Agricultural Policy & Sustainable Food Systems
2025 marked the publication of major EU initiatives for the future of agriculture, including the Vision for Agriculture and Food, the post-2027 MFF and the future CAP framework.
Throughout the year, ELO advocated for policies that back farm viability, innovation, food security, environmental stewardship and rural vitality.
In 2026, policy discussions are expected to intensify.
- NGTs may reach a decisive final stage.
- The Vision for Agriculture and Food must now be translated into concrete action.
- Work will also continue on the Food and Feed Simplification Omnibus.
- ELO will remain vigilant on trade to support fair competition and protect European farmers.
Latest news
June 2026
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The gala dinner held during the 29th General Assembly of Friends of the Countryside, hosted this year in Extremadura, took place in the historic city of Cáceres on 22 May. During the ceremony, Thierry de L’Escaille and Jurgen Tack presented Alons...
May 2026
Position Paper
ELO is pleased to support this joint industry letter calling for a clear, science-based and workable definition of biocontrol substances under Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009. Biocontrol solutions play an increasingly important role in helping Europeâ€...
May 2026
Press Release
 Brussels, 19 May 2026 — The European Landowners’ Organization (ELO) welcomes the publication of the European Commission’s Fertiliser Action Plan as a necessary response to the growing pressure on Europe’s farmers, landowners and rural busi...
May 2026
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Land use in Europe has undergone a profound and non-linear transformation since Roman times, shaped by demography, technology, and policy. In the presentation I delivered during Session 3 (CAP and land use) at the Forum for the Future of Agriculture...
