Retail and wholesale group backs Commission’s decision on livestock and plant proteins
EuroCommerce, which represents the retail and wholesale sector in Europe, has welcomed the European Commission’s decision to address livestock and…
Food
Read More
European Parliament approves deregulation of new GMOs despite food transparency concerns
The European Non-GMO Industry Association (ENGA) has criticised the European Parliament for approving legislation that will relax regulations governing a…
Measures to boost competitiveness should be a key priority for Ireland’s food and drink sector
With Ireland‘s food and drink sector facing mounting pressure from rising costs, labour shortages and growing regulatory demands, driving sector…
Energy use in the European Union’s industrial sector declined in 2024
Energy consumption across the EU‘s industrial sector declined in 2024, continuing a trend evident since 1990, according to new data…
Consumer prices in France rose 1.7% in March, compared to the same month a year ago
Consumer prices were 1.7% higher on an annual basis in France in March, while the month-on-month increase stood at 1.0%,…
75% of French consumers prioritise local products when purchasing food
Three quarters (75%) of French consumers prioritise local products when purchasing food, while 66% are willing to pay more to…
42.4% of German consumers accept stable prices despite VAT cut
While high costs and market uncertainty have put pressure on German hospitality operators, consumers continue to support their favourite restaurants,…
78% of Spanish consumers influenced by waste reduction efforts when shopping
Some 78% of Spanish consumers state that knowing what initiatives stores have in place to reduce waste influences their choice…
Retail sales rose in Germany last year, says Destatis
Retail sales rose in Germany last year, by 2.7% in real terms and by 3.8% in nominal terms, according to…
Out-of-home consumption on the increase in Spain, says AECOC
Some 78% of Spanish consumers have either maintained or increased their out-of-home food spend, a new study by AECOC has…