Slovakia to fight long-term unemployment

Posted 7 hours ago
Long-term unemployment is a major problem in Slovakia, partly due to the fact that many people prefer to receive social benefits instead of slightly higher wages. The country hopes that the 'Europe 2020' strategy can help overcome this and other … [Link]

EU wants to keep IMF seats

Posted 8 hours ago
European Union finance ministers are unlikely to decide to cut the number of European seats at the executive board of the International Monetary Fund any time soon, according to EU sources, despite pressure from the United States. [Link]

Bulgarians, Romanians vulnerable in France until 2014, says expert

Posted 8 hours ago
Bulgarian and Romanian nationals are more vulnerable to expulsions than other EU citizens in France, as they are still obliged to seek work permits before being allowed to take up residency in the country, Béligh Nabli, research director at the … [Link]

European far-right defends Sarkozy’s Roma policy

Posted 12 hours ago
Lawmakers from the far-right were the only ones to defend French President Nicolas Sarkozy's tough policies towards the Roma during a debate in the European Parliament yesterday (2 September). [Link]

Paris woos Commission on industrial policy

Posted 12 hours ago
Stimulating innovation and preventing companies from fleeing abroad are the keys to success for a new EU industrial policy, stressed French Industry Minister Christian Estrosi during a visit to Brussels yesterday (2 September). But one of the main potential weapons … [Link]

Ministers to hold first talks on new energy savings plan

Posted 12 hours ago
EU energy ministers will meet at the beginning of next week for informal discussions which are expected to shed light on their positions related to the EU's upcoming new energy efficiency action plan. [Link]

Barnier finalising draft 'EU Single Market Act'

Posted 12 hours ago
The European Commission is preparing a new Single Market Act designed to boost job creation and stimulate growth, according to an internal paper seen exclusively by EurActiv. [Link]

Socialists plan 'Citizens' Initiative' on taxing speculation

Posted 12 hours ago
The Socialists may become the first to use the new European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) introduced by the Lisbon Treaty in their bid to request new EU legislation on taxing financial speculation, according to their leader Martin Schulz. [Link]

First standards underway for sustainable water use

Posted 12 hours ago
The European Water Partnership (EWP), a non-profit organisation, is in the process of testing draft standards for sustainable water management in industrial production processes. Pilots will soon be launched for the agriculture sector and urban areas. [Link]

EU cuts deal to set up banking watchdogs

Posted 12 hours ago
EU negotiators reached agreement yesterday (2 September) on a package of measures to beef up supervision of the bloc's banks, giving new EU watchdogs a mandate to overrule national authorities and ban risky financial products that were widely blamed for … [Link]

Food Safety; Policy Issues; Ag Economy; Climate Issues- EPA; and Political Notes

Posted 12 hours ago
Food Safety Reuters writer Christopher Doering reported yesterday that, “Passing food safety reform legislation this year is a ‘priority’ for the Senate, said a spokesman for Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid, as Congress feels pressure from consumer groups to act … [Link]

Michael McCarthy: The sparrow that survived Mao's purge – Independent

Posted 23 hours ago
Michael McCarthy: The sparrow that survived Mao's purgeIndependentWhen you think about it, Mao didn't need millions of villagers banging pots and pans; he could simply have borrowed the Common Agricultural Policy of the … [Link]

Integration by inertia – Foreign Policy (blog)

Posted 31 hours ago
Integration by inertiaForeign Policy (blog)Foremost among these disputes — besides the Common Agricultural Policy, anyway — is the existence and allocation of "structural funds. … [Link]

Turkish opposition steps up referendum campaign

Posted 33 hours ago
Turkey's main opposition party CHP has detailed its hostility to the constitutional amendments proposed by the ruling AK party, which will be voted upon in a referendum on 12 September. [Link]

Bosnians hope to travel visa-free to EU by autumn

Posted 33 hours ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina's 3.8 million Muslim citizens moved a step closer to gaining visa-free travel to the Schengen zone after its parliament extended the mandate of the head of an anti-corruption agency on Wednesday (1 September). [Link]

US told EU to hide ACTA from public

Posted 36 hours ago
The United States is behind the wall of secrecy surrounding global trade talks to combat counterfeiting, say EU policy sources, who claim that American officials are refusing to let their European counterparts publish the draft agreement online. [Link]

France laments EU absence from Israel-Palestine talks

Posted 36 hours ago
French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner has deplored the absence of the European Union from direct talks between Israel and Palestine, which are due to start today (2 September) in Washington. [Link]

EU late payments review edging close to deal

Posted 36 hours ago
Public bodies and private companies will be obliged to stick to deadlines in paying their creditors to avoid high interest rates on their debt, according to a draft deal between the EU institutions on the recast of the Late Payments … [Link]

EU-China trade row looming over potatoes

Posted 36 hours ago
A potentially damaging trade row has flared up between EU and Chinese trade authorities as China claims Europe has been unfairly subsidising potato starch exports. [Link]

France seeks own employment solutions

Posted 36 hours ago
Despite the EU's clearly-defined employment policies and 2020 job target, France will seek its own ways of responding to its citizens' main concerns – access to the job market and job security. EurActiv France reports. [Link]

Poland pushes for 'solidarity' in EU budget review

Posted 36 hours ago
On his first visit to Brussels, Polish President Bronisław Komorowski stressed his continued backing for European assistance to poorer regions and farmers ahead of EU budget talks later this year. [Link]

Food Safety Issues; Biotech; Biofuels; Ag Economy; and Political Notes

Posted 36 hours ago
Food Safety Issues Alicia Mundy reported yesterday at The Wall Street Journal Online that, “The criminal division of the Food and Drug Administration and the Justice Department have joined the probe of the Iowa farm at the heart of the … [Link]

Tony Blair on Gordon Brown: in quotes – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 40 hours ago
Telegraph.co.ukTony Blair on Gordon Brown: in quotesTelegraph.co.uk… Brown. p542 Mr Blair refuses to talk to Mr Brown after he puts a spanner in the works of the 2005 EU negotiations over the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Polish president demands EU budget quid pro quo – France24

Posted 2 days ago
France24Polish president demands EU budget quid pro quoFrance24They added that the Common Agricultural Policy, historically the biggest single EU oulay, should itself be cut by more than 800 million euros to 57.3 …and more » [Link]

Polish president demands EU budget quid pro quo – AFP

Posted 2 days ago
AFPPolish president demands EU budget quid pro quoAFPThey added that the Common Agricultural Policy, historically the biggest single EU oulay, should itself be cut by more than 800 million euros to 57.3 …and more » [Link]

Don't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU (Roundup) – Monsters and Critics.com

Posted 2 days ago
Don't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU (Roundup)Monsters and Critics.comHe also said Poland wanted to preserve handouts from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), which support its large farming population. …and more » [Link]

Don't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU (Roundup) – Monsters and Critics.com

Posted 2 days ago
Don't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU (Roundup)Monsters and Critics.comHe also said Poland wanted to preserve handouts from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), which support its large farming population. …and more » [Link]

Don't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU – Summary – Earthtimes

Posted 2 days ago
EarthtimesDon't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU – SummaryEarthtimesHe also said Poland wanted to preserve handouts from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), which support its large farming population. …and more » [Link]

Don't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU – Summary – Earthtimes

Posted 2 days ago
EarthtimesDon't cut funds for poor members, Polish President tells EU – SummaryEarthtimesHe also said Poland wanted to preserve handouts from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), which support its large farming population. …and more » [Link]

The end for Italian tomatoes? – FreshPlaza

Posted 2 days ago
The end for Italian tomatoes?FreshPlazaThe European Parliament had earlier in the crisis argued that although Common Agricultural Policy funding had contributed to securing low consumer prices, …and more » [Link]

Obama ends Iraq war amid low-key atmosphere

Posted 2 days ago
No public festivities in the US and no statements from the EU – so far. The announcement by the White House of the end of the Iraq war, which took the lives of more than 4,700 coalition troops – including … [Link]

Bundesbank member shocks with racial theories

Posted 2 days ago
Thilo Sarrazin, a Social Democrat politician and board member of the German Federal Bank, published his latest book on Monday (30 August), triggering a storm of disapproval over his racial and minority integration theories. He is now being threatened with … [Link]

MEPs call for 'better' EU-US security after Dutch arrests

Posted 2 days ago
Flaws in the US anti-terror system exposed by the recent arrest in Amsterdam of two suspected terrorists flying from Chicago pushed MEPs from the two main parties in the European Parliament to ask for "better" rather than "more" security checks … [Link]

Working shorter hours 'protects climate, job market'

Posted 2 days ago
Working shorter hours could reduce the burden our lifestyles impose on the environment while offering solutions to the mass unemployment caused by the economic crisis, according to new research. [Link]

Energy efficiency: The EU's new action plan

Posted 2 days ago
The European Union is drafting a new energy efficiency action plan to make good on its pledge to combat climate change and reduce its dependency on imported oil and gas. [Link]

Disaster Aid- Farm Bill; USDA Reports; Climate Issues; Biofuels; and Food Safety

Posted 2 days ago
Disaster Aid- Farm Bill John Lyon reported earlier this week at the Arkansas News Online that, “A recent spate of editorials in the national press knocking U.S. Sen. Blanche Lincoln’s efforts to secure $1.5 billion in disaster aid for farmers … [Link]

Parliament and governments block EU patent

Posted 3 days ago
Seven EU countries and the European Parliament have told the European Court of Justice (ECJ) that the European Commission's plans for a single patent court are unacceptable, EurActiv has learned. The move leaves Europe deeply divided on an issue that … [Link]

France accuses Romania of dumping its Roma

Posted 3 days ago
Romania should not interpret freedom of movement in the EU as a right to get rid of its Roma at the expense of other countries, Pierre Lellouche, the French state secretary for European affairs, told the press yesterday (31 August) … [Link]

Chinese tomato imports make Italian producers fear for EU food quality

Posted 3 days ago
Growing imports of Chinese tomatoes in Italy are making it impossible for local producers to maintain quality and could lead to the disappearance of the Italian tomato, said industry representatives, who are considering switching to more lucrative crops. [Link]

France to crack down on commodity derivatives

Posted 3 days ago
France warned European commissioners yesterday (31 August) that it will crack down on financial bets made in commodities markets to prevent speculative price movements. [Link]

EU eyes single ticket for multi-transport journey

Posted 3 days ago
Travellers could plan their trips in a one-stop shop, buying just one ticket for a journey with multiple means of transport instead of going through different long and complex ticketing procedures, if plans from the European Commission go ahead. [Link]

Make EU cross-border programmes more specific, says report

Posted 3 days ago
A recent European Commission report pinpoints a number of weaknesses in one of the European regional funding programmes and calls for priorities to be more specific in future. EurActiv France reports. [Link]

Chinese tomato imports make Italian producers fear for EU food quality – EurActiv

Posted 3 days ago
Chinese tomato imports make Italian producers fear for EU food qualityEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was established in 1958 to subsidise farmers, encouraging them to produce more to ensure stable supplies of …and more » [Link]

Chinese tomato imports make Italian producers fear for EU food quality – EurActiv

Posted 3 days ago
Chinese tomato imports make Italian producers fear for EU food qualityEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was established in 1958 to subsidise farmers, encouraging them to produce more to ensure stable supplies of …and more » [Link]

Latvia's President discusses necessity to reform EU's agricultural policies … – The Baltic Course

Posted 3 days ago
The Baltic CourseLatvia's President discusses necessity to reform EU's agricultural policies …The Baltic Course… two sides discussed the necessity to reform the European Union's (EU) common agricultural policy, LETA was informed by the president's press service. …and more » [Link]

Latvia's President discusses necessity to reform EU's agricultural policies … – The Baltic Course

Posted 3 days ago
The Baltic CourseLatvia's President discusses necessity to reform EU's agricultural policies …The Baltic Course… two sides discussed the necessity to reform the European Union's (EU) common agricultural policy, LETA was informed by the president's press service. …and more » [Link]

EU tells Serbia to give up Kosovo 'last battle'

Posted 3 days ago
Serbia has tabled an initiative to push through a resolution in the UN General Assembly declaring unilateral secession by Kosovo as "unacceptable". But major EU countries warned Belgrade that it should seek solutions to its problems in Brussels, not New … [Link]

German Constitutional Court clears path to EU law

Posted 3 days ago
Germany's Federal Constitutional Court has avoided a stand-off with the European Court of Justice (ECJ) over how to balance competencies between the EU and its member states. The move is seen in Brussels as a relief, as in the past … [Link]

Roma controversy rocks French cabinet

Posted 3 days ago
French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner, formerly a high-profile humanitarian activist, said he had considered resigning over the controversy sparked by the expulsions of Roma from France to their home countries, Bulgaria and Romania. Even Prime Minister François Fillon admitted he … [Link]

Swedish region paves way for EU fund seekers

Posted 3 days ago
As a way to encourage local and regional bodies to seek EU funding, the West Sweden region has developed an 'advice service' which helps them access funds that match their own long-term development goals. Its designers view the model as … [Link]

Financial taxes top EU economy ministers' agenda

Posted 3 days ago
Discussions on the possible introduction of a bank levy and an EU tax on financial transactions are expected to dominate the first meeting of EU economy ministers since the summer break, according to the meeting's draft agenda. [Link]

Poland smells German foul play over gas terminal

Posted 3 days ago
Berlin is opposed to Poland receiving an EU grant to construct an LNG gas terminal on its Baltic coast due to environmental concerns. But the Polish press argues that the real cause of Germany's unease is that the new terminal … [Link]

Bulgaria sets higher employment target than EU average

Posted 3 days ago
The Bulgarian government is aiming slightly higher than the EU's employment target set out in the 'Europe 2020' strategy, despite the country's high jobless rate and considerable pessimism among its citizens. Dnevnik, EurActiv's partner in Bulgaria, reports. [Link]

Food Safety; Animal Agriculture; Crop Insurance; Climate Issues; Ag Economy; and Biofuels

Posted 4 days ago
Food Safety Philip Brasher reported yesterday at the Green Fields Blog (Des Moines Register) that, “The Food and Drug Administration says it found numerous sanitation and biosecurity lapses, including live mice, in the Iowa hen houses that have been linked … [Link]

News Roundup – Monday, 30 August – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 4 days ago
News Roundup – Monday, 30 AugustSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)LJUBLJANA/WARSAW, Poland – Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Dejan Zidan discussed the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with his …and more » [Link]

News Roundup – Monday, 30 August – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 4 days ago
News Roundup – Monday, 30 AugustSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)LJUBLJANA/WARSAW, Poland – Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Dejan Zidan discussed the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with his …and more » [Link]

Villages of the future – The Day Weekly Digest

Posted 4 days ago
The Day Weekly DigestVillages of the futureThe Day Weekly DigestFrom that time on rural development policy and the common agricultural policy were integrated. Sustainability development is the basis of the concept, … [Link]

News Roundup – Monday, 30 August, until 6 PM – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 4 days ago
News Roundup – Monday, 30 August, until 6 PMSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)LJUBLJANA/WARSAW, Poland – Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Dejan Zidan discussed the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with his …and more » [Link]

News Roundup – Monday, 30 August, until 6 PM – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 4 days ago
News Roundup – Monday, 30 August, until 6 PMSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)LJUBLJANA/WARSAW, Poland – Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Dejan Zidan discussed the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with his …and more » [Link]

Minister Discusses Agricultural Policy with Polish Counterpart – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 4 days ago
Minister Discusses Agricultural Policy with Polish CounterpartSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)… paying a working visit to Poland on Monday, discussed the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with his Polish counterpart Marek Sawicki. … [Link]

Minister Discusses Agricultural Policy with Polish Counterpart – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 4 days ago
Minister Discusses Agricultural Policy with Polish CounterpartSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)… paying a working visit to Poland on Monday, discussed the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with his Polish counterpart Marek Sawicki. … [Link]

Merkel: Nuclear plants could run up to 2035

Posted 4 days ago
German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke out in favour of extending the use of nuclear power plants in Germany in a television interview on 29 August, saying it would be reasonable if they could run another 10 to 15 years. [Link]

Farm Bill; Food Safety; GIPSA Issue; Ag Economy; and Climate Issues

Posted 5 days ago
Farm Bill On Friday, USDA issued a statement indicating that, “U.S. Department of Agriculture Press Secretary Justin DeJong today released the following statement in response to the recent Bloomberg/Business Week story titled ‘Broadband Trumps Farmer Payments in Rural Aid’: “‘The … [Link]

Belgian coalition talks collapse, king asks for renewed effort

Posted 5 days ago
The Belgian politician leading talks to form a new government tendered his resignation yesterday (29 August), but the king insisted that he stay on to avert a political crisis just two months after parliamentary elections. [Link]

Commission plans communication 'revolution'

Posted 5 days ago
The European Commission's communication strategy is undergoing structural change in a re-branding centred on President José Manuel Barroso, increased centralisation of public communications, a new organisational chart and a key reshuffle of top officials, a person close to the matter … [Link]

Anti-fraud commissioner tackles China on cigarette smuggling

Posted 5 days ago
Cigarette smuggling and fake designer goods will top the agenda when Europe's Anti-Fraud Commissioner Algirdas Šemeta meets Chinese officials in Shanghai this week. The commissioner told EurActiv the EU has an "enormous problem" with illegal goods entering the European market … [Link]

Kosovo, Serbia advised to seek compromise

Posted 5 days ago
Serbia and Kosovo have no option but to hold frank talks without outside involvement and reach a compromise agreement if they are to progress on their paths to European integration, concludes a report by the International Crisis Group (ICG), an … [Link]

Haiti, Pakistan disasters 'of similar magnitude'

Posted 5 days ago
The humanitarian disaster in Haiti and Pakistan is similar in magnitude, International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva told the Brussels press on 27 August, just after her return from devastated Pakistan. [Link]

