Europe News MEP back steep tariff on Russian and Belarusian fertilisers The European Parliament has approved a proposal to impose steep tariffs on Russian and Belarusian fertilisers and agricultural products, sparking concern among European farmers about the potential fallout. 22/05/2025
Europe News Where do European farmers stand today after the 2024 protests? In partnership with CropLife Europe A new report reveals that European farmers feel worse off now than 12 months ago, are frustrated with the EU’s lack of support and are prepared to protest again. 22/05/2025
No Comment Farmers rally in Brussels over agricultural funding concerns European farmers rallied in Brussels to protest against proposed EU reforms to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the merging of multiple budgetary funds. 21/05/2025
Europe News EU budget chief soothes farmers fears over funding changes The EU Budget Commissioner reassured farmers that no decision has been made yet regarding the structure of the next long-term EU budget, acknowledging their concerns about threatening agricultural funding. 20/05/2025
Europe News What's behind farmers' protests returning to the streets of Brussels? European farmers are set to return to the streets of Brussels, nearly a year after their major demonstrations. Their main concern: the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the risk of a fragmented, "27-speed" agriculture system across the EU. 19/05/2025
Climate Climate change is ‘killing’ the world’s favourite fruit, growers warn Research shows how we can keep enjoying the fruit for generations to come, by cutting emissions, buying Fairtrade, and increasing diversity. 12/05/2025
Nature What a lynx release taught me about the species’ future in Spain The Iberian lynx was saved by a breeding programme and a ‘hearts and minds’ campaign in rural Spain. But the feline again faces rising opposition. 04/05/2025
Europe News Croatian farmers increasingly concerned by foot-and-mouth disease Nearby countries such as Austria, Estonia and the Czech Republic have already implemented preventative measures after the disease was detected in Hungary and Slovakia. 10/04/2025
Europe News Estonia and Czech Republic enforce measures to curb foot and mouth Outbreaks of the disease, which affects primarily affects cattle and other livestock, have been reported in Hungary and Slovakia. 09/04/2025
No Comment Severe flooding in Bolivia destroys crops and homes Heavy rainfall in Bolivia’s Viacha community has caused severe flooding, destroying crops, submerging homes, and impacting 6,000 people as rivers overflowed in the highlands. 14/03/2025
Europe News Who will be part of the next generation of French farmers? The Paris International Agricultural Show is taking place at a time when the crisis-hit farming industry is still struggling to attract new talent. 28/02/2025
Climate Takeaway coffees get pricier: What's the link with extreme weather? The increasing impact of extreme weather on producers has caused coffee prices to skyrocket. 18/02/2025
Romania Romanian farmers give up on growing potatoes as costs surge Seed costs have doubled in recent years while agricultural labour has become more expensive and harder to find. 23/01/2025
Climate Why climate change is taking broccoli off UK supermarket shelves British growers have been surprised to find their crops coming up early, after a mild autumn and winter. 14/01/2025
Europe News Polish farmers protest ahead of EU presidency Gala On the eve of the inauguration gala for the Polish Presidency of the EU, Polish farmers descended on the capital Warsaw to protest against European policies affecting the farming sector. 03/01/2025
Climate Will we still drink coffee in 25 years? That depends on climate change Climate change is already affecting Europe’s favourite beverage - but small-scale farmers are working on solutions. 31/12/2024