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Feeding Europe's future together!

Copa and Cogeca are the united voice of farmers and agri-cooperatives in the EU. Together, we ensure that EU agriculture is sustainable, innovative and competitive, while guaranteeing food security for 500 million people throughout Europe. 

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New Chair for the Working Party on Cotton

Congratulations to new Chair Mr. Martinez ( Cooperativas Agro-alimentarias de España, Spain). The EU cotton sector is Europe's largest producer of natural fibres, supporting farmers, jobs and economic activity in rural areas while meeting high sustainability standards. "In a context of rising costs, climate challenges and increasing market uncertainty, the CMO reform offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen sectoral organisation, improve the competitiveness of cotton producers and secure a sustainable future for the sector."

05/11/2026

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Policy

Agriculture is one of the most integrated sectors at European level and lies at the heart of many European institution initiatives. Copa and Cogeca organise themselves so as to respond to the challenges and questions posed by European decision-makers, allowing European farmers and cooperatives to put forward their views and proposals concerning a multitude of subjects that directly affect farmers no matter what agricultural activity they are involved in. In the following 12 categories, you will find our positions on key issues affecting the future of European agriculture.

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Our Vision – We Farm 4 EU

The coming decade is pivotal for EU agriculture. Many challenges lie ahead. We will face difficult debates on generation renewal, low farm income, market volatility and climate change. As European farmers and cooperatives, we are aware of and ready to navigate these difficult issues and to weather the changes in store. We seek to deliver the type of agriculture that our citizens expect and demand: agriculture that provides a high level of food security and high standards of quality, welfare, sustainability and environmental protection. This is our commitment to Europe! In return, we look to Europe’s leaders to deliver the policy framework that will feed our future.  

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Copa-Cogeca and IFA meet Irish Prime Minister, Taoiseach Micheál Martin and urge Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 to stand firm on the defence of CAP and its budget at a critical stage in negotiations

As EU leaders move closer to defining a common landing zone for the 2028–2034 MFF, the farming organisations stressed that their fundamental concerns remain unresolved. European farming organisations remain fully mobilised and will continue to make their voices heard until a final agreement is reached, ensuring that the message conveyed to the Taoiseach today is also brought to the attention of EU Heads of State and Government at the upcoming European Council meetings.

04.11.26 #STATEMENT

Putting the cart before the horse: Council agrees on future CAP rules while its budget remains unknown

Last night, EU Agriculture Ministers, under the leadership of the Irish Presidency, reached a partial agreement on the post-2027 Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). Copa and Cogeca acknowledge the progress made on several technical points of contention but warn that the most fundamental questions concerning the future of European agriculture remain unanswered. An agreement on the CAP without clarity on its financing, its common character and its implementation cannot provide the certainty that European farmers and agricultural cooperatives urgently need. This political and procedural deadlock was foreseeable and is largely the result of the approach chosen by the European Commission.

27.10.26 #PRESSRELEASE

Timely deal on EU Organic Regulation revision, a necessary step for the sector

The provisional agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on the targeted revision of Regulation (EU) 2018/848 on organic production represents a significant milestone. Given the tight timeframe for adopting the revised legislation before the end of 2026, Copa and Cogeca recognise the efforts of the EU institutions in reaching a timely compromise. The agreement avoids potential disruption to international trade and provides greater predictability for operators across the organic supply chain by ensuring the continuation of equivalence arrangements with third countries until 2036.

21.10.26 #PRESSRELEASE

From Stockholm, Europe’s leading farming organisations sound the alarm in a landmark declaration to defend the CAP and its Budget

Europe’s last chance to rebuild its agriculture on solid ground is now. This was the unequivocal message delivered from Stockholm by Europe’s leading farming and agri-cooperative organisations at the 12th Congress of European Farmers. Addressing EU Heads of State and Government gathered in Brussels, farming leaders warned that decisions on the future Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and EU budget will determine Europe’s ability to feed its citizens and remain secure, competitive and resilient.

15.10.26 #PRESSRELEASE

Two years of warnings ignored: Europe’s farming community rejects the Council’s budget proposal

The Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 presented its negotiating box for the next long-term EU budget. For Europe’s farmers and agri-cooperatives, the message is brutally clear: the proposed cuts remain, while no credible safeguard has been offered to preserve the CAP’s historic structure, autonomy and common character. The EU is moving dangerously close to making a grave strategic mistake.

10.10.26 #PRESSRELEASE

COPA and COGECA presidencies renewed at a critical juncture for European Agriculture

On Thursday and Friday in Brussels, lead representatives of Europe’s farming and agri-cooperative sectors met in a turbulent agricultural climate, following a summer of record-breaking events and just weeks before crucial decisions on the future of EU agricultural policy. With major challenges looming, stability and continuity prevailed, as both the Copa and Cogeca presidencies were renewed to steer the organisations through the difficult months ahead.

02.10.26 #PRESSRELEASE

AgRI and Food 2040: a new EU approach to R and I focused on delivering tangible benefits for agriculture

In the wake of the European Commission’s 8th September publication of its new R&I framework for the agricultural and forestry sectors, Copa and Cogeca attended the EU AgRI 2040 Conference in Brussels. It was an opportunity to bring once again our clear message: EU R&I must deliver on the ground benefits for farmers.