Ireland – Agricultural science conference – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 6 days ago
Ireland – Agricultural science conferenceMeattradenewsdaily (blog)Mr Lyon is the Liberal Democrat MEP for Scotland and author of an influential report on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Drug regulator probes flu vaccine side effects

Posted 7 days ago
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has launched a review of a swine flu vaccine amid fears it may be linked to narcolepsy in children. [Link]

Roma controversy kick-starts French election campaign

Posted 7 days ago
Although the next French presidential elections are not until 2012 and French President Nicolas Sarkozy is yet to announce his intention to run for re-election, analysts argue that the forced repatriation of Roma to Bulgaria and Romania has in fact … [Link]

Farm Bill; Food Safety; and the Ag Economy

Posted 7 days ago
Farm Bill Bloomberg writer Alan Bjerga reported yesterday that, “Former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack knows that Farm Belt protocol requires paying respect to the Butter Cow. During a visit to the Iowa State Fair on Aug. 17, he made the … [Link]

Poland 'loses' Georgia in EU diplomatic race

Posted 8 days ago
Poland appears to have changed its policy of unconditional support for Georgia against Russian intimidation, a recent interview given by the country's president suggests. Warsaw has also reportedly abandoned hope of securing the position of EU Ambassador to Tbilisi, the … [Link]

Europeans losing faith in EU

Posted 8 days ago
Just 42% of Europeans say they trust the European Union, according to a new opinion poll, down six percentage points in just six months. [Link]

EU regulators want tougher stress tests

Posted 8 days ago
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Slovakia, Germany disagree on euro governance

Posted 8 days ago
A row over how the EU calculates and manages its debt is brewing as Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel and her Slovak counterpart, Iveta Radičová, argue over the EU's upcoming overhaul of the bloc's new budget rules. EurActiv Germany and EurActiv … [Link]

Rival coalitions in dead heat as Swedish election approaches

Posted 8 days ago
With general elections in Sweden less than a month away, the governing centre-right coalition and opposition centre-left bloc are locked in a dead heat, according to pollsters, who argued that "anything can happen between now and 19 September". [Link]

EU recruiters looking for potential over knowledge, says expert

Posted 8 days ago
Candidates for positions in the EU institutions are primarily being tested for ability and potential, rather than specialised knowledge, under the new system launched by the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO), Carmen Peter, a Brussels-based executive coach and trainer, told … [Link]

Women in catholic EU countries go abroad for abortion, activists say

Posted 8 days ago
More Polish women are travelling abroad to have abortions to bypass strict laws outlawing the practice in their overwhelmingly catholic country, a pro-choice group said, noting that the same is true for Irish women. [Link]

France – Leading CAP expenditure – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 8 days ago
France – Leading CAP expenditureMeattradenewsdaily (blog)France registered the largest Common Agricultural Policy (CAP – a system of European Union agricultural subsidies and programmes) expenditure in 2009, … [Link]

News Roundup – Thursday, 26 August – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 8 days ago
News Roundup – Thursday, 26 AugustSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)GORNJA RADGONA – Slovenians believe that the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is necessary and that the country's main agenda should be to …and more » [Link]

News Roundup – Thursday, 26 August – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 8 days ago
News Roundup – Thursday, 26 AugustSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)GORNJA RADGONA – Slovenians believe that the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is necessary and that the country's main agenda should be to …and more » [Link]

News Roundup – Thursday, 26 August, until 6 PM – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 8 days ago
News Roundup – Thursday, 26 August, until 6 PMSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)GORNJA RADGONA – Slovenians believe that the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is necessary and that the country's main agenda should be to …and … [Link]

News Roundup – Thursday, 26 August, until 6 PM – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 8 days ago
News Roundup – Thursday, 26 August, until 6 PMSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)GORNJA RADGONA – Slovenians believe that the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is necessary and that the country's main agenda should be to …and … [Link]

EU to restrict credits from industrial gas projects in ETS

Posted 8 days ago
The EU's climate chief yesterday (25 August) said the European Commission was preparing measures to limit the use of carbon credits from industrial gas projects in its cap-and-trade system after 2012. [Link]

Slovenia Wants to Catch up with EU in Agriculture – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 8 days ago
Slovenia Wants to Catch up with EU in AgricultureSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)A debate on the drafting of the reform of the EU common agricultural policy (CAP) at the International Food and Agriculture Fair (AGRA). … [Link]

Slovenia Wants to Catch up with EU in Agriculture – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 8 days ago
Slovenia Wants to Catch up with EU in AgricultureSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)A debate on the drafting of the reform of the EU common agricultural policy (CAP) at the International Food and Agriculture Fair (AGRA). … [Link]

Ashton to obtain speaking rights at UN

Posted 8 days ago
European Council and Commission representatives yesterday (24 August) confirmed reports that the United Nations is to grant the EU the right to speak at the body's General Assembly ahead of its 64th session, which starts on 15 September in New … [Link]

Sarkozy readies for France's G20 presidency

Posted 8 days ago
France wants to push the Group of 20 rich and developing economies (G20) to examine ways to curb excessive exchange rate and commodity price volatility and pursue the idea of a financial transactions tax when it takes over the presidency … [Link]

Grassroots socialists push for EU election primaries

Posted 8 days ago
Grassroots socialists across Europe are pushing for primaries to be held ahead of European elections, by means of blogging and web campaigns, with the ultimate goal of identifying a leftist leader capable of becoming the next European Commission president, EurActiv … [Link]

Reding criticises France, Italy over Roma treatment

Posted 8 days ago
EU Commissioner Viviane Reding, responsible for justice, fundamental rights and citizenship, yesterday (25 August) criticised the French authorities for seeking solutions to immigration problems and tackling the Roma issue outside of an EU context. She also indirectly condemned Italy for … [Link]

Wanted: EU chief scientist

Posted 8 days ago
The EU executive has yet to appoint a chief scientific advisor, almost one year after European Commission President José Manuel Barroso announced plans to recruit a top scientist to offer advice on controversial issues including climate change and genetically-modified food. [Link]

EU researchers make tuna stock breakthrough

Posted 8 days ago
After fears of a "mackerel war" were rekindled on Tuesday (24 August), a timely discovery by EU researchers could ease future fisheries spats as a natural method for extracting mass quantities of bluefin tuna eggs has been found, the European … [Link]

Energy prices, speculation to blame for recent food price hike, says World Bank

Posted 8 days ago
A EU-World Bank analysis of the causes of the 2007-2008 food price crisis blames energy prices and financial speculators for the hikes, downplaying the role of biofuels and increased demand in developing countries. [Link]

Gazprom pressures Lithuania over gas unbundling

Posted 8 days ago
Russian energy giant Gazprom wants Lithuania to hold talks on plans to unbundle the gas sector, as doing so would hurt its investment in the country, the company said in a letter seen by Reuters on Wednesday (25 August), which … [Link]

Food Safety; GIPSA Issue; Disaster Aid; Ag Economy; and Sec. Vilsack

Posted 9 days ago
Food Safety Andrew Martin reported in yesterday’s New York Times that, “Federal investigators have descended on Iowa to try to figure out the cause of a salmonella outbreak that may have sickened thousands of people and led to the recall … [Link]

Celebrity helps boost venison sales – Scotsman

Posted 9 days ago
Celebrity helps boost venison salesScotsman… with a reform in the Common Agricultural Policy now under way, there seems little political enthusiasm for bringing them under the support umbrella. …and more » [Link]

Dual citizenship not all glossy – The Herald

Posted 9 days ago
Dual citizenship not all glossyThe HeraldBut, due to the common agricultural policy of the EU, farmers get grants from the EU Commission instead of loans. What should be advocated, …and more » [Link]

UK farming industry boosted by calls to increase production – Guttridge (blog)

Posted 9 days ago
Guttridge (blog)UK farming industry boosted by calls to increase productionGuttridge (blog)The EU is currently debating the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013, which details important pricing structures for crops and land. … [Link]

France, Germany at odds with Brussels over budget

Posted 9 days ago
Germany and France have joined forces in opposition to EU budget hikes and the suggestion of EU-wide taxes to plug funding gaps. However, the EU executive has dismissed media reports of a European tax, saying "there is no such paper … [Link]

France, Germany at odds with Brussels on budget

Posted 9 days ago
Germany and France have joined forces in opposition to EU budget hikes and the suggestion of EU-wide taxes to plug funding gaps. However, the EU executive has dismissed media reports of a European tax, saying "there is no such paper … [Link]

Consumers in dark as light bulb phase-out continues

Posted 9 days ago
As the EU's phase-out of energy-guzzling light bulbs prepares to move into a second phase in September, consumer organisations are calling for an education campaign and a better disposal system. [Link]

Food Safety; Climate Issues; Disaster Aid; Biofuels; Ag Economy; and USDA Issue

Posted 10 days ago
Food Safety Bloomberg writer Molly Peterson reported yesterday that, “A nationwide recall of more than a half billion eggs linked to a salmonella outbreak prompted investigations by U.S. lawmakers as health officials said at least 40 new illnesses have occurred … [Link]

Parliament to open with debate on Roma

Posted 10 days ago
The European Parliament's silence during the summer recess has been broken by liberal group ALDE, which called for a parliamentary debate on the Roma situation in Europe in early September, following France's move to expel members of that minority to … [Link]

EU to study sport's impact on the economy

Posted 10 days ago
The European Commission plans to assess the macro-economic impact of sport to help design policies that contribute more effectively to the overarching goals of the 'Europe 2020' strategy for growth and jobs. [Link]

Iceland-EU talks threatened by 'mackerel war'

Posted 10 days ago
A move by Iceland to unilaterally extend its catch limit of Atlantic mackerel to levels far higher than per usual in response to an increased presence of mackerel in its waters has been condemned by the EU's fisheries chief. [Link]

UK, Germany to settle bank levy plan in Brussels

Posted 10 days ago
Upcoming talks between EU ministers will seek to calm fears that banks will face double taxation as countries begin to adopt anti-crisis plans. [Link]

Poland's power plans worry environmentalists

Posted 10 days ago
Poland's plans to give away tens of millions of carbon emissions permits to new power stations are drawing criticism from environmentalists, but the EU's climate chief says she is not worried. [Link]

Leaked court opinion deals hammer blow to EU patent

Posted 10 days ago
The EU's top court is set to throw a spanner in the works of plans for a single EU patent. In a leaked opinion paper, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) says the proposed unified patent court is incompatible with … [Link]

Wales – FUW says harvest failures should focus minds on food security – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 10 days ago
Wales – FUW says harvest failures should focus minds on food securityMeattradenewsdaily (blog)The EU is currently considering the future of the Common Agricultural Policy after 2013, and some fear that financial pressures within the EU will lead to …and more … [Link]

'Wild capitalism' destroying habitats in Bulgaria

Posted 10 days ago
Environmentalists have called on the EU to take action against widespread destruction of protected natural habitats in Bulgaria caused by the construction of tourist resorts, golf courses and ski slopes, sand and gravel extraction and intensive wood production. Without action, … [Link]

EU institute tables resource-efficiency indicators

Posted 10 days ago
The European Commission's in-house research facility, the Joint Research Centre (JRC), has developed new product lifecycle indicators to assess the progress of the EU-27 towards achieving a greener economy. [Link]

Food Safety; Biotech; EPA; Disaster Aid; Ag Economy; and Corn Use

Posted 11 days ago
Food Safety Erik Eckholm reported in today’s New York Times that, “As it reeled from the recall of half a billion eggs for possible salmonella infection, the American egg industry was already battling a movement to outlaw its methods as … [Link]

Governments seek to help innovative SMEs

Posted 11 days ago
European governments are stepping up their efforts to boost innovation ahead of the publication of the EU's research and innovation strategy, which is due next month. EurActiv's network looks at how small businesses across Europe can be part of the … [Link]

Future of cohesion policy sparks EU row

Posted 11 days ago
The future of the EU's cohesion policy – which is currently being discussed in Brussels – is likely to divide member states, as some are said to be pushing for the re-nationalisation of European pro-employment funding while others are fighting … [Link]

EU urges France not to mix Roma issue with Schengen

Posted 11 days ago
Current tensions over the repatriation of hundreds of Roma from France to Romania should have no repercussions for Bucharest and Sofia's ambitions to join Schengen, the border-free European area, a European Commission spokesperson said yesterday (23 August.) [Link]

UN halts carbon credits to Chinese HFC plants

Posted 11 days ago
A UN body said last Friday (20 July) it would review a request from a Chinese plant destroying HFC-23 to generate carbon credits after having blocked four similar requests in a bid to ensure that the plants do not deliberately … [Link]

Nabucco pipeline confirms feeder lines to Iraq, Georgia

Posted 11 days ago
The Nabucco pipeline project has taken another step forward by ordering engineering work for two feeder lines from Turkey to Iraq and Georgia. However, a third planned feeder line from Turkey to Iran has been put on the back-burner due … [Link]

EU asked to investigate drugs in football

Posted 11 days ago
A group of MEPs has asked the European Commission to establish a database to collect information on drugs taken by football players during their careers and to assess the causes of football-related disease, such as the deadly Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis … [Link]

FAPRI Baseline Update; Disaster Aid; Trade; Food Safety; Animal Ag; CFTC Issues; and Sugar

Posted 11 days ago
FAPRI Baseline Update A news release Friday from the University of Missouri Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (MU FAPRI) indicated that, “A drought in Russia and reduced global wheat production along with shifts in U.S. crop production affect the … [Link]

Health literacy: Unlocking patients' potential

Posted 12 days ago
Improving the public's ability to understand complex health information empowers patients and cuts down on medication errors. With MEPs currently debating the Information to Patients Directive, health literacy has never been more important. [Link]

SMEs in turmoil as Bank of Scotland flees Ireland

Posted 12 days ago
Small businesses in Ireland fear a decision by a major UK bank to close its Irish operations will plunge them into an acute credit crisis by the end of the year. [Link]

Belgium cabinet talks still stuck in dead end

Posted 12 days ago
A series of consultations of political leaders with Belgian King Albert II to be held today (20 August) are expected to herald a standstill in negotiations to form a new government. Hopes are evaporating that the country, which currently holds … [Link]

Skilled migrants will flock to Europe if spouses can work, says expert

Posted 12 days ago
Europe is missing out on a potentially large number of high-skilled workers by provisionally not allowing the spouses of migrant workers to join their partners and also seek employment in the EU, Kathleen van der Wilk-Carlton, a board member at … [Link]

Aviation experts gather in Iceland to assess volcano risks

Posted 12 days ago
Aviation and aerospace experts will meet in Iceland next month to coordinate the global response to future volcanic eruptions, Icelandic officials said on Wednesday (18 August). [Link]

Greece to get second EU-IMF bailout loan

Posted 12 days ago
Greece will receive a €6.5bn euro loan from eurozone countries to lift its economy out of dire straits because Athens has made "impressive" cuts to public expenditure, the European Commission announced yesterday (19 August). [Link]

Looming food crisis to hit Afghanistan and Africa first

Posted 12 days ago
Sub-Saharan Africa and Afghanistan have the most insecure food supplies in the world, while Nordic countries are least at risk, shows an index published yesterday (19 August). [Link]

Give Commission more regional budget clout, says Tallinn mayor

Posted 12 days ago
The EU's large regional policy budget should be kept at its current level, but only if the European Commission gets a bigger say on how funding is allocated and to which regions, Tallinn Mayor Edgar Savisaar told EurActiv in an … [Link]

Israel-Palestine talks to open on 2 September

Posted 12 days ago
World powers facing a fateful deadline in the Middle East peace process will invite Israelis and Palestinians to open direct talks on 2 September in Washington, a diplomatic source said yesterday (19 August). [Link]

Russia threatens Romania over spy scandal

Posted 12 days ago
Konstantin Kosachev, president of the foreign affairs committee in the Duma, the lower house of the Russian parliament, warned Romania that a spiralling spy scandal could have political and economic repercussions, the press in Bucharest wrote yesterday (19 August). [Link]

Germany wants EU to plug 'innovation gap'

Posted 12 days ago
The EU's new innovation strategy must do more to link research, education and entrepreneurship if it is to tackle Europe's "innovation gap", Dr. Georg Schütte, Germany's junior minister for education and research, told EurActiv in an interview. [Link]

Turkey referendum campaign takes nasty turn

Posted 12 days ago
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has warned Turkey's largest business organisation, TÜSİAD, that it risks "elimination" if it fails to take a stance on the country's referendum on constitutional change, to be held on 12 September. EurActiv Turkey contributed … [Link]

Policing the Internet?

