Following Copa and Cogeca's initial harvest forecast issued in September, the updated data at the end of the harvesting period shows that the predictions were confirmed.
European farmers and Agri-cooperatives have already been working to limit and counter the effects of climate change, however, further tools and supports are necessary to untap their true potential in mitigation and emissions reduction.
Food chain actors all agree with the main principles set out in the Farm to Fork strategy and are fully aware that constant and substantial improvement must be made to ensure a more sustainable approach to our food systems.
European farmers and cooperatives are likewise pleased with the ambitious goal to increase the financial resources destined for reaching sustainability and biodiversity objectives.
The Cogeca Presidency held its traditional Business Forum today, gathering representatives of international agri-food cooperatives to discuss the role of their cooperatives in building "Resilient and Sustainable Global Food Supply Chains".