Euroseeds welcomes the European Commission’s Vision for Agriculture and Food as a significant step toward a more competitive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food sector. The roadmap aims to create a fair and future-oriented food production system, supporting both current and future generations of farmers and agri-food operators.
The Commission’s emphasis on policy simplification, innovation, and digitalization aligns with Euroseeds’ commitment to a science-driven approach to agricultural sustainability and competitiveness, according to a press release. Key initiatives, including the 2025 simplification package and the EU digital strategy for agriculture, will help farmers and the agri-food sector harness technological advancements for greater efficiency and sustainability.
“This vision is a much-needed step forward in shaping the future of agriculture in Europe,” Garlich von Essen, Secretary General of Euroseeds, stated. “The European seed sector stands ready to contribute to the success of this initiative by providing innovative plant breeding solutions that enhance productivity, resilience, and sustainability. We strongly support the Commission’s focus on innovation, simplification, and ensuring a fair and competitive market for European farmers.”
Euroseeds particularly welcomes the emphasis on:
- Ensuring an attractive agricultural sector by providing stability, fair incomes, and access to innovative business models, i which will help secure generational renewal and attract young talent to farming;
- Strengthening competitiveness and resilience by ensuring a level playing field in global trade and aligning production standards for imported goods with EU regulations will reinforce food security and sovereignty;
- Supporting a future-proof sector by balancing climate action with food security, plant breeding innovations, improving access to biopesticides, and recognizing farmers’ role in sustainable practices are crucial steps toward a more sustainable and competitive agricultural sector.
Read about the EC Vision for Food and Agriculture