Posted 12 days ago
Policymakers worldwide are at loggerheads over how to crack down on cyber-criminals, unlawful content and illegal downloading. But laws have been slow to arrive as legislators try to reconcile fundamental rights and Internet security. [Link]

EU-US food fight hampers ACTA talks

Posted 12 days ago
A long-running battle over the right to use European place names, like Parma or Roquefort, for some of the world's most popular foods and beverages looks to be the toughest remaining issue in international trade talks aimed at reducing copyright … [Link]

Georgieva wants EU flag to shine in disaster areas

Posted 12 days ago
Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva said yesterday (18 August) that she would strive to make sure that the EU, which is usually the biggest donor in disaster areas, sees its flag fly. She claimed this had not … [Link]

Italy to ask EU for permission to expel Roma

Posted 12 days ago
Applauding France for expelling dozens of Roma, Italy said it wanted to expel citizens of other EU states who live solely off state benefits. Its interior minister said he will ask the European Commission to endorse such a plan. [Link]

Anti-counterfeit trade deal planned for September

Posted 12 days ago
Negotiators from the United States, the European Union and nine other countries said on Friday (20 August) they planned to finish work in September on a proposed pact to crack down on trade in counterfeit and pirated goods. [Link]

Russia secures military presence in Armenia until 2044

Posted 12 days ago
Last week, Russia extended its lease on a military base in Armenia, a former Soviet republic, until 2044, strengthening its presence in the South Caucasus energy transit region. [Link]

EU officials slalom through power overlap

Posted 12 days ago
Since the new European Commission took office on 11 February with an unprecedented overlap of portfolios, officials have been slaloming to avoid head-on collisions, a round-up by EurActiv's Brussels team reveals. [Link]

EU education goals: A mixed picture in Eastern Europe

Posted 12 days ago
While some of the EU's Eastern member states are confident about achieving the bloc's 2020 education targets, others – Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania – may struggle to satisfy the European Commission's expectations. EurActiv's media network reports. [Link]

What is the best way to help the world's deserving poor? – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 13 days ago
What is the best way to help the world's deserving poor?Telegraph.co.ukA real offer from the British people to help our development would consist of the abolition of the Common Agricultural Policy, which keeps African …and more » [Link]

Ireland – The family farm – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 13 days ago
Ireland – The family farmMeattradenewsdaily (blog)… the agri-food sector, and thousands of new jobs in value-added processes, were moved offshore," he said. payment and the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Policy Issues; Food Safety; Trade; Biofuels; and the Ag Economy

Posted 14 days ago
Policy Issues: Farm Bill An update posted last week at the Minnesota Corn Growers Association Online contained several interesting audio clips regarding the 2012 Farm Bill from lawmakers and administration officials that took part in the Minnesota Ag Leadership Conference. … [Link]

'Strong' public response to CAP reform plans – TheParliament.com

Posted 15 days ago
'Strong' public response to CAP reform plansTheParliament.comThe Brussels conference was part of the ongoing debate about the future of the common agricultural policy after 2013. One of the keynote speakers was EU … [Link]

Farming Today – NFU Scotland back crackdown on slipper farmers – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 15 days ago
Farming Today – NFU Scotland back crackdown on slipper farmersDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)We were pressing for a change to the rules and we'll still be pressing for further changes under the 2013 CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) reform process. … [Link]

Reportlinker Adds World Agricultural Equipment – Virtual Press Office (press release)

Posted 15 days ago
Reportlinker Adds World Agricultural EquipmentVirtual Press Office (press release)… Union's next budget (the current one runs from 2007 to 2013) will almost certainly result in less funding for the common agricultural policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Reportlinker Adds World Agricultural Equipment – DigitalJournal.com (press release)

Posted 15 days ago
Reportlinker Adds World Agricultural EquipmentDigitalJournal.com (press release)… Union's next budget (the current one runs from 2007 to 2013) will almost certainly result in less funding for the common agricultural policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Reportlinker Adds World Agricultural Equipment – PR Newswire (press release)

Posted 15 days ago
Reportlinker Adds World Agricultural EquipmentPR Newswire (press release)… Union's next budget (the current one runs from 2007 to 2013) will almost certainly result in less funding for the common agricultural policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Policy Issues; Biofuels; Animal Agriculture; Climate Issues; and the Ag Economy

Posted 15 days ago
Policy Issues: Farm Bill Elton Robinson reported yesterday at the Delta Farm Press Online that, “The ‘Killer Bs’ could inflict some major whelps on the cotton program during the 2012 farm bill debate, according to National Cotton Council president and … [Link]

Green promises – BBC News

Posted 16 days ago
Green promisesBBC News… vocal on all of these issues during its initial 100 days. seeking "genuine reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)… for farmers, taxpayers, … [Link]

A year of living innovatively – Baltic Times

Posted 16 days ago
Baltic TimesA year of living innovativelyBaltic Times… to the implementation of measures which have been provided by the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for the organization of the dairy market. … [Link]

A year of living innovatively – Baltic Times

Posted 16 days ago
Baltic TimesA year of living innovativelyBaltic Times… to the implementation of measures which have been provided by the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for the organization of the dairy market. … [Link]

Dombrovskis and the Ambassador discussed Latvian economy and priorities during … – The Baltic Course

Posted 16 days ago
The Baltic CourseDombrovskis and the Ambassador discussed Latvian economy and priorities during …The Baltic CoursePrime Minister Dombrovskis emphasised that Latvia sees the next EU Financial Perspective and common agricultural policy as issues of particular importance. …and more » [Link]

Worldwide Agricultural Equipment Market forecast – PR-inside.com (press release)

Posted 16 days ago
PR-inside.com (press release)Worldwide Agricultural Equipment Market forecastPR-inside.com (press release)… Union's next budget (the current one runs from 2007 to 2013) will almost certainly result in less funding for the common agricultural policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Policy Issues; Biofuels; Trade; Climate Issues; and the Ag Economy

Posted 16 days ago
Policy Issues: Farm Bill DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “As groups look to make their cases about the farm-safety net, the Iowa Farm Bureau is working on a revenue protection plan that would … [Link]

Macra calls for end to historic CAP payments – Irish Independent

Posted 17 days ago
Irish IndependentMacra calls for end to historic CAP paymentsIrish Independent… of Macra na Feirme's agricultural affairs committee recently, Kieran McEvoy has clear views on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). … [Link]

Worldwide Agricultural Equipment Market forecast Available through Bharatbook – PRLog.Org (press release)

Posted 17 days ago
Worldwide Agricultural Equipment Market forecast Available through BharatbookPRLog.Org (press release)… Union's next budget (the current one runs from 2007 to 2013) will almost certainly result in less funding for the common agricultural policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

A hundred days of the 'greenest-ever' government – BBC News

Posted 17 days ago
A hundred days of the 'greenest-ever' governmentBBC News… vocal on all of these issues during its initial 100 days. seeking "genuine reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)… for farmers, taxpayers, …and more » [Link]

West Africa: Association Says EPA Negotiations Promote Economic Integration in … – AllAfrica.com

Posted 17 days ago
West Africa: Association Says EPA Negotiations Promote Economic Integration in …AllAfrica.comThe drive for the actualisation of the implementation of ECOWAS free movement protocol, the common agricultural policy, common monetary policy drive, … [Link]

Association says EPA negotiations promote economic integration in West Africa – Vanguard

Posted 17 days ago
Association says EPA negotiations promote economic integration in West AfricaVanguardThe drive for the actualisation of the implementation of ECOWAS free movement protocol, the common agricultural policy, common monetary policy drive, … [Link]

FG Warn Against Threat Of International Land Buyers – Build.ie

Posted 17 days ago
FG Warn Against Threat Of International Land BuyersBuild.ie“The best way to protect the family farm from predatory interests is by securing the single farm payment and the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Coalition's first 100 days: Foreign policy – Politics.co.uk

Posted 17 days ago
Politics.co.ukCoalition's first 100 days: Foreign policyPolitics.co.ukWhyte fears reforms of the increasingly watered-down common agricultural policy are undermining Britain's arguments. But Whitman is more confident. …and more » [Link]

Climate change and the EU's regions – EurActiv

Posted 17 days ago
Climate change and the EU's regionsEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) should be reformed in a way that unlocks the potential of rural areas to contribute to the bloc's economic growth … [Link]

Climate change and the EU's regions – EurActiv

Posted 17 days ago
Climate change and the EU's regionsEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) should be reformed in a way that unlocks the potential of rural areas to contribute to the bloc's economic growth … [Link]

Trade; Biotech Issues; Animal Agriculture; EPA; Ag Economy; and Elections

Posted 17 days ago
Trade: Mexico Adds Tariffs Josh Mitchell and Paul Kiernan reported in today’s Wall Street Journal that, “Mexico plans to impose tariffs on an expanded array of American products, from pork to pistachios, escalating a trade dispute over a U.S. ban … [Link]

Russian ban shows need for domestic grain – Farming UK

Posted 18 days ago
Russian ban shows need for domestic grainFarming UK"These recent events should be taken into consideration by the European Commission as it prepares for reform of the Common Agricultural Policy post 2013. …and more » [Link]

EU states want to cut draft EU budget for 2011 – ENDS Europe (subscription)

Posted 18 days ago
EU states want to cut draft EU budget for 2011ENDS Europe (subscription)The bulk of this cut will hit subsidies to farmers through the common agricultural policy but other budget lines for the Life+ programme and the European …and more » [Link]

EPA heralds good outcomes to West Africa, fosters economic integration – African Press Agency (subscription)

Posted 18 days ago
EPA heralds good outcomes to West Africa, fosters economic integrationAfrican Press Agency (subscription)"The drive for actualisation of the implementation of ECOWAS free movement protocol, the Common Agricultural Policy, common monetary policy drive, … [Link]

Policy Issues; Climate Issues; Ag Economy; Biotech; Trade; and GIPSA Rule

Posted 18 days ago
Policy Issues: Farm Bill A July 20 Congressional Research Report (“Measuring Equity in Farm Support Levels”- by Randy Schnepf) stated that, “Federal farm law mandates support for, among others, 21 ‘covered commodities.’ Support for these agricultural commodities, as specified in … [Link]

UK – Tenant farmers – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 19 days ago
UK – Tenant farmersMeattradenewsdaily (blog)The Common Agricultural Policy should retain a focus for ensuring that it is supporting the livelihoods of working farmers whilst providing a framework for …and more » [Link]

Former High Sheriff David Fusdon says a wider view needed on rural issues – Express & Echo

Posted 3 weeks ago
Former High Sheriff David Fusdon says a wider view needed on rural issuesExpress & EchoFor most farming businesses, money from the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in one form or another is still vital. Admittedly the fortunes of the Single … [Link]

Disaster Aid; SNAP; Crop Insurance; Farm Bill; Food Safety; Trade; and Crop Forecasts

Posted 3 weeks ago
Disaster Aid DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “The White House has refused to respond to questions about why the Obama administration may be able to find $1.5 billion to fund ad-hoc ag disaster … [Link]

Cameron's EU budget calls undermined – Politics.co.uk

Posted 3 weeks ago
Politics.co.ukCameron's EU budget calls underminedPolitics.co.ukMr Whyte warned that reforms of the common agricultural policy meant less and less of the EU budget was being spent on agriculture, the basis of Britain's … [Link]

Governments slash four billion euros from EU budget – MSN Malaysia News

Posted 3 weeks ago
Governments slash four billion euros from EU budgetMSN Malaysia NewsThe Common Agricultural Policy, historically the biggest single EU oulay and one that has traditionally favoured major food producers led by France, …and more » [Link]

Governments slash four billion euros from EU budget – MSN Philippines News

Posted 3 weeks ago
Governments slash four billion euros from EU budgetMSN Philippines NewsThe Common Agricultural Policy, historically the biggest single EU oulay and one that has traditionally favoured major food producers led by France, …and more » [Link]

Governments slash four billion euros from EU budget – AFP

Posted 3 weeks ago
AFPGovernments slash four billion euros from EU budgetAFPThe Common Agricultural Policy, historically the biggest single EU outlay and one that has traditionally favoured major food producers led by France, …and more » [Link]

Policy Issues; EPA; Climate Issues; Food Safety; and the Agricultural Economy

Posted 3 weeks ago
Policy Issues: Animal Agriculture Erik Eckholm reported in today’s New York Times that, “Concessions by farmers in this state [Ohio] to sharply restrict the close confinement of hens, hogs and veal calves are the latest sign that so-called factory farming … [Link]

European drought leads to wheat prices rocketing – Salisbury Journal

Posted 3 weeks ago
European drought leads to wheat prices rocketingSalisbury Journal“Of course the bigger picture to this is the European Commission, which is currently preparing its thinking on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy …and more » [Link]

Pursuing Closer Links with Guyana – Trinidad and Tobago News

Posted 3 weeks ago
Pursuing Closer Links with GuyanaTrinidad and Tobago NewsAlthough by no means perfect, the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) which was outlined in the Treaty, sought to among other things, provide consumers with … [Link]

Sheep farmers warned dont count your chickens – Scotsman

Posted 3 weeks ago
Sheep farmers warned dont count your chickensScotsmanLooking at the forthcoming reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, he said sheep farmers with their high dependency on support should back "the public …and more » [Link]

Sheep farmers warned: don't count your chickens – Scotsman

Posted 3 weeks ago
Sheep farmers warned: don't count your chickensScotsmanLooking at the forthcoming reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, he said sheep farmers with their high dependency on support should back "the public …and more » [Link]

Turkey should lead in global agriculture reform – Turkish Daily News

Posted 3 weeks ago
Turkey should lead in global agriculture reformTurkish Daily NewsWe also think Turkey's policy-makers should turn outward, toward the European Union as it reconsiders its own Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

CAP reform should focus on working farmers, says TFA – FarmersWeekly

Posted 3 weeks ago
CAP reform should focus on working farmers, says TFAFarmersWeeklyThe Common Agricultural Policy should retain its focus on ensuring that it is supporting the livelihoods of working farmers while providing a framework for … [Link]

Policy Issues; Climate Developments; Agricultural Economy; Trade; EPA; Biofuels; and Health Care

Posted 3 weeks ago
Policy Issues: Payment Limits Tom Steever reported yesterday at Brownfield that, “Senator Charles Grassley expects no immediate action on the federal farm payment limit proposal he introduced with Wisconsin Democratic Senator Russ Feingold. The Iowa Republican says the measure was … [Link]

More than £1m EU funds up for grabs – Herald Series

Posted 3 weeks ago
More than £1m EU funds up for grabsHerald SeriesBecause the fund uses money from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and is targeted at the rural economy, projects in larger towns, including Didcot, …and more » [Link]

Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU funds – The Oxford Times

Posted 3 weeks ago
Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU fundsThe Oxford TimesBecause the fund uses money from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and is targeted at the rural economy, projects in larger towns, including Didcot, …and more » [Link]

Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU funds – Herald Series

Posted 3 weeks ago
Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU fundsHerald SeriesBecause the fund uses money from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and is targeted at the rural economy, projects in larger towns, including Didcot, …and more » [Link]

More than £1m EU funds up for grabs – Herald Series

Posted 3 weeks ago
More than £1m EU funds up for grabsHerald SeriesBecause the fund uses money from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and is targeted at the rural economy, projects in larger towns, including Didcot, …and more » [Link]

Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU funds – The Oxford Times

Posted 3 weeks ago
Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU fundsThe Oxford TimesBecause the fund uses money from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and is targeted at the rural economy, projects in larger towns, including Didcot, …and more » [Link]

Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU funds – Herald Series

Posted 3 weeks ago
Wallingford groups and businesses can use more than £1m EU fundsHerald SeriesBecause the fund uses money from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and is targeted at the rural economy, projects in larger towns, including Didcot, …and more » [Link]

TFA Launches 2020 Vision for Agriculture – Stackyard

Posted 3 weeks ago
StackyardTFA Launches 2020 Vision for AgricultureStackyardThe Common Agricultural Policy should retain a focus for ensuring that it is supporting the livelihoods of working farmers whilst providing a framework for … [Link]

ANALYSIS-EU reform may drive Spanish farmers out of business – Forex Pros

Posted 3 weeks ago
ANALYSIS-EU reform may drive Spanish farmers out of businessForex ProsFarmers are concerned that the EU is planning to remove direct subsidies when it overhauls the 50 billion euro a year Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in …and more » [Link]

ANALYSIS-EU reform may drive Spanish farmers out of business – Forexyard

Posted 3 weeks ago
ANALYSIS-EU reform may drive Spanish farmers out of businessForexyardFarmers are concerned that the EU is planning to remove direct subsidies when it overhauls the 50 billion euro a year Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in …and more » [Link]

Nations will turn Eurosceptic when pressed for hard cash – Daily Mail

Posted 3 weeks ago
Daily MailNations will turn Eurosceptic when pressed for hard cashDaily MailThe failures of the European Union's programmes are well-documented – the one size fits all single currency, the insane Common Agricultural Policy, … [Link]

Policy Issues; Climate Issues; Ag Economy; and Biotech Issues

Posted 3 weeks ago
Policy Issues: Disaster Payments An update posted yesterday at the Oklahoma Farm Report Online reported that, “The White House has promised Arkansas Senator Blanche Lincoln that they can move money around and come up with $1.5 billion in disaster aid … [Link]

ČR draws CZK 22.7bn more from EU funds than pays back in H1 – Prague Daily Monitor

Posted 4 weeks ago
ČR draws CZK 22.7bn more from EU funds than pays back in H1Prague Daily MonitorIt received Kc19.2bn from the Cohesion Fund and was also a recipient of means from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (Kc21.7bn), said the ministry. … [Link]

ČR draws CZK 22.7bn more from EU funds than pays back in H1 – Prague Daily Monitor

Posted 4 weeks ago
ČR draws CZK 22.7bn more from EU funds than pays back in H1Prague Daily MonitorIt received Kc19.2bn from the Cohesion Fund and was also a recipient of means from the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (Kc21.7bn), said the ministry. … [Link]

EU to review farm spending next month – The News International

Posted 4 weeks ago
EU to review farm spending next monthThe News International… will be difficult” to gain acceptance, he acknowledged, citing “conflicting interests” notably where the bloc's Common Agricultural Policy is concerned. …and more » [Link]

Lochhead calls end to 'slipper brigade' cash – Scotsman

Posted 4 weeks ago
Lochhead calls end to 'slipper brigade' cashScotsmanThe government also confirmed it would take up other recommendations put forward by Pack prior to the major reform of the common agricultural policy …and more » [Link]

Lochhead calls end to slipper brigade cash – Scotsman

Posted 4 weeks ago
Lochhead calls end to slipper brigade cashScotsmanThe government also confirmed it would take up other recommendations put forward by Pack prior to the major reform of the common agricultural policy …and more » [Link]

SNAP; Disaster Aid; Farm Bill; EPA; Climate Issues; Trade; Price Reporting; and Ag Economy

Posted 4 weeks ago
SNAP David Rogers reported on Friday at Politico that, “SNAP, the federal food stamp program, is getting snapped up by Democrats these days, hungry for savings to placate deficit hawks and clear the way for legislation. “In a matter of … [Link]