25.09.26 #STATEMENT

Copa and Cogeca deeply disappointed by the European Parliament’s vote on CBAM

In plenary the Parliament rejected “Article 27a” closing the only door to a temporary safeguard that could have protected farmers from the impact of exceptionally high fertiliser prices in times of crisis. As fertiliser prices remain high and geopolitical tensions are putting further pressure on energy and fertiliser markets, this decision is simply incomprehensible!

15.09.26 #PRESSRELEASE

The European Commission proposal on EU’s public procurement marks a potential shift in how Europe uses public spending

For farmers and agri-cooperatives, this reform could provide a concrete way to strengthen 🇪🇺 strategic autonomy and ensure that European taxpayers' money supports Europe’s own production capacity, after years of procurement practices focused primarily on the lowest price.

09.09.26 #STATEMENT

Livestock farms are no industrial installations!

The Committee on Agriculture just adopted, by a large majority, its opinion on the Commission’s proposal to revise the Industrial Emissions Directive. The Committee reiterated the European Parliament’s main conclusion from 2023: the scope for livestock activities covered by the IED was not suited for this Directive targeting large industrial polluters.

02.09.26 #PRESSRELEASE

Exceptional heatwave impact on agriculture: Copa and Cogeca present initial assessment to Commissioner Hansen and call for action

The crisis, coming on top of the input crisis and the sharp increases in fertiliser and energy costs, is no longer simply a question of this summer’s harvest. It poses a risk for the economy, production and food-security, as well and an inflation risk that will extend into the months ahead.

01.09.26 #PRESSRELEASE

Under mounting pressure, Europe is approaching a defining moment: will it make the right strategic choices for its agriculture?

As political work resumes in Brussels, we believe it would be an understatement to say that morale across Europe’s farming community is anything but high. Another summer of extreme weather, drought and wildfires has added pressure to already difficult market conditions in many Member States. Fertiliser and energy costs remain a concern, with farm finances already running dry, while wars, trade tensions, intensifying global competition and climate shocks are darkening both the immediate and longer-term outlook.

01.09.26 #OPINIONPIECE

2026 Forecast: Cereal production declines after last year's rebound, while oilseeds and protein crops maintain positive momentum

The experts of the Copa-Cogeca Working Parties on Cereals, Oilseeds and Protein Crops expect a more challenging year for EU cereals in 2026, while oilseeds are forecast to deliver another strong harvest and protein crops are expected to maintain their positive momentum despite lower yields. However, the overall outlook remains highly weather-dependent, and the coming weeks will be crucial in confirming final production, as the recent weather events may have a greater impact than initially expected.

23.07.26 #PRESSRELEASE

Nitrates Directive Evaluation: Amid a fertiliser crisis calling for a rethink, the Commission chooses the status quo

After 3 years of assessment, the European Commission has published its long-awaited evaluation of the Nitrates Directive.This evaluation should have opened a genuine reflection on whether a legislative framework designed more than 30 years ago remains fit for the challenges of 21st-century agriculture. Instead, it largely maintains the status quo, which is a clear disappointment for COPA COGECA.

15.07.26 #PRESSRELEASE

Organic regulation revision: AGRI Committee vote paves the way for trilogue negotiations and avoids dangerous delays

Yesterday’s vote in the European Parliament’s AGRI Committee approving Rapporteur Camilla Laureti’s report on the targeted revision of Regulation (EU) 2018/848 represents a significant step forward in the legislative process. The adoption of the 5 compromise amendments, that the rapporteur and shadow rapporteurs negotiated, provides a clearer path for the upcoming trilogue negotiations.

15.07.26 #PRESSRELEASE

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Stockholm Declaration

From Stockholm, Europe's leading farming organisations are sounding the alarm. In a landmark declaration addressed to EU Heads of State and Government meeting in Brussels for the European Council meeting, the European farming community is sending a clear warning:European agriculture is approaching breaking point, and the window to rebuild it on solid foundations is rapidly closing.

Why do EU farmers oppose CBAM ?

We’re all talking about the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. What exactly is it? How does it work, and, above all, how much will it really cost European farmers? Has anyone actually done the maths? At Copa Cogeca, we have, and the result is frightening!

EU Cereal Crisis: The scissor effect crushing EU farmers

For 3 years in a row, European cereal producers are in the red economically, losing up to €500 per hectare. This situation is becoming increasingly structural and should raise concern well beyond the farming sector. What is the main driver? Fertilisers and their prices.

Strasbourg European farmers protest - 20.01.2026

From 18 December in Bruxelles to 20 January in Strasbourg, European farmers have shown their determination to save the future of EU farming.Farmers have been one of the backbone of European construction for more than 80 years. If you break the backbone, you can't stand anymore. Our message is clear: we will keep pushing for a strong common CAP, for fair trade deals and legal certainty. The mobilisation continues!


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European agriculture and forestry are incredibly diverse. This diversity is our pride and our strength, and we must do everything in our collective power to protect it! This is why all models of agriculture, all types of production and all sizes of farms and cooperatives are represented within Copa and Cogeca. 

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