More than 30 million children across the EU receive milk, fruit and vegetables under the EU's School Scheme. During the 2016-2017 school year, more than 12.2 million...
The European Court of Auditors (ECA) is conducting an audit of organic-food checks in the EU. The auditors will examine the control system governing the production,...
The European Commission is launching today (23 January) a public consultation on the transparency and the independence of risk assessments and scientific studies as a follow-up...
The current EU framework does not suffice for a transition to more sustainable food systems. A comprehensive food policy is urgently needed in order to improve...
New rules to increase consumer trust in organic foodstuffs and unleash the sector′s potential for growth were approved by the Agriculture Committee on Wednesday (22...
A new system of electronic certification to better monitor imports of organic products becomes applicable tomorrow (19 April), making the EU a global leader in traceability...
Although fast and effective for plant growth, chemicals pesticides entail potential risks for human health, animals and the environment. About 45% of food we consume contains...