EU food waste totalled 129kg per person in 2024
Food waste across the European Union reached 129 kilograms per person in 2024, totalling 57.9 million tonnes, according to new…
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EU’s agri-food trade surplus increases to €30.1 billion
The European Union reported a €30.1 billion surplus in its agri-food sector in the first seven months of 2026, €2.9…
European Commission sets new research and innovation framework for agriculture and food systems
The European Commission has announced the adoption of a new strategic approach to research and innovation across Europe, covering agriculture,…
Euro area retail trade falls 0.6% in July, led by non-food sales
Seasonally-adjusted retail trade volumes fell by 0.6% in the euro area and by 0.4% across the European Union in July…
Latvian households spent an average of €619 per person per month in 2025
Latvian households spent an average of €619 per household member per month in 2025, with food and non-alcoholic beverages accounting…
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…
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%,…