Sen. Nutrition Bill Passes; Disaster Aid- Pigford Case; Biofuels; and Ag Economy

Posted 4 weeks ago
Sen. Nutrition Bill Passes Abby Phillip reported yesterday at Politico that, “The Senate voted to approve a $4.5 billion childhood nutrition bill on Thursday, which funds food programs in public schools, delivering on a key component of first lady Michelle … [Link]

NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights … – Beverley Guardian

Posted 4 weeks ago
NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights …Beverley Guardian"Of course the bigger picture to this is the European Commission, which is now preparing its thinking on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy to …and more … [Link]

NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights … – Hutton Cranswick Today

Posted 4 weeks ago
NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights …Hutton Cranswick Today"Of course the bigger picture to this is the European Commission, which is now preparing its thinking on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy to …and … [Link]

NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights … – Nafferton Today

Posted 4 weeks ago
NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights …Nafferton Today"Of course the bigger picture to this is the European Commission, which is now preparing its thinking on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy to …and more … [Link]

NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights … – Driffield Today

Posted 4 weeks ago
NFU tells East Yorkshire farmers – Russia's grain trade ban highlights …Driffield Today"Of course the bigger picture to this is the European Commission, which is now preparing its thinking on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy to …and more … [Link]

Europe's Surviving Farmers Show True Entrepreneurial Spirit – Acton Institute (blog)

Posted 4 weeks ago
Acton Institute (blog)Europe's Surviving Farmers Show True Entrepreneurial SpiritActon Institute (blog)… a few year's when the industry's most heavily relied upon system of public subsidy – the Common Agricultural Policy – is set to undergo reform in 2013. … [Link]

Farm Policy Issues; Climate Issues; and Ag Economy

Posted 4 weeks ago
Policy Issues: Disaster Aid The Washington Insider section of DTN reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “[Senate Ag Committee Chairman Blanche Lincoln’s, D-Ark.] push for relief for the 2009 disaster has been a tough sell. For example, in an earlier … [Link]

House of Lords agri innovation inquiry launched – Freshinfo

Posted 4 weeks ago
FreshinfoHouse of Lords agri innovation inquiry launchedFreshinfoIt will also look at how the Common Agricultural Policy and EU Research Programme can help to resolve the various issues. The committee's chairman Lord … [Link]

After the ban on bullfighting in Catalonia, a spokesman for the EU Agriculture … – Care2.com

Posted 4 weeks ago
After the ban on bullfighting in Catalonia, a spokesman for the EU Agriculture …Care2.comAlso added that "there are no specific allowances for the creation of fighting bulls since 2003 in the CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) has been … [Link]

National body to monitor flood of imports – The Bostwana Gazette

Posted 4 weeks ago
National body to monitor flood of importsThe Bostwana Gazette… priced agricultural goods by the EU to SACU countries amounts to "dumping" because of the generous subsidies under the EU's Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

National body to monitor flood of imports – The Bostwana Gazette

Posted 4 weeks ago
National body to monitor flood of importsThe Bostwana Gazette… priced agricultural goods by the EU to SACU countries amounts to "dumping" because of the generous subsidies under the EU's Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Farm Policy Issues; Ag Economy; Biofuels; Trade; and Climate Issues

Posted 4 weeks ago
Policy Issues: Disaster Aid Chris Clayton and Jerry Hagstrom reported yesterday at DTN (link requires subscription) that, “House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson said Tuesday he doesn’t see how the Obama administration can administratively approve and come up with $1.5 … [Link]

Climate Issues; Biofuels; Farm Bill Issues; Trade; Animal Agriculture; and Ag Economy

Posted 5 weeks ago
Climate Issues An update posted yesterday at CQPolitics reported that, “Despite House passage last week of an offshore drilling overhaul, the kickoff of the Senate’s long-awaited debate on a companion bill is being greeted by universally low expectations. “Senate Majority … [Link]

Ireland – Money for nothing – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 5 weeks ago
Ireland – Money for nothingMeattradenewsdaily (blog)A clear consensus that a well funded Common Agricultural Policy is essential for the period post 2013 emerged at a major two-day conference hosted by EU … [Link]

European Union – Looking at CAP – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 5 weeks ago
European Union – Looking at CAPMeattradenewsdaily (blog)Economic, environmental and social issues will have to be taken into account when the EU begins to reform the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Climate Issues; Biofuels; Nutrition; Disaster Aid; Animal Ag; Trade; and the Ag Economy

Posted 5 weeks ago
Climate Issues The AP reported on Friday that, “The House approved a bill on Friday to raise safety standards for offshore drilling, remove a federal cap on economic liability for oil spills and impose new fees on oil and gas … [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 5 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)… About 600 delegates are to attend a conference on 19 and 20 July, 2010, in Brussels, concerning the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 5 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)… About 600 delegates are to attend a conference on 19 and 20 July, 2010, in Brussels, concerning the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

French Agriculture's Big Cheese – Truth about Trade & Technology

Posted 5 weeks ago
French Agriculture's Big CheeseTruth about Trade & Technology… and Le Maire is in negotiation with the European Commission over how to apply his new strategy within the terms of the EU Common Agricultural Policy, … [Link]

French Agriculture's Big Cheese – Truth about Trade & Technology

Posted 5 weeks ago
French Agriculture's Big CheeseTruth about Trade & Technology… and Le Maire is in negotiation with the European Commission over how to apply his new strategy within the terms of the EU Common Agricultural Policy, … [Link]

Scientific Alliance newsletter 30th July 2010 – Cambridge Network

Posted 5 weeks ago
Scientific Alliance newsletter 30th July 2010Cambridge NetworkThe European Commission recently held a conference on the Common Agricultural Policy post-2013. According to a recent Euractiv report, there were many … [Link]

Disaster Aid; Climate Issues; Biofuels; Farm Bill; Ag Production Issues; and Trade

Posted 5 weeks ago
Disaster Aid DTN Political Correspondent Jerry Hagstrom reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “The White House has promised Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Blanche Lincoln that the Obama administration will provide $1.5 billion in agriculture disaster assistance to Arkansas farmers by … [Link]

EU's Common Agricultural Policy will take into account economy, environment … – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 5 weeks ago
EU's Common Agricultural Policy will take into account economy, environment …Balkans.com Business NewsEconomic, environmental and social issues will have to be taken into account when the EU begins to reform the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

EU's Common Agricultural Policy will take into account economy, environment … – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 5 weeks ago
EU's Common Agricultural Policy will take into account economy, environment …Balkans.com Business NewsEconomic, environmental and social issues will have to be taken into account when the EU begins to reform the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Has Turkey Been Poorly Treated? – Family Security Matters

Posted 5 weeks ago
Family Security MattersHas Turkey Been Poorly Treated?Family Security MattersThe last thing it needs is the 48-hour week, the Common Agricultural Policy, the euro and the rest of the apparatus of Brussels corporatism. …and more » [Link]

UK – End of farm wages board – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 5 weeks ago
UK – End of farm wages boardMeattradenewsdaily (blog)… of the Rural Payments Agency, the body that controls the £2.3 billion of Common Agricultural Policy money paid out annually to farmers in England. …and more » [Link]

DEFRA seeks input for natural environment white paper – ENDS Report (subscription)

Posted 5 weeks ago
DEFRA seeks input for natural environment white paperENDS Report (subscription)The EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is set for major reform in 2013, as is the Common Fisheries Policy. Latest results show continuing declines in … [Link]

DEFRA seeks input for natural environment white paper – ENDS Report (subscription)

Posted 5 weeks ago
DEFRA seeks input for natural environment white paperENDS Report (subscription)The EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is set for major reform in 2013, as is the Common Fisheries Policy. Latest results show continuing declines in … [Link]

CAPsoc, or daring to believe in CAP reform – European Voice

Posted 5 weeks ago
CAPsoc, or daring to believe in CAP reformEuropean VoiceBy Valentin Zahrnt Should policymakers embrace the 'art of the possible' in trying to reform the Common Agricultural Policy? I have been criticised for …and more » [Link]

Poland and Ireland unite on CAP policy – thenews.pl

Posted 5 weeks ago
Poland and Ireland unite on CAP policythenews.plPoland and Ireland's agriculture ministers announced that they were at one on Common Agricultural Policy and the need for strong investment into farming … [Link]

House Ag. Comm. Hearing -Votes; Biofuels; Climate Issues; Soybean Checkoff; and Biotechnology

Posted 5 weeks ago
House Agriculture Subcommittee Hearing- Quality Control Systems in SNAP Yesterday, the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight, Nutrition and Forestry, held a hearing to review quality control systems in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). A House Agriculture … [Link]

Why markets regulate imperfectly – European Voice

Posted 5 weeks ago
Why markets regulate imperfectlyEuropean VoiceHence one of the curious effects of this study is to undermine the myth perpetuated by the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) – that farmers are motivated … [Link]

Making the most of Europe's rich harvest – European Voice

Posted 5 weeks ago
Making the most of Europe's rich harvestEuropean VoiceEconomic, environmental and social issues will have to be taken into account when the EU begins to reform the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Ploughing the policy furrow – European Voice

Posted 5 weeks ago
Ploughing the policy furrowEuropean VoiceYoung farmers are under 40, at least for the purposes of the Common Agricultural Policy, and they may be taking on a family business, like Baecke, … [Link]

Farmers, Other Groups Tussle over EU Farm Policy Future – Bridges Weekly Trade News Digest

Posted 5 weeks ago
Farmers, Other Groups Tussle over EU Farm Policy FutureBridges Weekly Trade News DigestWhile farm groups argued for the continuation of strong support under the bloc's costly and controversial Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

Can Cameron put Turkey on the table? – Presseurop – English (blog)

Posted 5 weeks ago
Presseurop – English (blog)Can Cameron put Turkey on the table?Presseurop – English (blog)The last thing it needs is the 48-hour week, the Common Agricultural Policy, the euro and the rest of the apparatus of Brussels corporatism. …and more » [Link]

Climate Issues; Biofuels; Disaster Aid; Biofuels; Nutrition; Trade; and Farm Costs

Posted 5 weeks ago
Climate Issues Sam Youngman reported yesterday at The Hill’s Energy Blog that, “Climate measures could be added in conference to an energy bill the Senate will take up this week, according to the White House. “White House press secretary Robert … [Link]

The EU will regret its dishonest, humiliating treatment of Turkey – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 5 weeks ago
Telegraph.co.ukThe EU will regret its dishonest, humiliating treatment of TurkeyTelegraph.co.ukThe last thing it needs is the 48-hour week, the Common Agricultural Policy, the euro and the rest of the apparatus of Brussels corporatism. …and more » [Link]

All Politics Is Local, Even In France – The Atlantic (blog)

Posted 5 weeks ago
All Politics Is Local, Even In FranceThe Atlantic (blog)How on earth could the Common Agricultural Policy survive the cost of subsidising tens of millions of Turks, it is asked in Paris. …and more » [Link]

EU police plan is 'in interests of justice' – BBC News

Posted 5 weeks ago
EU police plan is 'in interests of justice'BBC NewsPeers first asked questions to the government on trafficked children, the Common Agricultural Policy, and the Royal Association of Disability and …and more » [Link]

EU police plan is 'in interests of justice' – Minister – BBC News

Posted 5 weeks ago
EU police plan is 'in interests of justice' – MinisterBBC NewsPeers first asked questions to the government on trafficked children, the Common Agricultural Policy, and the Royal Association of Disability and …and more » [Link]

Turkey and the EU – The Economist (blog)

Posted 5 weeks ago
Turkey and the EUThe Economist (blog)How on earth could the Common Agricultural Policy survive the cost of subsidising tens of millions of Turks, it is asked in Paris. …and more » [Link]

Commission promises 'strong, efficient' CAP – European Voice

Posted 5 weeks ago
Commission promises 'strong, efficient' CAPEuropean VoiceThe Commission will present its thinking on reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in Novembe. The European Commission will …and more » [Link]

Farm Bill (Budget Issues, CRP); Disaster Aid; GIPSA Rule; Biofuels; EPA; Climate Issues; Trade; and ERS Reports

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farm Bill (Budget Issues, CRP) The Washington Insider section of DTN reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson, D-Minn., made a bold political move to use what observers suggest was bitter medicine for some of … [Link]

David Cameron is right: the EU is treating Turkey abominably – Telegraph.co.uk (blog)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Telegraph.co.uk (blog)David Cameron is right: the EU is treating Turkey abominablyTelegraph.co.uk (blog)The last thing it needs is the 48-hour week, the Common Agricultural Policy, the euro and the rest of the apparatus of Brussels corporatism. …and more » [Link]

UK: Home-grown feed saves rainforest, wildlife 27 Jul 2010 – All about feed

Posted 6 weeks ago
All about feedUK: Home-grown feed saves rainforest, wildlife 27 Jul 2010All about feed… where MPs were asked to support the switch to home-grown animal diets by: using EU Common Agricultural Policy money to reward greener farming practices; … [Link]

UK: Home-grown feed saves rainforest, wildlife 27 Jul 2010 – All about feed

Posted 6 weeks ago
All about feedUK: Home-grown feed saves rainforest, wildlife 27 Jul 2010All about feed… where MPs were asked to support the switch to home-grown animal diets by: using EU Common Agricultural Policy money to reward greener farming practices; … [Link]

Smith departs for CAP talks – IrishExaminer.com

Posted 6 weeks ago
Smith departs for CAP talksIrishExaminer.comThe Minister for Agriculture Brendan Smith is travelling to Poland and Hungary today for talks on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after …and more » [Link]

Smith departs for CAP talks – Irish Examiner

Posted 6 weeks ago
Smith departs for CAP talksIrish ExaminerThe Minister for Agriculture Brendan Smith is travelling to Poland and Hungary today for talks on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after …and more » [Link]

Smith departs for CAP talks – BreakingNews.ie

Posted 6 weeks ago
Smith departs for CAP talksBreakingNews.ieThe Minister for Agriculture Brendan Smith is travelling to Poland and Hungary today for talks on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after …and more » [Link]

"I want a strong, efficient and balanced common agricultural policy for the … – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 6 weeks ago
"I want a strong, efficient and balanced common agricultural policy for the …Balkans.com Business News"Strengthened by your points of view, your ideas and the analytical ability of my services, I will come forward in November with a Communication from the … [Link]

09.30-11.00 – Economic impact for East Anglia of dualling the A11 – Matthew … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 6 weeks ago
09.30-11.00 – Economic impact for East Anglia of dualling the A11 – Matthew …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… Research Institute (LEI) study of the likely impact on United Kingdom farmers if the Common Agricultural Policy direct payments were removed by 2013. … [Link]

RPA changes need to cut out waste – Express & Echo

Posted 6 weeks ago
RPA changes need to cut out wasteExpress & EchoThe EU Common Agricultural Policy reforms are due in 2013 and we need to ensure that we have a process and system able to meet the challenges of the …and more » [Link]

RPA changes need to cut out waste – Express & Echo

Posted 6 weeks ago
RPA changes need to cut out wasteExpress & EchoThe EU Common Agricultural Policy reforms are due in 2013 and we need to ensure that we have a process and system able to meet the challenges of the …and more » [Link]

Interview with Rep. Adrian Smith (R-Neb.); Climate Issues; Biofuels; and Food Safety

Posted 6 weeks ago
Interview with Rep. Adrian Smith (R-Neb.) On Friday, FarmPolicy.com had the opportunity to speak with Rep. Adrian Smith (R-Neb.). Rep. Smith serves on the House Agriculture Committee and our conversation focused on trade issues. A transcript of our discussion from … [Link]

CAP money recovered from Member States – Smallholder

Posted 6 weeks ago
CAP money recovered from Member StatesSmallholderMember States are responsible for paying out and checking expenditure under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), and the Commission is required to ensure … [Link]

Beet will compete with cane sugar growers, Cambridge conference told – Norfolk Eastern Daily Press

Posted 6 weeks ago
Beet will compete with cane sugar growers, Cambridge conference toldNorfolk Eastern Daily PressThe new government recognised the need to "shape the negotiations, which will deliver a Common Agricultural Policy of Europe which reflects our … [Link]

Copa-Cogeca Presses for Strong Economic Role for Farmers in Europe – Food Ingredients First (press release)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Copa-Cogeca Presses for Strong Economic Role for Farmers in EuropeFood Ingredients First (press release)… of European farmers, Copa-Cogeca, has urged the European Union to bolster the economic role played by farmers in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). … [Link]

Hidden ideals at another US ritual dance – Irish Times

Posted 6 weeks ago
Hidden ideals at another US ritual danceIrish TimesAn everyday story of the Common Agricultural Policy (Cap) at work? Well, not exactly. Roscoe Filburn was an Ohio farmer, the date was 1942 and the court, … [Link]

Ireland – IFA have no concern for Environment only money – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Ireland – IFA have no concern for Environment only moneyMeattradenewsdaily (blog)… at the European Commission's two-day conference in Brussels on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy, the Irish Farmers Association has claimed. …and more » [Link]

Estonian parliamentarians discussed objectives during Belgium's EU Presidency – The Baltic Course

Posted 6 weeks ago
The Baltic CourseEstonian parliamentarians discussed objectives during Belgium's EU PresidencyThe Baltic CourseEstonia is of the position that the EU common agricultural policy has to be reformed so that it would be fair for all Member States. … [Link]

Estonian parliamentarians discussed objectives during Belgium's EU Presidency – The Baltic Course

Posted 6 weeks ago
The Baltic CourseEstonian parliamentarians discussed objectives during Belgium's EU PresidencyThe Baltic CourseEstonia is of the position that the EU common agricultural policy has to be reformed so that it would be fair for all Member States. … [Link]

Payments agency review criticises service to farms – Darlington and Stockton Times

