The methods of the Von der Leyen Commission: greener and digital
The working methods of the von der Leyen Commission are focused on achieving more results in Europe and in the world, betting on a greener and digitalized commission.
The new European Commission begins to work
Janusz Wojciechowski, MEP veteran and current member of the European Court of Auditors, is the new Commissioner of Agriculture, while Phil Hogan assumes the Commerce portfolio.
The EU finally agrees to delay the “brexit” until next January 31
The Ambassadors of the Twenty-seven made the decision to delay Brexit during a new meeting, after Friday they failed to unanimously agree on the duration of the new extension.
First sick olive trees of “Xylella fastidiosa” in France
The detection of “Xylella fastidiosa” for the first time in two ornamental olive trees in France next to the Italian border has generated concern among farmers.
World wheat production drops
A 23% reduction in Canadian durum wheat production and 9.5% less in European production are expected. Situation that makes expect a rebound in prices for European producers.
Berlín, world capital of fruits and vegetables
From 6 to 8 February 2019, FRUIT LOGÍSTICA opens its doors, an event that expects to gather more than 78,000 professional visitors from more than 130 countries - More than 3,200 exhibitors from 90 countries represent the complete chain of fruit and vegetable production fresh.
The European Parliament plenary takes a crucial step towards a fairer food chain in the EU
The Plenary of the European Parliament today ratified in Strasbourg with 428 votes in favor, 170 against and 18 abstentions, the Report approved by the Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development on unfair commercial practices on 2 October.
The EU brought the consumption of fruits and vegetables and dairy products to more than 30 million children, during the school year 2016/17
During the 2016/17 school year, the EU brought the consumption of fruit and vegetables to more than 12.2 million children in 79,000 schools, through its fruit and vegetable consumption program. Along the same lines of promoting a healthy diet among the European child population, more than 18 million schoolchildren participated in their milk consumption program. Thanks to both initiatives, more than 74,000 tons of fruit and vegetables and more than 285,000 tons of dairy products were distributed to children between the ages of 6 and 10 years.
What model of exploitation should we support in the CAP?
Article of Opinion signed for ECA by the doctor and agronomist, José María García Álvarez, who reflects on the exploitation model that should be prioritized in the CAP
EU: Commission opens a Knowledge Center to boost quality and fight against food fraud
Starting tomorrow, March 13th, the European Commission will put into operation a Knowledge Center on Food Fraud and Food Quality, managed by the Joint Research Center, in response to consumer concerns about the quality of food. food and fraudulent food practices. This new Knowledge Center, a network of experts from within and outside the Commission, will provide support to EU policy makers and national authorities, facilitating access to up-to-date scientific knowledge and the sharing of information on food fraud. and on issues of food quality.