data from Statbel has…
European consumers less trusting in food sector, study finds
European consumers are showing declining trust in food systems, a new study by EIT Food Consumer Observatory has found.
More than four-fifths of Europeans in favour of stronger animal welfare
Some 84% of European consumers are in favour of enhanced protective measures for farmed animals within their respective countries.
What European country saw the biggest increase in agricultural output value in 2022?
Estonia reported a 44% increase in the value of its agricultural output in 2022, new data from Eurostat has found.