Posted 6 weeks ago
Payments agency review criticises service to farmsDarlington and Stockton TimesThis week's report warned the RPA was not well run and not fit to cope with changes to the Common Agricultural Policy in 2013. …and more » [Link]

Hungary instructed to repay €11 mln in farm subsidies – Budapest Business Journal

Posted 6 weeks ago
Hungary instructed to repay €11 mln in farm subsidiesBudapest Business JournalMember states are responsible for paying out and checking expenditure under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), and the Commission is required to ensure …and more » [Link]

Flello is right to tackle soya cultivation – U.TV

Posted 6 weeks ago
Flello is right to tackle soya cultivationU.TVIt will mean that money spent under the EU's common agricultural policy is used to reward greener farming practices. And it's built around the principle of …and more » [Link]

Flello is right to tackle soya cultivation – U.TV

Posted 6 weeks ago
Flello is right to tackle soya cultivationU.TVIt will mean that money spent under the EU's common agricultural policy is used to reward greener farming practices. And it's built around the principle of …and more » [Link]

How to Save Rural France – TIME

Posted 6 weeks ago
How to Save Rural FranceTIME… to reduce aid and decouple it from production criteria when the European Union's current $1.1 trillion Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) expires in 2013. …and more » [Link]

Flello is right to tackle soya cultivation – The Guardian

Posted 6 weeks ago
The GuardianFlello is right to tackle soya cultivationThe GuardianIt will mean that money spent under the EU's common agricultural policy is used to reward greener farming practices. And it's built around the principle of …and more » [Link]

Flello is right to tackle soya cultivation – The Guardian

Posted 6 weeks ago
The GuardianFlello is right to tackle soya cultivationThe GuardianIt will mean that money spent under the EU's common agricultural policy is used to reward greener farming practices. And it's built around the principle of …and more » [Link]

NFU fears over 'backward' CAP talks – Farmers Guardian

Posted 6 weeks ago
NFU fears over 'backward' CAP talksFarmers GuardianEUROPE is in danger of turning the Common Agricultural Policy into a social and environmental scheme with little focus on productive agriculture, …and more » [Link]

Payments Agency review criticises service to farmers – Darlington and Stockton Times

Posted 6 weeks ago
Payments Agency review criticises service to farmersDarlington and Stockton TimesThis week's report warned the RPA was not well run and not fit to cope with changes to the Common Agricultural Policy in 2013. … [Link]

House Hearing (Crop Insurance); Climate Issues; Biofuels; and Trade

Posted 6 weeks ago
House Agriculture Subcommittee Hearing on Crop Insurance DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “Groups representing crop insurance companies and agents told members of a House Agriculture Subcommittee that USDA didn’t negotiate in good faith … [Link]

Rural Payments Agency needs radical improvement – Webnewswire.com (press release)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Rural Payments Agency needs radical improvementWebnewswire.com (press release)Making essential preparations for the new schemes which are likely to be introduced after the 2013 Common Agricultural Policy reform negotiations.and more » [Link]

EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of farming – EurActiv

Posted 6 weeks ago
EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of farmingEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was established in 1958 to subsidise farmers and encourage them to produce more to ensure stable supplies of …and more » [Link]

EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of farming – EurActiv

Posted 6 weeks ago
EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of farmingEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was established in 1958 to subsidise farmers and encourage them to produce more to ensure stable supplies of …and more » [Link]

EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of farming – EurActiv

Posted 6 weeks ago
EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of farmingEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was established in 1958 to subsidise farmers and encourage them to produce more to ensure stable supplies of …and more » [Link]

EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of EU farming – EurActiv

Posted 6 weeks ago
EU urged to promote 'territorial vision' of EU farmingEurActivThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was established in 1958 to subsidise farmers and encourage them to produce more to ensure stable supplies of …and more » [Link]

Farm Payment Body Slammed In IT Review – eWEEK Europe UK

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farm Payment Body Slammed In IT RevieweWEEK Europe UKThe RPA distributes more than £2.3 billion every year in Common Agricultural Policy payments to farmers. But a new independent review commissioned by Defra …and more » [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)11) Food / Consumer Policy / Pharmaceuticals • With the European Commission preparing to present its proposals to reform the Common Agricultural Policy … [Link]

Agriculture in 2020 – istockAnalyst.com (press release)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Agriculture in 2020istockAnalyst.com (press release)Their futures will be directly affected by a renegotiation of the Common Agricultural Policy that is getting under way in Brussels. …and more » [Link]

Agriculture in 2020 – Irish Times

Posted 6 weeks ago
Agriculture in 2020Irish TimesTheir futures will be directly affected by a renegotiation of the Common Agricultural Policy that is getting under way in Brussels. …and more » [Link]

Budget cuts spell demise of Englands farm wages board – Scotsman

Posted 6 weeks ago
Budget cuts spell demise of Englands farm wages boardScotsman… of the Rural Payments Agency, the body that controls the £2.3 billion of Common Agricultural Policy money paid out annually to farmers in England. …and more » [Link]

Budget cuts spell demise of England's farm wages board – Scotsman

Posted 6 weeks ago
Budget cuts spell demise of England's farm wages boardScotsman… of the Rural Payments Agency, the body that controls the £2.3 billion of Common Agricultural Policy money paid out annually to farmers in England. …and more » [Link]

Fredrik Erixon and Razeen Sally: Britain's European Moment – Wall Street Journal

Posted 6 weeks ago
Fredrik Erixon and Razeen Sally: Britain's European MomentWall Street JournalAn unreformed Common Agricultural Policy is bad for European consumers and developing countries, and will not help reduce greenhouse-gas emissions. …and more » [Link]

Britain's European Moment – Wall Street Journal

Posted 6 weeks ago
Britain's European MomentWall Street JournalAn unreformed Common Agricultural Policy is bad for European consumers and developing countries, and will not help reduce greenhouse-gas emissions. …and more » [Link]

Farm Bill Hearings; Biofuels; Climate Issues; Financial Reform; and USDA Issue

Posted 6 weeks ago
Yesterday, both the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Horticulture and Organic Agriculture, and the Senate Agriculture Committee, held hearings in advance of the 2012 Farm Bill. House Subcommittee Hearing- Specialty Crops and Organic Agriculture A news release from the House … [Link]

June 2010 Newsletter – European Public Health Alliance

Posted 6 weeks ago
June 2010 NewsletterEuropean Public Health AlliancePositive moves in the Common Agricultural Policy, EU Trade discussions and indeed a renewed commitment to the Millennium Development Goals mark two steps … [Link]

Agriculture in the national news – July 22 – Farmers Guardian

Posted 6 weeks ago
Agriculture in the national news – July 22Farmers GuardianWELSH farmers must not lose out as a result of reforms of the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy, a group of AMs said yesterday. … [Link]

EU farm payments likely to be capped under reform – EUobserver.com

Posted 6 weeks ago
EU farm payments likely to be capped under reformEUobserver.comEUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS – The European Commission has strongly hinted that new funding criteria under a reformed EU common agricultural policy are likely to …and more » [Link]

EU farm payments likely to be capped under reform – EUobserver.com

Posted 6 weeks ago
EU farm payments likely to be capped under reformEUobserver.comEUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS – The European Commission has strongly hinted that new funding criteria under a reformed EU common agricultural policy are likely to …and more » [Link]

Leaders tell Afghanistan to take control by 2014

Posted 6 weeks ago
Afghan forces should be leading security operations throughout their country by 2014, an international conference said on Tuesday (20 July), and they should be aiming to take over from foreign troops in some areas this year. [Link]

Commission proposes phasing out coal subsidies

Posted 6 weeks ago
Europe's unprofitable coal mines will have to be shut down within the next four years before state subsidies are halted, the European Commission said yesterday (20 July). [Link]

Hungary's 2020 education targets 'unrealistic'

Posted 6 weeks ago
Hungary's national education targets under the EU's 'Europe 2020' strategy will be difficult for the country to meet. While the higher education aim may be achievable, its proposed early school leavers' goal is "not realistic," according to the Ministry of … [Link]

EU regulators deal blow to Berlusconi’s media empire

Posted 6 weeks ago
The European Commission on Tuesday (20 July) gave the go-ahead to Australian tycoon Rupert Murdoch in his bid to compete for a digital terrestrial television frequency in Italy, dealing a blow to Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi’s media empire. [Link]

Bulgaria, Romania rapped for public procurement fraud

Posted 6 weeks ago
Fraud and conflict of interest regarding public procurement are the 'big novelties' in the latest European Commission reports monitoring the progress of Romania and Bulgaria three-and-a-half years after their EU accession. The seventh such reports were published today (20 July). [Link]

Brussels pushes to enforce EU 'Miranda Rights'

Posted 6 weeks ago
Police officers in all EU countries might be required to present a standard letter of rights to criminal suspects in their custody before they are interrogated, resembling the so-called 'Miranda Warning' used in the US, according to a European Commission … [Link]

Ocean energy wants place in EU's energy future

Posted 6 weeks ago
Wave and tidal energy could provide 15% of Europe's energy needs by 2050, the industry estimates, calling for support measures to realise its potential. [Link]

Serbia, Croatia to stop ‘looking back at the past’

Posted 6 weeks ago
Croatian President Ivo Josipović paid his first official visit to Serbia yesterday (18 July), during which he discussed resolving all open issues with his host, Serbian President Boris Tadić. Josipović said the two countries, which were at war from 1991 … [Link]

Commission sees sharp growth in organic food trade

Posted 6 weeks ago
Imports of organic food products into the European Union are likely to increase sharply as demand outstrips domestic supply, a report published by the bloc's executive said on Friday (16 July). [Link]

EU agrees key criteria for testing health of banks

Posted 6 weeks ago
European Union officials have agreed the key criteria of stress tests for the bloc's banks, including the minimum level of capital, EU sources said on Friday (16 July), as senior policymakers voiced optimism on the results. [Link]

EU to step up efforts to tackle terrorism propaganda

Posted 6 weeks ago
With the number of terrorist attacks falling across the EU, Brussels is focusing its anti-terror efforts on stamping out terrorists' propaganda and training. [Link]

IMF warns euro zone against austerity side effects

Posted 6 weeks ago
The current drive to cut government debt and spending in the euro zone could reduce the region's economic growth in the coming years, the International Monetary Fund said yesterday (21 July). [Link]

Turkey moves to clear its poor child prison record

Posted 6 weeks ago
Shorter prison sentences will be given to "stone-throwing children" in line with a government-backed bill that was partially approved by the Turkish parliament yesterday (21 July). The move is seen as an attempt to appease human rights groups, who have … [Link]

Make sure Welsh farmers don't lose out in CAP reforms, ministers told – WalesOnline

Posted 6 weeks ago
Make sure Welsh farmers don't lose out in CAP reforms, ministers toldWalesOnlineWELSH farmers must not lose out as a result of reforms of the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy, a group of AMs said yesterday. …and more » [Link]

Budget solution in sight for experimental fusion reactor – European Voice

Posted 6 weeks ago
European VoiceBudget solution in sight for experimental fusion reactorEuropean Voice… the EU budget that funds the Common Agricultural Policy, and that governments and MEPs should agree on where in the budget to find the remaining €540m. …and more » [Link]

Farmers need support to become greener – European Voice

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farmers need support to become greenerEuropean VoiceThe Common Agricultural Policy needs to evolve, but it would be unrealistic – and wrong – to want a revolutionary cut in its budget … [Link]

Report calls for forest carbon offsets – Irish Times

Posted 6 weeks ago
Report calls for forest carbon offsetsIrish TimesThe report says that as part of the debate on reform of the Common Agricultural Policy the commission should make recommendations about providing higher …and more » [Link]

Ireland – If Walsh is serious about jobs stop exporting live cattle – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Ireland – If Walsh is serious about jobs stop exporting live cattleMeattradenewsdaily (blog)A STRONG Common Agricultural Policy is needed in the future to strengthen the economic role that farmers play in providing food and services to 500 million …and more … [Link]

Terry Jones: There is hard work ahead, but the RPA's years of fiasco may be ending – Yorkshire Post

Posted 6 weeks ago
Terry Jones: There is hard work ahead, but the RPA's years of fiasco may be endingYorkshire Post… both in terms of the farmers and growers it services and to show taxpayers it provides value for money as part of the … [Link]

Consumers call for fairer CAP – FarmersWeekly

Posted 6 weeks ago
Consumers call for fairer CAPFarmersWeeklyThe Common Agricultural Policy needs to be made fairer for farmers and the public, consumers from across Europe have claimed. A consultation on the future …and more » [Link]

EU Robs Ag To Pay For ITER – Farm Chemicals International

Posted 6 weeks ago
EU Robs Ag To Pay For ITERFarm Chemicals InternationalThe ag funds will come from "budget heading 2" — the largest program of which is the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), accounting for 48% of the EU budget. …and more » [Link]

Rural Payments Agency has lessons to learn from costly IT mistakes – CIO UK

Posted 6 weeks ago
Rural Payments Agency has lessons to learn from costly IT mistakesCIO UKThe agency needs to develop a system in time for the new Common Agricultural Policy, due to be introduced in 2013, today's review noted. …and more » [Link]

CAP should address territorial impact aspects – Euroalert.net

Posted 6 weeks ago
CAP should address territorial impact aspectsEuroalert.netA successful overhaul of the Common Agricultural Policy requires across-the-board involvement of the regional or local level." Highlighting some of the key …and more » [Link]

Damning report on “inefficient” RPA – Daelnet

Posted 6 weeks ago
Damning report on “inefficient” RPADaelnet… Margaret Beckett, as part of a so-called reform of the notorious EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) but, in England at least, began is life in a state …and more » [Link]

Damning report on “inefficient” RPA – Daelnet

Posted 6 weeks ago
Damning report on “inefficient” RPADaelnet… Margaret Beckett, as part of a so-called reform of the notorious EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) but, in England at least, began is life in a state …and more » [Link]

Committee of the Regions – CoR demands territorial impact assessment for all … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Committee of the Regions – CoR demands territorial impact assessment for all …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)The future development of the Common Agricultural Policy must be based on a thorough assessment of its impact on local communities, Mercedes Bresso, …and more … [Link]

Farm Bill Hearings; Biofuels; Climate Issues; Food Safety; and USDA Issue

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farm Bill Hearings- Rural Development Two House Ag Subcommittees held hearings yesterday highlighting rural development and livestock programs in advance of the 2012 Farm Bill. With respect to rural development, a news release from the Ag Committee yesterday stated that, … [Link]

RPA "not well run" is conclusion of independent report – Horticulture Week

Posted 6 weeks ago
RPA "not well run" is conclusion of independent reportHorticulture WeekThe Rural Payments Agency, which delivers £2.3 billion of Common Agricultural Policy payments to farmers and growers each year, is not in a fit state to …and more » [Link]

New Review Finds Rural Payment Agency In Need For Radical Improvement – eGov monitor

Posted 6 weeks ago
New Review Finds Rural Payment Agency In Need For Radical ImprovementeGov monitor■Making essential preparations for the new schemes which are likely to be introduced after the 2013 Common Agricultural Policy reform negotiations.and more » [Link]

Farming Today – NFU's welcome Minister's comments on Rural Payments Agency – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farming Today – NFU's welcome Minister's comments on Rural Payments AgencyDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… before they knew what it had to do … we've only got a couple of years (of) this whole round of Common Agricultural Policy before the … [Link]

Written Ministerial Statement – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Written Ministerial StatementDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)It is also to build a strong organisation that is ready to deal with the changes that are likely to come with the reform of the common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Defra: Written Ministerial Statement On 2013 Review Of The Rural Payments Agency – eGov monitor

Posted 6 weeks ago
Defra: Written Ministerial Statement On 2013 Review Of The Rural Payments AgencyeGov monitorThe Rural Payments Agency (RPA) delivers £2.3 billion of Common Agricultural Policy payments each year to the businesses and organisations which produce our …and more » [Link]

Farm payments body 'not fit for purpose' says damning report – Yorkshire Post

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farm payments body 'not fit for purpose' says damning reportYorkshire Post… it said it was not well run or fit in its current state to cope with changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) payments due in 2013. …and more … [Link]

Farmers have 'nothing to fear from Cap reform' – istockAnalyst.com (press release)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farmers have 'nothing to fear from Cap reform'istockAnalyst.com (press release)EU AGRICULTURE commissioner Dacian Ciolos has claimed that Irish farmers have nothing to fear from the reform of Europe's common agricultural policy (Cap), …and more » [Link]

Farm payments body 'not fit for purpose' says damning report – Yorkshire Post

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farm payments body 'not fit for purpose' says damning reportYorkshire Post… it said it was not well run or fit in its current state to cope with changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) payments due in 2013. …and more … [Link]

Farmers have 'nothing to fear from Cap reform' – Irish Times

Posted 6 weeks ago
Farmers have 'nothing to fear from Cap reform'Irish TimesEU AGRICULTURE commissioner Dacian Ciolos has claimed that Irish farmers have nothing to fear from the reform of Europe's common agricultural policy (Cap), …and more » [Link]

Red-Tape for EU Farm Projects to Be Reduced – Standart News

Posted 6 weeks ago
Standart NewsRed-Tape for EU Farm Projects to Be ReducedStandart NewsThe reforms led to a better functioning legislation and broader information to the people regarding the opportunities which the common agricultural policy … [Link]

Rural payments quango criticised over bureaucracy – Channel 4 News

Posted 6 weeks ago
Channel 4 NewsRural payments quango criticised over bureaucracyChannel 4 News… warning it was not well run or fit in its current state to cope with changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) payments due in 2013. …and more » [Link]

European Bureaucrats Raid Research, Ag Funds to Pay for Fusion Reactor – Science Now

