Use of mineral fertilisers in the EU continues to decline
In 2023, 9.3 million tonnes of mineral fertilisers (nitrogen and phosphorus) were used in agricultural production across the EU. This...
ASAP assessment June 2025
The June edition of the JRC’s Anomaly Hotspots of Agricultural Production (ASAP) assessment is now available.
Bird flu: EFSA analyses situation in US and tracks possible routes of spread
EFSA’s scientists highlight that key European stop-overs with high-density bird congregations, such as Iceland, Britain, Ireland, western Scandinavia, and large...
EU livestock populations continued to decrease in 2024
In 2024, the EU had 132 million pigs, 72 million bovine animals, 57 million sheep and 10 million goats. Compared...
Dr. Nikolaus Kriz nominated as EFSA’s next Executive Director
“I am very pleased to announce that today the Board voted to nominate Dr. Nikolaus Kriz as EFSA’s next Executive...
Positive yield expectations for EU winter cereals
Winter crops remain generally resilient, with overall good yield prospects at the EU level and exceptionally high expectations in Spain,...
Average yield outlook for winter crops in Ukraine in June 2025
Persistent dryness in the east negatively affected winter cereals, while late spring cold spells in the west reduced the yield...
Agricultural prices increased in first quarter of 2025
In the first quarter of 2025, the average price of agricultural output in the EU rose by 2.6%, marking a...
ASAP assessment May 2025
The May edition of the JRC’s Anomaly Hotspots of Agricultural Production (ASAP) assessment is now available.
World Food Safety Day 2025: EFSA celebrates “Science in Action”
On 7 June, EFSA joins the global community in celebrating World Food Safety Day — a moment to reflect on...
Protecting ecosystems: almost half of EU Biodiversity Strategy recommendations now in place
Improved data collection and delivering on policy are essential for the future of EU biodiversity.
ASAP assessment April 2025
The April edition of the JRC’s Anomaly Hotspots of Agricultural Production (ASAP) assessment is now available.
Soil organic carbon is at risk in a large part of European agricultural land
Further loss of soil carbon would negatively impact EU climate change mitigation efforts and food security.
Ukraine hit by record-breaking wildfires in 2024
There is a clear correlation between the war front and the fire damage, a new JRC study shows.
War worsens climate and environmental challenges in Ukraine
A new study finds reduced greenhouse gas emissions in Ukraine amid war but increased toxic pollution risks.
Drought over large parts of Europe raises concern
Dwindling river flows and worsening drought are triggered by warmer-than-average weather and lower precipitation levels.
Protecting eco-systems: almost half of EU Biodiversity Strategy recommendations now in place
Improved data collection and delivering on policy are essential for the future of EU biodiversity.
African swine fever outbreaks in pigs in the EU are falling
The report also reveals that the number of EU Member States affected by ASF declined for the first time since...
Food crises: in 2024, nearly 300 m people suffered high levels of acute food insecurity
The latest edition of the Global Report on Food Crises warns of devastating food security and nutrition crises, with no signs...
Pesticides residues in food: what’s the situation in the EU?
The report analyses information on pesticide residues gathered from random and targeted monitoring programmes. EFSA also published an interactive tool...
Questions and answers on the Common Agricultural Policy simplification package
European Commission Questions and answers Brussels, 14 May 2025 What exactly is the Commission proposing? The Commission proposes to alleviate...
Low cereal yields in Morocco and Syria; Early season rainfall deficits in parts of East Africa
The April edition of the JRC’s Anomaly Hotspots of Agricultural Production (ASAP) assessment is now available.
Sales of pesticides in the EU down another 9% in 2023
In 2023, approximately 292 000 tonnes of pesticides were sold in the EU, the lowest level since the start of...
Year 3 of #PlantHealth4Life empowers citizens to become plant health ambassadors
“When citizens understand the vital role of plant health in their lives — from the food on their tables to...
Drought over large parts of Europe raises concern
Dwindling river flows and worsening drought are triggered by warmer-than-average weather and lower precipitation levels.
Yield outlook remains cautiously positive
Fair to good yields are still expected in most countries. Southern Europe has benefited from abundant rainfall, improving crop yield...
EU Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Olivér Várhelyi visits EFSA
On Thursday, 10 April, European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, Olivér Várhelyi, visited the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)...
Carbapenem resistance in the food chain
While there is no definitive evidence that these bacteria spread to humans through food, identical strains have been found in...
AI tool to help detect growing climate hazards for EU agriculture
A JRC-developed explainable AI model enables probabilistic detection and uncertainty estimation of areas of concern, improving risk management.
EU aquaculture 2023: 1.1 million tonnes produced
In 2023, aquaculture production in the EU was almost 1.1 million tonnes of live weight, valued at €4.8 billion. Aquaculture...
Safe2Eat 2025 campaign: boosting consumer confidence in EU food safety
Following the continued success of last year’s Safe2Eat campaign, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and its national partners across...
2024 ECVAM Status Report: biotechnology boom accompanies continuous drop in animal testing
The latest ECVAM status report highlights JRC’s work contributing to wider EU efforts to reduce and ultimately eliminate the use...
Comissão apoia o setor vitivinícola da UE face aos novos desafios
European Commission Press release Brussels, 28 Mar 2025 Today, the European Commission is proposing a range of measures to ensure...
EU crops off to a promising start
Winter crops in large parts of Europe have started regrowth in good condition, but need more rainfall
Natural capital drives EU regional growth
Investing in nature pays off: natural capital plays a significant role in driving regional economic growth in the EU, both...
Soil organic carbon is at risk in a large part of European agricultural land
Further loss of soil carbon would negatively impact EU climate change mitigation efforts and food security.
Strong weather contrasts in the beginning of 2024 have mixed effects on crops
Large parts of northern Europe experienced a distinct cold spell at the beginning of the New Year. Distinctly warmer than...
Agricultural prices increase in Q4 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2024, the average price of agricultural output that farmers get at the farm gate in...
Contrasting changes in animal production forecast
In the second half (semester) of 2025, the gross indigenous production (GIP) of bovine animals in the EU is projected...
Veterinary drug residues in food – non-compliance stays low in 2023
The review looks at the presence of authorised and unauthorised pharmacologically active substances and their residues in food. The data...