Posted 6 weeks ago
European Bureaucrats Raid Research, Ag Funds to Pay for Fusion ReactorScience NowAnother tranche of funding for ITER, €400 million, will come from unused funds in "budget heading 2," whose largest item is the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Wales – FUW welcomes Assembly Commitee Agriculture Report – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 6 weeks ago
Wales – FUW welcomes Assembly Commitee Agriculture ReportMeattradenewsdaily (blog)… report calling for the Assembly Government to support a strong Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) which protects farm incomes and food production. …and more » [Link]

UK: Rural Payments Agency needs radical improvement – 7thSpace Interactive (press release)

Posted 6 weeks ago
UK: Rural Payments Agency needs radical improvement7thSpace Interactive (press release)Making essential preparations for the new schemes which are likely to be introduced after the 2013 Common Agricultural Policy reform negotiations.and more » [Link]

European Committees – CoR demands territorial impact assessment for all parts … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 6 weeks ago
European Committees – CoR demands territorial impact assessment for all parts …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)The future development of the Common Agricultural Policy must be based on a thorough assessment of its impact on local communities, Mercedes Bresso, …and more » [Link]

Bulgaria, Romania rapped for public procurement fraud

Posted 6 weeks ago
Fraud and conflict of interest regarding public procurement are the 'big novelties' in the latest European Commission reports monitoring the progress of Romania and Bulgaria three-and-a-half years after their EU accession. The seventh such reports were published today (20 July). [Link]

Government steps in after another damning report on failing Rural Payments Agency – Yorkshire Post

Posted 6 weeks ago
Government steps in after another damning report on failing Rural Payments AgencyYorkshire Post… warning it was not well run or fit in its current state to cope with changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) payments due in 2013. …and … [Link]

AMs warn over European Union farm grants shake-up – BBC News

Posted 6 weeks ago
AMs warn over European Union farm grants shake-upBBC NewsA report published by an assembly advisory committee said reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) must not lead to reduced money for Wales. …and more » [Link]

Payments agency needs improvement says Paice – Farming UK

Posted 6 weeks ago
Payments agency needs improvement says PaiceFarming UKMaking essential preparations for the new schemes which are likely to be introduced after the 2013 Common Agricultural Policy reform negotiations.and more » [Link]

Biofuels; Farm Bill; Climate Issues; Animal Agriculture; and USDA Issue

Posted 6 weeks ago
Biofuels Reuters writer Tom Doggett reported yesterday that, “A pipeline carrying ethanol from the corn-producing heartland of the Midwest to big East Coast cities would not be feasible without government backing and a mandate requiring higher ethanol blends in gasoline. … [Link]

EU unveils multi-billion research fund to boost economy

Posted 7 weeks ago
The EU commissioner for research and innovation, Ireland's Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, announced yesterday (19 July) nearly €6.4 billion of investment in research and development to be spent by the end of 2011. [Link]

Hungary loses IMF safety net

Posted 7 weeks ago
As talks intended to review Hungary's IMF/EU financial deal collapsed over lenders' demands for tough measures to keep the budget deficit on target, the Hungarian forint dropped to 288.98 against the euro yesterday (19 July), down from 286.82 HUF/€. EurActiv … [Link]

Fepex supports European PO change – Freshinfo

Posted 7 weeks ago
FreshinfoFepex supports European PO changeFreshinfoThe Madrid-based organisation's management committee opted to back changes to regulation 1580/2007 for the application of the Common Agricultural Policy for … [Link]

CAP negotiation must not ignore Welsh farmers – Farmers Guardian

Posted 7 weeks ago
CAP negotiation must not ignore Welsh farmersFarmers GuardianThe committee undertook the inquiry to assess the impact reform of the current Common Agricultural Policy, which will coincide with a new EU budget …and more » [Link]

Irish parliament seeks greater EU scrutiny powers

Posted 7 weeks ago
Taking their cue from the Lisbon Treaty, Irish MPs this month called for new scrutiny powers compelling the Dublin government to take their views into account before agreeing to new EU legislation. [Link]

MEP wants to scrap 'entry threshold' for citizens' petitions

Posted 7 weeks ago
The European Commission has dismissed as impractical suggestions by MEPs to scrap the 100,000 signature requirement needed to legally file a petition under the European Citizens' Initiative (ECI). [Link]

Ocean energy wants place in EU's energy future

Posted 7 weeks ago
Wave and tidal energy could provide 15% of Europe's energy needs by 2050, the industry estimates, calling for support measures to realise its potential. [Link]

Today's users of land urged to remember the needs of future users – WalesOnline

Posted 7 weeks ago
Today's users of land urged to remember the needs of future usersWalesOnline… Association which earlier this year joined forces with the RSPB to call for an environmentally- friendly future for the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Brussels pushes to enforce EU 'Miranda Rights'

Posted 7 weeks ago
Police officers in all EU countries might be required to present a standard letter of rights to criminal suspects in their custody before they are interrogated, resembling the so-called 'Miranda Warning' used in the US, according to a European Commission … [Link]

Good Morning Wales – NFU Cymru's Bailey sums up farming sector in Wales – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Good Morning Wales – NFU Cymru's Bailey sums up farming sector in WalesDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)(such as) the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy … (and) obviously the financial squeeze is bound to impact of farming as well."and more » [Link]

Future of EU farm policy debated in Brussels – ACTmedia

Posted 7 weeks ago
ACTmediaFuture of EU farm policy debated in BrusselsACTmediaAfter an initial contribution by the European Parliament, Brussels is hosting a major stakeholder debate on the future of the EU Common Agricultural Policy …and more » [Link]

Future of EU farm policy debated in Brussels – ACTmedia

Posted 7 weeks ago
ACTmediaFuture of EU farm policy debated in BrusselsACTmediaAfter an initial contribution by the European Parliament, Brussels is hosting a major stakeholder debate on the future of the EU Common Agricultural Policy …and more » [Link]

Azeem Ibrahim: If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the … – Investing Contrarian

Posted 7 weeks ago
Azeem Ibrahim: If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the …Investing ContrarianBut the EU's Common Agricultural Policy doesn't only make it harder for the world's poor to trade their way out of poverty. It also moves … [Link]

Azeem Ibrahim: If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the … – Investing Contrarian

Posted 7 weeks ago
Azeem Ibrahim: If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the …Investing ContrarianThis is Europe's Common Agricultural Policy, and it is a disgrace. If we really want to tackle poverty around the world, we should join Sweden … [Link]

Industry could grow by a third – Irish Times

Posted 7 weeks ago
Irish TimesIndustry could grow by a thirdIrish TimesIt notes that the details of the reformed Common Agricultural Policy (Cap) will not be known until late 2012 and the authors concur with the aim of the …and more » [Link]

Dominic Lawson: If we tax cars, then why not cattle? – Independent

Posted 7 weeks ago
Dominic Lawson: If we tax cars, then why not cattle?IndependentMeanwhile, the same poor, insofar as they pay taxes, will simultaneously be subsidising the EU's grotesque Common Agricultural Policy, which in all costs … [Link]

Schedule of Events for Tuesday, 20 July – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for Tuesday, 20 JulySTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)BRUSSELS, Belgium – Agriculture Ministry State Secretary Tanja Strnisa is taking part in a conference on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the EU's Common … – Huffington Post (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the EU's Common …Huffington Post (blog)This is Europe's Common Agricultural Policy, and it is a disgrace. If we really want to tackle poverty around the world, we should join … [Link]

If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the EU's Common … – Huffington Post (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
If We Really Want to Make Poverty History, We Must Abolish the EU's Common …Huffington Post (blog)But the EU's Common Agricultural Policy doesn't only make it harder for the world's poor to trade their way out of poverty. It also … [Link]

Young farmers are a dying breed, warns representative – EUobserver.com

Posted 7 weeks ago
Young farmers are a dying breed, warns representativeEUobserver.comSpeakin~ on Monday (19 July) as part of a two-day conference in Brussels on reforming of the bloc's common agricultural policy (CAP), the president of the … [Link]

The Flavour for Life Rural Fair, organized in St. Catherine Square in Brussels – Financiarul

Posted 7 weeks ago
The Flavour for Life Rural Fair, organized in St. Catherine Square in BrusselsFinanciarulThe Fair was organized as a prologue to the two-day conference in Brussels to focus on the future of the common agricultural policy (CAP) after 2013. … [Link]

Public opinion of CAP debated in Brussels – FarmersWeekly

Posted 7 weeks ago
Public opinion of CAP debated in BrusselsFarmersWeeklyThese were: Why do we need a common agricultural policy, what do citizens expect from agriculture, why reform the CAP and what tools do we need for the CAP …and more » [Link]

Schedule of Events for Tuesday, 20 July – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for Tuesday, 20 JulySTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)BRUSSELS, Belgium – Agriculture Ministry State Secretary Tanja Strnisa is taking part in a conference on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

European Commission to Recover € 265.02 Million of CAP Expenditure From Member … – eGov monitor

Posted 7 weeks ago
European Commission to Recover € 265.02 Million of CAP Expenditure From Member …eGov monitorMember States are responsible for paying out and checking expenditure under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), and the Commission is required to ensure … [Link]

When EU talks trade, it receives more than it gives – Edmonton Journal

Posted 7 weeks ago
When EU talks trade, it receives more than it givesEdmonton JournalAnd the main rigging mechanism is the Common Agricultural Policy known as the CAP. Europe imports only 2.7 per cent of its consumption of dairy products, …and more » [Link]

Serbia, Croatia to stop ‘looking back at the past’

Posted 7 weeks ago
Croatian President Ivo Josipović paid his first official visit to Serbia yesterday (18 July), during which he discussed resolving all open issues with his host, Serbian President Boris Tadić. Josipović said the two countries, which were at war from 1991 … [Link]

Tripartite Bosnian representation exasperates FIFA and UEFA

Posted 7 weeks ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) could be excluded from playing international football. In football as in politics, the country is represented by its three ethnic entities, but international football bodies FIFA and UEFA have warned that the relationship is unmanageable. [Link]

Nutrition; Know Your Farmer; Biofuels; Trade; and Appropriations

Posted 7 weeks ago
Nutrition DTN Political Correspondent Jerry Hagstrom reported on Friday (link requires subscription) that, “House, Senate and White House officials are working together to find offsets to reauthorize child nutrition programs before they expire on Sept. 30, according to an aide … [Link]

RW 2010: 'Subsidies should only be paid to active farmers' – FarmersWeekly

Posted 7 weeks ago
RW 2010: 'Subsidies should only be paid to active farmers'FarmersWeeklyJust hours before the Welsh Assembly Government's Rural Development Sub Committee launches its report into Common Agricultural Policy reform Mr Bailey said … [Link]

When EU talks trade, it receives more than it gives – Edmonton Journal

Posted 7 weeks ago
When EU talks trade, it receives more than it givesEdmonton JournalAnd the main rigging mechanism is the Common Agricultural Policy known as the CAP. Europe imports only 2.7 per cent of its consumption of dairy products, …and more » [Link]

Kazakhstan: Nabucco needs 'action', not just 'talk'

Posted 7 weeks ago
Kazakhstan's leader said yesterday (18 July) the European Union was doing too little to bring to life the Nabucco pipeline, which aims to take Caspian Sea gas to Europe and reduce the bloc's dependence on Russia. [Link]

Commission sees sharp growth in organic food trade

Posted 7 weeks ago
Imports of organic food products into the European Union are likely to increase sharply as demand outstrips domestic supply, a report published by the bloc's executive said on Friday (16 July). [Link]

Ashton calls on Israel to ease Gaza blockade

Posted 7 weeks ago
Israel should ease its Gaza blockade further and allow Palestinians to resume exports from the territory, the European Union's foreign policy chief said on Sunday (18 July) during a visit to the Hamas-controlled enclave. [Link]

When EU talks trade, it receives more than it gives – Edmonton Journal

Posted 7 weeks ago
When EU talks trade, it receives more than it givesEdmonton JournalAnd the main rigging mechanism is the Common Agricultural Policy known as the CAP. Europe imports only 2.7 per cent of its consumption of dairy products, … [Link]

EU agrees key criteria for testing health of banks

Posted 7 weeks ago
European Union officials have agreed the key criteria of stress tests for the bloc's banks, including the minimum level of capital, EU sources said on Friday (16 July), as senior policymakers voiced optimism on the results. [Link]

EU to water down hedge fund regulation

Posted 7 weeks ago
The hedge funds row might soon be over, say EU sources, who claim regulation is in sight. Reportedly, funds will likely be able to choose between getting an EU passport to gain access to national markets or getting the private … [Link]

Future of EU farm policy debated in Brussels

Posted 7 weeks ago
After an initial contribution by the European Parliament, Brussels will play host to a major stakeholder debate on the future of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on Monday and Tuesday. [Link]

Commission sees sharp growth in organic food trade – EurActiv

Posted 7 weeks ago
Commission sees sharp growth in organic food tradeEurActivWhen the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was created, there was no such thing as organic farming. Organic agriculture received official recognition in …and more » [Link]

Commission sees sharp growth in organic food trade – EurActiv

Posted 7 weeks ago
Commission sees sharp growth in organic food tradeEurActivWhen the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was created, there was no such thing as organic farming. Organic agriculture received official recognition in …and more » [Link]

Future of EU farm policy debated in Brussels – EurActiv

Posted 7 weeks ago
Future of EU farm policy debated in BrusselsEurActivThe Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is a system of EU agricultural subsidies and programmes. Worth €55 billion a year, the CAP currently represents some …and more » [Link]

Future of EU farm policy debated in Brussels – EurActiv

Posted 7 weeks ago
Future of EU farm policy debated in BrusselsEurActiv… Brussels will play host to a major stakeholder debate on the future of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on Monday and Tuesday. …and more » [Link]

Schedule of Events for Monday, 19 July – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for Monday, 19 JulySTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)BRUSSELS, Belgium – Agriculture Ministry State Secretary Tanja Strnisa will take part in a two-day conference on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after …and more » [Link]

Schedule of Events for 19-25 July – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for 19-25 JulySTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)BRUSSELS, Belgium – Agriculture Ministry State Secretary Tanja Strnisa will take part in a conference on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

Conference on CAP post-2013 to build on success of public debate – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 7 weeks ago
Balkans.com Business NewsConference on CAP post-2013 to build on success of public debateBalkans.com Business News… will be presented to the Conference on Monday, but the main thrust of the responses was as follows: Why do we need a common agricultural … [Link]

Schedule of Events for Monday, 19 July – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for Monday, 19 JulySTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)BRUSSELS, Belgium – Agriculture Ministry State Secretary Tanja Strnisa will take part in a two-day conference on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after …and more » [Link]

Schedule of Events for 19-25 July – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for 19-25 JulySTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)BRUSSELS, Belgium – Agriculture Ministry State Secretary Tanja Strnisa will take part in a conference on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

EUR 265.02 million of CAP expenditure recovered – Farming UK

Posted 7 weeks ago
EUR 265.02 million of CAP expenditure recoveredFarming UKMember States are responsible for paying out and checking expenditure under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), and the Commission is required to ensure … [Link]

EU Agrees to More Farm Supports for Finland – YLE News

Posted 7 weeks ago
YLE NewsEU Agrees to More Farm Supports for FinlandYLE News… supports with the visiting EU Agriculture Commissioner Dacian Cioloş, who is preparing a major reform of the Union's Common Agricultural Policy in 2013.and more » [Link]

Tackling a formidable trade barrier – Ottawa Citizen

Posted 7 weeks ago
Tackling a formidable trade barrierOttawa CitizenAnd the main rigging mechanism is the Common Agricultural Policy known as the CAP. Europe imports only 2.7 per cent of its consumption of dairy products, … [Link]

Tackling a formidable trade barrier – Ottawa Citizen

Posted 7 weeks ago
Tackling a formidable trade barrierOttawa CitizenAnd the main rigging mechanism is the Common Agricultural Policy known as the CAP. Europe imports only 2.7 per cent of its consumption of dairy products, …and more » [Link]

A Slow Voice in Policy Reform – Slow food

Posted 7 weeks ago
A Slow Voice in Policy ReformSlow food… public debate conference on the future of the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the EU's system of agricultural subsidies and programs. … [Link]

Slowing the CAP – Slow food

Posted 7 weeks ago
Slow foodSlowing the CAPSlow foodThe questions posed by the Commission that Slow Food responded to in the document are: Why do we need a common agricultural policy? …and more » [Link]

Finland – Agriculture Commissioner Dacian Ciolos: Agriculture must continue in … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Finland – Agriculture Commissioner Dacian Ciolos: Agriculture must continue in …ISRIA (registration)The diversity and differences between the regions must be taken into account in the upcoming reform of the common agricultural policy. … [Link]

Errors cost UK £188 million in EU farm support – Reuters UK

Posted 7 weeks ago
Errors cost UK £188 million in EU farm supportReuters UKUnder the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, governments are responsible for vetting payments to farmers, which they then claim back from the bloc's farm … [Link]

Errors cost UK £188 million in EU farm support – Reuters UK

Posted 7 weeks ago
Errors cost UK £188 million in EU farm supportReuters UKUnder the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, governments are responsible for vetting payments to farmers, which they then claim back from the bloc's farm … [Link]

Conference to assess post-2013 CAP consultation results – Europolitics.info

Posted 7 weeks ago
Conference to assess post-2013 CAP consultation resultsEuropolitics.infoBy Eric van Puyvelde | Friday 16 July 2010 In two months of public consultation on the post-2013 Common Agricultural Policy, more than 5800 contributions …and more » [Link]

EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspending – Monsters and Critics.com

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspendingMonsters and Critics.comBritain has long criticized the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) as wasteful and prone to abuse. British farmers gain relatively little from the fund. … [Link]

EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspending – Monsters and Critics.com

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspendingMonsters and Critics.comBritain has long criticized the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) as wasteful and prone to abuse. British farmers gain relatively little from the fund. … [Link]

EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspending – Earthtimes

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspendingEarthtimesBritain has long criticized the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) as wasteful and prone to abuse. British farmers gain relatively little from the fund. … [Link]

EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspending – Earthtimes

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU claims 287 million dollars from Britain in farm misspendingEarthtimesBritain has long criticized the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) as wasteful and prone to abuse. British farmers gain relatively little from the fund. … [Link]

EU displays commitment to Georgia

Posted 7 weeks ago
The EU opened talks on an association agreement with Georgia yesterday (15 July) in a move that will boost the former Soviet republic's hopes of forging closer ties with the West. The agreement, however, does not promise future EU accession. [Link]

Turkish opposition bids to lower ‘unfair’ election threshold

Posted 7 weeks ago
The leader of Turkey's main opposition party, Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, is attempting to lower the country's election threshold in parliament, which is the highest in Europe, ahead of a general election next year. EurActiv Turkey contributed to this article. [Link]

The conference on CAP post-2013 will be held on Brussels – Euroalert.net

Posted 7 weeks ago
The conference on CAP post-2013 will be held on BrusselsEuroalert.net… will be presented to the Conference but the main thrust of the responses was as follows: Why do we need a common agricultural policy? …and more » [Link]

EU police raid Kosovo Telecom in corruption probe

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU and Kosovo police yesterday (16 July) raided four companies suspected of corruption over a mobile phone licence, including Kosovo Telecom, EU rule of law mission EULEX has announced. [Link]

Biofuels; Farm Bill; Climate Issues; Nutrition; Trade; Animal Ag; and Financial Reform

Posted 7 weeks ago
Biofuels DTN writer Todd Neeley reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “Ethanol industry advocate Growth Energy on Thursday called for the gradual phasing out of the 45-cent ethanol blenders’ tax credit, while redirecting a portion of what amounts to billions … [Link]

Merkel: EU should talk to Russia on security

Posted 7 weeks ago
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said yesterday (15 July) that the European Union as well as the NATO military alliance should discuss security issues with Russia, in order to prevent conflicts arising. [Link]

Renewables dominate new power in Europe, US

Posted 7 weeks ago
More than half of all new electricity capacity added in the United States and Europe last year was from renewable power such as wind and solar, a body backed by the International Energy Agency and the UN reported. [Link]

Estonia gets final OK to join euro in 2011

Posted 7 weeks ago
Estonia will become the seventeenth member of the euro zone on 1 January 2011 after EU finance ministers gave the Baltic country the go-ahead to adopt the European Union's single currency. [Link]

Eastern Europe struggling to meet EU climate targets

Posted 7 weeks ago
The EU's Eastern European newcomers, who still need to catch up with the rest of the Union in terms of economic and social development, face an uphill battle to attain the 'climate targets' laid out in the bloc's 'Europe 2020' … [Link]

New Slovak government clears way for eurozone aid fund

Posted 7 weeks ago
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Chinese firms cashing in on EU carbon trade

Posted 7 weeks ago
European industries are subsidising direct competitors in China and India by buying international credits to offset their carbon dioxide emissions, an NGO said in a new report. [Link]

Lords debate Rural Communities – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Lords debate Rural CommunitiesDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)As we know, the whole of the common agricultural policy is due to be recast in 2013 in ways that are not yet known, although it is highly likely that there … [Link]

European Parliament member: current system of direct payments for farmers is … – The Baltic Course

Posted 7 weeks ago
The Baltic CourseEuropean Parliament member: current system of direct payments for farmers is …The Baltic Course… national economy sector, and turning the spotlight on the problem now, when the Common Agricultural Policy of the EU is debated, is very important. … [Link]

MEPs adopt Common Agricultural Policy budget report – Horticulture Week

Posted 7 weeks ago
MEPs adopt Common Agricultural Policy budget reportHorticulture WeekGrowers have welcomed the adoption by MEPs of a report on Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) that aims to safeguard budgets and offer top-up payments for …and more » [Link]

Plan sows seeds for agricultural recovery – Irish Times

Posted 7 weeks ago
Irish TimesPlan sows seeds for agricultural recoveryIrish TimesThis is mainly due to seismic shifts that are set to take place in EU policy and world trade – specifically the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy …and more » [Link]

Plan sows seeds for agricultural recovery – Irish Times

Posted 7 weeks ago
Irish TimesPlan sows seeds for agricultural recoveryIrish TimesThis is mainly due to seismic shifts that are set to take place in EU policy and world trade – specifically the reform of the EU Common Agricultural Policy … [Link]

Welsh Assembly backs dairy efficiency – Farmers Guardian

Posted 7 weeks ago
Welsh Assembly backs dairy efficiencyFarmers Guardian“The dairy industry is hugely important to Wales and there is no doubt that, as far as the future of the Common Agricultural Policy is concerned, …and more » [Link]

Business leaders urge EU, Brazil to boost trade talks

Posted 7 weeks ago
Brazilian and European business leaders on Wednesday (15 July) urged their governments to accelerate talks on an ambitious trade accord, despite the eurozone crisis and opposition from European farmers. [Link]

Poland Agribusiness Report Q3 2010 – New Market Report Published – OfficialWire (press release)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Poland Agribusiness Report Q3 2010 – New Market Report PublishedOfficialWire (press release)Poland's signing of a declaration on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in Warsaw in February indicates it will fight for a strong CAP, but views the …and more » [Link]

National parliaments debate EU’s future regional policy

Posted 7 weeks ago
National and EU parliamentarians meeting in Brussels earlier this week (12-13 July) held a debate on the future of European regional policy, resulting in many opinions including a call for the European Social Fund to remain under regional policy control. [Link]

EU plans to strengthen rules for offshore drilling

Posted 7 weeks ago
The European Commission is planning to toughen rules covering accident prevention and liability for offshore oil drilling in response to BP's Gulf of Mexico spill, Europe's environment chief said on Wednesday (14 July). [Link]

Poland – Secretary of State Mikołaj Dowgielewicz in Romania – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Poland – Secretary of State Mikołaj Dowgielewicz in RomaniaISRIA (registration)The visit is aimed at addressing current European issues, including the future of the EU budget, the reform of the common agricultural policy, … [Link]

EU's 'big three' issue joint call for 30% CO2 cuts

Posted 7 weeks ago
Ministers from the UK, France and Germany have issued a joint call for the EU to raise its emission reduction target to 30% by 2020. [Link]

EU agrees on carbon permit auction rules from 2013

Posted 7 weeks ago
European Union governments on Wednesday unanimously agreed detailed rules for auctioning carbon permits in the third phase of the bloc's emissions trading scheme from 2013, the European Commission said yesterday (14 July). [Link]

European Anti-Fraud Office – OLAF Activity Report: Facing the challenges of … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 7 weeks ago
European Anti-Fraud Office – OLAF Activity Report: Facing the challenges of …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… Eastern European candidate countries in the pre-accession period for their participation in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the single market. …and more » [Link]

Farm Bill; Biofuels; Animal Agriculture; and Taxes

Posted 7 weeks ago
Farm Bill: Related Developments and Overview DTN Political Correspondent Jerry Hagstrom reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “Agriculture Undersecretary for Farm and Foreign Agriculture Services Jim Miller on Tuesday joined the call of House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson, D-Minn., … [Link]

EU foresees take up of 'biodiversity businesses'

Posted 7 weeks ago
Biodiversity and ecosystem conservation offer an array of new opportunities for business, which can either develop green products and services or trade biodiversity 'credits', argues a new European Commission report on the economics of nature. [Link]

Commission slams Poland over 'Gazprom clause'

Posted 7 weeks ago
Poland is preventing EU companies from buying its surplus Russian gas, infringing EU internal market rules, the European Commission said yesterday (14 July). [Link]

EU mulls gender quotas on company boards

Posted 7 weeks ago
The European Commission is considering introducing quotas to tackle gender imbalances in the decision-making bodies of private companies, where only 10% of members are women. [Link]

Slovakia to assume Visegrad Four presidency – The Slovak Spectator

Posted 7 weeks ago
Slovakia to assume Visegrad Four presidencyThe Slovak SpectatorDelegates will focus on energy security, a new financial perspective after 2013, the common agricultural policy, the Eastern Partnership and the Western … [Link]

Independent voices gain ground in EU blogosphere

Posted 7 weeks ago
Independent bloggers writing about EU policy are nipping at the heels of their big media rivals, according to a survey on the EU's English-language blogosphere. [Link]

Food industry's green efforts may hit price wall

Posted 7 weeks ago
The European food and drinks industry is finalising plans to measure its environmental performance but increasingly price-aware consumers might derail their efforts, the European Commission cautioned. [Link]

Carbon labels potentially misleading, study warns

Posted 7 weeks ago
Labelling consumer products with their carbon footprint is not the best approach to combating global warming as the labels at their worst increase negative environmental impacts and mislead consumers, according to European consumer organisation ANEC. [Link]

Europeans prefer spending cuts to higher taxes to reduce deficits

Posted 7 weeks ago
Citizens in France, Italy, Spain, Germany and the UK – the five largest EU countries – want their governments to cut spending rather than raise taxes to reduce deficits and public debts, according to a new Financial Times/Harris poll. [Link]

Will reform bring a bumper harvest? – European Voice

Posted 7 weeks ago
Will reform bring a bumper harvest?European VoiceBy Valentin Zahrnt The European Commission kicks off 12 months that will determine the reform agenda for the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), with its 'CAP … [Link]

New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultivation but agri groups are not happy – Horticulture Week

Posted 7 weeks ago
New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultivation but agri groups are not happyHorticulture Week… false arguments that GM is the future of our food, and to make the case for sustainable farming in the reform of the Common … [Link]

Truth in trade talks – National Post (registration) (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Truth in trade talksNational Post (registration) (blog)And the main rigging mechanism is the Common Agricultural Policy, known as the CAP. Europe imports only 2.7% of its consumption of dairy products, …and more » [Link]

How to make sure the CAP fits – European Voice

Posted 7 weeks ago
How to make sure the CAP fitsEuropean VoiceThis flies in the face of our recent proposal for a new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) where we argue for significant funding for EU farmers. … [Link]

The CAP is our best hope of protecting biodiversity in the countryside – The Guardian

Posted 7 weeks ago
The CAP is our best hope of protecting biodiversity in the countrysideThe Guardian… is one of the groups highlighted in your editorial as recipients of payments through the common agricultural policy (CAP) (Rotten but here to stay, … [Link]

UK – Strong sterling hits meat exports – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
UK – Strong sterling hits meat exportsMeattradenewsdaily (blog)… increased payments to producers (set in euros in the Common Agricultural Policy) in sterling terms, temporarily ending the decline in the breeding herd. … [Link]

The Future of the World Trading System – Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Posted 7 weeks ago
Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceThe Future of the World Trading SystemCarnegie Endowment for International PeaceAutonomous Liberalization: Autonomous action will continue to account for most trade reforms, in areas as varied as the EU's common agricultural policy, …and more » [Link]

The Future of the World Trading System – Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Posted 7 weeks ago
Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceThe Future of the World Trading SystemCarnegie Endowment for International PeaceAutonomous Liberalization: Autonomous action will continue to account for most trade reforms, in areas as varied as the EU's common agricultural policy, …and more » [Link]

MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – SunHerald.com

Posted 7 weeks ago
MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …SunHerald.comPoland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultivation but agri groups are not happy – Horticulture Week

Posted 7 weeks ago
New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultivation but agri groups are not happyHorticulture Week… false arguments that GM is the future of our food, and to make the case for sustainable farming in the reform of the Common … [Link]

New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultitvation but agri groups are not happy – Horticulture Week

Posted 7 weeks ago
New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultitvation but agri groups are not happyHorticulture Week… false arguments that GM is the future of our food, and to make the case for sustainable farming in the reform of the Common … [Link]

Füle: Turkey should have 'zero doubt' about EU's commitment

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU Enlargement Commissioner Štefan Füle assured Turkey on 12 July that the European Union was committed to the Muslim country becoming a full member, saying that ways of accelerating the process would be worked on. [Link]

MEPs warn against looming fight on EU budget reform

Posted 7 weeks ago
The Socialists and Democrats group in the European Parliament yesterday (13 July) warned against quarrelling over numbers and figures in the EU assembly's newly-formed committee on budget reform. [Link]

New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultivation but agri groups are not happy – Horticulture Week

Posted 7 weeks ago
New rules give UK autonomy on GM crop cultivation but agri groups are not happyHorticulture Week… false arguments that GM is the future of our food, and to make the case for sustainable farming in the reform of the Common … [Link]

MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – Benzinga

Posted 7 weeks ago
MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …BenzingaPoland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – MRO (press release)

Posted 7 weeks ago
MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …MRO (press release)Poland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – Bradenton Herald

Posted 7 weeks ago
MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …Bradenton HeraldPoland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – PR-inside.com (press release)

Posted 7 weeks ago
MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …PR-inside.com (press release)Poland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – Earthtimes (press release)

Posted 7 weeks ago
MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …Earthtimes (press release)Poland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – Business Wire (press release)

Posted 7 weeks ago
MarketPublishers.com Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …Business Wire (press release)Poland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

German minister approves of harmonising agricultural subsidies levels for Estonia – The Baltic Course

Posted 7 weeks ago
The Baltic CourseGerman minister approves of harmonising agricultural subsidies levels for EstoniaThe Baltic CourseThe two ministers also noted that the common agricultural policy needs to maintained as it is certainly better than 27 different policies. [Link]

MEPs warn against looming fight on EU budget reform – EurActiv

Posted 7 weeks ago
MEPs warn against looming fight on EU budget reformEurActivThe S&D group warned against renationalising so-called 'traditional' EU policies – such as the Common Agricultural Policy and cohesion and fisheries policy …and more » [Link]

New cross-border divorce rules for 14 EU countries

Posted 7 weeks ago
Fourteen EU member states earlier this week (12 July) used a pioneering cooperation law to press ahead with plans to simplify divorce rules for couples of different nationalities. [Link]

Europe steps up response to gas supply crises

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU lawmakers agreed to speed up construction of new gas storage and interconnection facilities on Tuesday (13 July) in response to supply crises like those caused by the Russia-Ukraine gas dispute in 2008 and 2009. [Link]

Experts: New Czech government is ‘mildly Eurosceptic’

Posted 7 weeks ago
The new Czech government, led by Petr Nečas, was appointed yesterday (13 July) after a month of difficult coalition talks. Commenting on the coalition agreement, analysts warned of recurrent Euroscepticism, but said this would perhaps take a more mild form … [Link]

Social Democrat MEPs warn against fight on budget reform

Posted 7 weeks ago
The Socialists and Democrats group in the European Parliament yesterday (13 July) warned against quarrelling over numbers and figures in the EU assembly's newly-formed committee on budget reform. [Link]

Experts: New Czech government is 'mildly Eurosceptic' – EurActiv

Posted 7 weeks ago
Experts: New Czech government is 'mildly Eurosceptic'EurActivOn the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the new cabinet will seek to eliminate the differences in direct payments between old and new member states. … [Link]

Social Democrat MEPs warn against fight on budget reform – EurActiv

Posted 7 weeks ago
Social Democrat MEPs warn against fight on budget reformEurActivThe S&D group warned against renationalising so-called 'traditional' EU policies – such as the Common Agricultural Policy and cohesion and fisheries policy …and more » [Link]

MarketPublishers Ltd Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor … – Market Research Agency

Posted 7 weeks ago
Market Research AgencyMarketPublishers Ltd Offers New July Market Reports by Business Monitor …Market Research AgencyPoland signed the Common Agricultural Policy declaration in February, 2010, that will prove favourable in future. Poland's antipathy to the technology …and more » [Link]

Irish beef industry fears over trade pact – RTE.ie

Posted 7 weeks ago
RTE.ieIrish beef industry fears over trade pactRTE.ieThe Common Agricultural Policy ensured that EU beef was produced in a sustainable manner with reduced carbon emissions, he said, and the same could not be …and more » [Link]

SRA; Climate Issues; Taxes; Biofuels; Nutrition; Farm Bill Issues; and Trade

Posted 7 weeks ago
Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA) Bloomberg writer Alan Bjerga reported yesterday that, “The crop-insurance industry will be forced to consolidate by a U.S. government plan to spend $6 billion less on subsidizing farmer policies, according to the president of the insurers … [Link]

EU GMO proposals draw widespread criticism

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU member states will be able to ban GMO cultivation on their territory under new proposals tabled yesterday (13 July), but will need the EU institutions' approval to act if their decision is not based on scientific evidence. [Link]

Agricultural policy must help planet – Eastbourne Today

Posted 7 weeks ago
Agricultural policy must help planetEastbourne TodayThis week the European Parliament voted on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). The CAP has often been described as "the lifeblood of farmers …and more » [Link]

Kroes resists subsidies to spur EU smart tech

Posted 7 weeks ago
Despite low EU investment in research and development (R&D), Digital Agenda Commissioner Neelie Kroes has rejected widespread recourse to state aid to narrow the gap with Europe's international competitors. [Link]

EU-US to collaborate on 'rare earths'

Posted 7 weeks ago
The US Congress and the European Parliament could hold parallel hearings and produce a joint communiqué on crucial raw materials as part of efforts to cooperate on areas of strategic interest, according to a senior Washington policymaker. [Link]

EU to ease restrictions on seasonal workers

Posted 7 weeks ago
The European Commission yesterday (13 June) announced plans to ease restrictions on seasonal migrant workers and make it easier for companies to transfer high-skilled employees into the European Union. [Link]

Ministers restrict EU bank supervision

Posted 7 weeks ago
EU countries have agreed to impose restrictions on the powers of new EU bank supervisors, it emerged after extended talks ended yesterday (13 July). [Link]

France bans burqa

Posted 7 weeks ago
Muslim women could be fined for wearing full-length veils in public in France under a bill approved overwhelmingly yesterday (13 July) by the lower house of parliament. [Link]

Belgium bids to ease Lisbon Treaty tensions

Posted 7 weeks ago
As a founding member of the European Union and the host of its institutions, the Belgian EU Presidency is in a good position to help solve inter-institutional tensions linked to the implementation of the Lisbon Treaty, Olivier Chastel, state secretary … [Link]

Mining group, environment NGO seal partnership

Posted 7 weeks ago
Global mining giant Rio Tinto and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) this week agreed to work together to improve the sector’s sustainability and conservation record. [Link]

Slovakia not ready to sign off on EU aid fund

Posted 7 weeks ago
Slovakia's parliament and the cabinet must be consulted before the country can sign off on the European Union's 440 billion euro ($554 bln) aid mechanism, new Slovakian Prime Minister Iveta Radičová said on Monday (12 July). [Link]

EU economic union is essential, says Spanish envoy

Posted 7 weeks ago
The outgoing Spanish EU Presidency will be remembered for overseeing the first steps towards a ''necessary and absolutely essential'' evolution from monetary union to economic union, Rafael Dezcallar de Mazarredo, Spanish ambassador to Berlin, told EurActiv Germany in a recent … [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)5) • In advance of proposals for Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reform, the majority of members of the European Parliament's Committee on Agriculture …and more » [Link]

Written by {ga=eurasia-review} – Eurasia Review

Posted 7 weeks ago
Written by {ga=eurasia-review}Eurasia Review"We need a strong and common agricultural policy" said Sabine Laruelle, Belgium's Minister for SMEs, the self-employed, agriculture and science policy told …and more » [Link]

Ireland – Visit from EU farm boss – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Ireland – Visit from EU farm bossMeattradenewsdaily (blog)Meanwhile, a total of 5474 valid submissions from stakeholders on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) have been received by the EU Commission … [Link]

Scotland – The EU farm policy – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Scotland – The EU farm policyMeattradenewsdaily (blog)European Parliament will make its mind up on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy but in the run up to this event, the architect of the report being …and more » [Link]

Ireland – IFA defending farm hand outs – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Ireland – IFA defending farm hand outsMeattradenewsdaily (blog)COMBINED national effort will be needed to secure a properly funded Common Agricultural Policy budget for Ireland after 2013. That's what Irish Farmers … [Link]

NFU expert: Taxpayers need to be told about CAP plus-points – Taylor Vinters (blog)

Posted 7 weeks ago
NFU expert: Taxpayers need to be told about CAP plus-pointsTaylor Vinters (blog)People living in Europe should be told about the various plus-points that the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) possesses, it has been suggested. … [Link]

Romania – Minister of Foreign Affairs meets EU Ambassadors to Bucharest – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 7 weeks ago
Romania – Minister of Foreign Affairs meets EU Ambassadors to BucharestISRIA (registration)We also underline the importance for the cohesion policy and the common agricultural policy to be maintained in implementing the objectives of the EU 2020 …and more » [Link]

European GMO plan fundamentally flawed – SNP (press release)

Posted 7 weeks ago
European GMO plan fundamentally flawedSNP (press release)"It is illogical to fragment the single market in such a way, when we have a single market for trade and a common agricultural policy: this is a violation …and more » [Link]

EU banks offer voluntary rescue fund

Posted 7 weeks ago
European Banking Federation President Alessandro Profumo yesterday (12 July) offered to set up a voluntary €20 billion rescue fund for failing banks funded by the top 20 EU credit institutions. Although the move follows Brussels' push in this direction, the … [Link]

Belgians seek to enforce Lisbon Treaty social clause

Posted 7 weeks ago
During its six-month EU presidency, Belgium will seek to enforce the so-called 'social clause' of the Lisbon Treaty, ensuring that policymakers in Brussels and national capitals keep a close eye on the social impact of all new legislation, a meeting … [Link]

Macedonia name dispute inspires exotic idea

Posted 7 weeks ago
A renowned research institute has suggested that Macedonia change its name to an agreed formula on the day of its EU accession as a means of resolving its ongoing dispute with Greece. As exotic as this may seem, the proposal … [Link]

“Poland Agribusiness Report Q3 2010” added to ReportBuyer.com – PRLog.Org (press release)

Posted 7 weeks ago
“Poland Agribusiness Report Q3 2010” added to ReportBuyer.comPRLog.Org (press release)Poland's signing of a declaration on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in Warsaw in February indicates it will fight for a strong CAP, but views the … [Link]

Climate Issues; Biofuels; Farm Bill Issues; Animal Agriculture; and Ag Economy

Posted 7 weeks ago
Climate Issues Carol Davenport reported yesterday at Politico that, “The next three weeks represent Democrats’ last, best shot at getting an energy and climate change bill passed this year. “In the White House and the office of Senate Majority Leader … [Link]

Belgian Presidency presents its priorities at the first EU Agriculture and … – Euroalert.net

Posted 8 weeks ago
Belgian Presidency presents its priorities at the first EU Agriculture and …Euroalert.netThe agricultural policy priorities of the Belgian Presidency will focus mainly on the future of the common agricultural policy (CAP) after 2013 and on the …and more » [Link]

Grower leaders demand EU put policy, production and budgets at top of agenda – Horticulture Week

Posted 8 weeks ago
Grower leaders demand EU put policy, production and budgets at top of agendaHorticulture Week… would "be watching the Belgians with a keen eye until December", as their ministers tackled issues such as the future of the common agricultural policy. … [Link]

EU roars support for Lyon's report – Irish Independent

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU roars support for Lyon's reportIrish Independent… Parliament has thrown its weight behind a major report which has called for the continuation of a strongly funded Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)European Agriculture and Health Commissioners will also discuss progress on changes to the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) during the Council meeting. …and more » [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)European Agriculture and Health Commissioners will also discuss progress on changes to the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) during the Council meeting. …and more » [Link]

Latvia's economic recovery praised – KMS Baltics

Posted 8 weeks ago
Latvia's economic recovery praisedKMS Baltics… to promote closer cooperation between their two countries in a number of areas of European Union policy, including the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Grower leaders demand EU puts policy, production and budgets at top of agenda – Horticulture Week

Posted 8 weeks ago
Grower leaders demand EU puts policy, production and budgets at top of agendaHorticulture Week… would "be watching the Belgians with a keen eye until December", as their ministers tackled issues such as the future of the common agricultural policy. … [Link]

Reasons to keep Europe's CAP – The Guardian

Posted 8 weeks ago
Reasons to keep Europe's CAPThe GuardianThe assumption that the common agricultural policy (CAP) is a wasteful boondoggle (Rotten but here to stay, 5 July) is at best misguided and at worst …and more » [Link]

Minister Discusses Stabilisation of EU Milk Market – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Minister Discusses Stabilisation of EU Milk MarketSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)The European Commission has been insisting on the agreement as part of the 2008 health check of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) that quotas should be … [Link]

Germany, France push for financial transactions tax

Posted 8 weeks ago
Germany and France have appealed to the Belgian EU Presidency to discuss the introduction of a financial transactions tax in the EU at an informal meeting of finance ministers in Brussels, which kicks off today (12 July). [Link]

World Cup victory 'may offset recession in Spain'

Posted 8 weeks ago
While the International Monetary Fund has predicted a 0.4% decrease in the Spanish economy this year, economists note that the euphoria generated by Spain winning the FIFA World Cup for the first time ever yesterday (11 July) may boost growth … [Link]

EU sets 2013 cap under emissions trading scheme

Posted 8 weeks ago
Greenhouse gas emissions from industrial installations covered by the EU's emissions trading scheme (EU ETS) will be capped at just under 1.927 billion allowances for 2013, the European Commission said on Friday (9 July). [Link]

Hungary ambitious about climate policy goals

Posted 8 weeks ago
One of the priorities of the EU's new 'Europe 2020' strategy is green growth: the goal is to reduce CO2 emissions and energy consumption by 20% and increase the share of renewables in the bloc's energy mix to 20%. For … [Link]

Gazprom bids to unsettle key Nabucco partner

Posted 8 weeks ago
Russian gas monopoly Gazprom is trying to unsettle the EU-favoured Nabucco gas pipeline consortium by trying to enlist one of its members, German utility RWE, for the alternative South Stream pipeline, the Handelsblatt daily reported yesterday (11 July). [Link]

Climate Issues; SRA; Farm Bill; Food Safety; Animal Ag; Trade; and Crop Estimates

Posted 8 weeks ago
Climate Issues: Agricultural Analysis On Friday, the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) released a report that “summarizes analysis of possible impacts of climate change legislation on US agricultural markets.” The report, “Impacts of Climate Change Legislation on US … [Link]

EU mulls beefing up energy savings policy

Posted 8 weeks ago
Günther Oettinger, the EU's energy commissioner, said last week (8 July) that he would assess the need for stronger EU regulation on energy efficiency in the context of a new policy "action plan" to be presented in 2011. [Link]

EU launches linguist recruitment drive

Posted 8 weeks ago
The EU institutions will tomorrow (13 July) launch competitions to recruit translators for five languages. The move will be followed a week later by similar moves to find interpreters for five tongues as the EU bids to address impending staff … [Link]

Serbian president attends Srebrenica commemoration

Posted 8 weeks ago
In a bold gesture of reconciliation, Serbian President Boris Tadić attended a ceremony marking the 15th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide in Bosnia yesterday (11 July), where thousands of Muslims were massacred by Serbs back in 1995. [Link]

Tories get EU diplomatic service off the ground

Posted 8 weeks ago
William Hague's instructions to the European Conservatives and Reformists group in the European Parliament, in which the British Tories sit, were decisive in securing a crucial positive vote on the European External Action Service (EEAS), EurActiv has learned. [Link]

Ministers discuss plans to prop up banks

Posted 8 weeks ago
How Europe's banks will raise more capital and how their governments will help plug large holes in banks' books will be the main focus of ministerial talks in Brussels this week. [Link]

EU wants to put GMO dispute to an end

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Commission will tomorrow (13 July) propose an overhaul of the EU's policy for approving genetically modified (GM) crops, which will allow countries more freedom to ban cultivation on their territory while retaining an EU-wide authorisation system. [Link]

Brussels launches plan to avert future bank runs

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Commission will today (12 July) propose a series of measures to protect savers from the risk of failure in a move aimed at restoring confidence in the banking system and preventing public panic during financial storms. [Link]

Hungary – János Martonyi holds talks in Paris and Brussels – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Hungary – János Martonyi holds talks in Paris and BrusselsISRIA (registration)… financing of the cohesion policy and the common agricultural policy, as well as the possibility of creating a common energy policy coming to the fore. …and more » [Link]

Farm support needs fine-tuning – Times LIVE

Posted 8 weeks ago
Farm support needs fine-tuningTimes LIVE… response of brothers Jean-Marc and Lionel Marachet to the mere mention of the supposed benefits of Europe's much-denigrated Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Poland Agribusiness Report Q3 2010 – Market Research Agency

Posted 8 weeks ago
Poland Agribusiness Report Q3 2010Market Research AgencyPoland's signing of a declaration on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in Warsaw in February indicates it will fight for a strong CAP, but views the …and more » [Link]

Ireland – IFA throw everything they have at mercosur talks – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Ireland – IFA throw everything they have at mercosur talksMeattradenewsdaily (blog)"We are about to embark on serious negotiations about the future of the Common Agricultural Policy post-2013. It would be counterproductive to undermine …and more » [Link]

CAP vision adopted by MEPs – Farmers Guardian

Posted 8 weeks ago
CAP vision adopted by MEPsFarmers GuardianTHE European Parliament has adopted a Scottish MEP's report on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy post 2013. George Lyon's plans for a more …and more » [Link]

Parliament calls on all EU countries to recognise Kosovo

Posted 8 weeks ago
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Ireland – IFA boss should join Greenpeace and PETA – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Ireland – IFA boss should join Greenpeace and PETAMeattradenewsdaily (blog)We are about to embark on serious negotiations about the future of the Common Agricultural Policy post 2013 and it would be counterproductive to undermine …and more » [Link]

Facebook users to ask Government for increased Farmville subsidies – NewsArse (satire)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Facebook users to ask Government for increased Farmville subsidiesNewsArse (satire)… further Farmville subsidies by people so far removed from reality they appear to believe they are actually affected by the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Trade; Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA); Farm Bill (Nutrition Issues); Biofuels; Climate Issues; and Food Prices

Posted 8 weeks ago
Trade Edward Luce reported earlier this week at the Financial Times Online that, “Barack Obama on Wednesday set up a high-level panel of American chief executives in his effort to double US exports over the next five years, even as … [Link]

Di Rupo takes lead in Belgium coalition talks

Posted 8 weeks ago
King Albert II has appointed the leader of the French-speaking socialist party, Elio Di Rupo, to lead talks on forming a new government in Belgium after his Dutch-speaking rival Bart De Wever ended an exploratory mission yesterday (8 July). [Link]

Assertive Parliament ratifies EU-US anti-terror deal

Posted 8 weeks ago
After rejecting an earlier version in February, the European Parliament approved a revised EU-US bank-data sharing deal yesterday (8 July), asserting its new-found role in the EU's institutional power game under the Lisbon Treaty. [Link]

Radičová's cabinet takes office in Slovakia

Posted 8 weeks ago
Slovak President Ivan Gašparovič appointed Iveta Radičová on 8 July as prime minister after four centre-right opposition parties managed to form a coalition following June elections. The new government takes office today. [Link]

Belgium to push 'sustainable materials' initiative

Posted 8 weeks ago
The Belgian EU Presidency wants to clean up industrial processes in Europe by promoting a "cradle-to-cradle" approach to resource management in the manufacturing sector, EurActiv has learned. [Link]

EU trade chief makes case for Mercosur deal

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Union's trade chief talked up the benefits of a possible deal with Latin America's Mercosur region on Thursday (8 July), facing down strong opposition from environmentalists, farmers and lawmakers. [Link]

EU to promote SME exports

Posted 8 weeks ago
A new EU study reveals that small firms which trade internationally create more jobs and are more innovative. However, just one in four SMEs has exported in the last three years, prompting the European Commission to promote "internationalisation" in its … [Link]

Oettinger backs EU-wide renewables feed-in tariff

Posted 8 weeks ago
Speaking in Brussels yesterday (8 July), European Energy Commissioner Günther Oettinger said the EU would need a harmonised feed-in tariff to boost investment in solar power and other renewable energies. His comments came as the parliament in his native Germany … [Link]

Éamon Gilmore interviewed – Village

Posted 8 weeks ago
VillageÉamon Gilmore interviewedVillageThe reform of the Common Agricultural Policy provides us with an opportunity to become a food basket for Europe and the wider world. … [Link]

Lyon roars as EU doffs cap to plans for reform – Scotsman

Posted 8 weeks ago
Lyon roars as EU doffs cap to plans for reformScotsmanAS WAS widely expected, the European Parliament meeting in Strasbourg yesterday gave overwhelming support to the common agricultural policy …and more » [Link]

agriculture EU lawmakers oppose reform malaysia Interest up as growth speeds … – Business Report

Posted 8 weeks ago
agriculture EU lawmakers oppose reform malaysia Interest up as growth speeds …Business ReportThe common agricultural policy (CAP) consumes 40 percent of the bloc's e120 billion (R1.15 trillion) annual budget, and is a prime target for those wishing … [Link]

EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reform – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reformBalkans.com Business NewsThe common agricultural policy (CAP) currently consumes about 40 percent of the bloc's 120 billion euro ($151.2 billion) annual budget, and is a prime …and more » [Link]

Report is backed on future of a fairer, greener sustainable CAP – Herald Scotland

Posted 8 weeks ago
Report is backed on future of a fairer, greener sustainable CAPHerald Scotland… has received the overwhelming backing of the European Parliament for his report that sets out the future reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

European Parliament poises two clear positions in battle for agriculture subsidies – MercoPress

Posted 8 weeks ago
MercoPressEuropean Parliament poises two clear positions in battle for agriculture subsidiesMercoPressMembers of the European Parliament have set out their list of demands regarding the future shape of the EU common agricultural policy (CAP), insisting that …and more » [Link]

European Parliament poises two clear positions in battle for agriculture subsidies – MercoPress

Posted 8 weeks ago
MercoPressEuropean Parliament poises two clear positions in battle for agriculture subsidiesMercoPressMembers of the European Parliament have set out their list of demands regarding the future shape of the EU common agricultural policy (CAP), insisting that …and more » [Link]

Parliament sets out demands on CAP reform – EUobserver.com

Posted 8 weeks ago
Parliament sets out demands on CAP reformEUobserver.comEUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS – MEPs have set out their list of demands regarding the future shape of the EU's common agricultural policy (CAP), insisting that EU …and more » [Link]

EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reform – Vision Insights and New Horizons

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reformVision Insights and New HorizonsThe common agricultural policy (CAP) currently consumes about 40 percent of the bloc's 120 billion euro ($151.2 billion) annual budget, and is a prime …and more » [Link]

Parliament sets out demands on CAP reform – EUobserver.com

Posted 8 weeks ago
Parliament sets out demands on CAP reformEUobserver.comEUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS – MEPs have set out their list of demands regarding the future shape of the EU's common agricultural policy (CAP), insisting that EU …and more » [Link]

EU: Parliament takes conservative stance on CAP reform – just-food.com (subscription)

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU: Parliament takes conservative stance on CAP reformjust-food.com (subscription)The European Parliament has staked out a conservative political position in the oncoming debate over reforms to the EU's Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

MEPs urge reform of the CAP – BBC News

Posted 8 weeks ago
MEPs urge reform of the CAPBBC NewsThe European Commission has been warned not to return to protectionism during a debate on 8 July on reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). … [Link]

EU: Parliament takes conservative stance on CAP reform – just-food.com (subscription)

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU: Parliament takes conservative stance on CAP reformjust-food.com (subscription)The European Parliament has staked out a conservative political position in the oncoming debate over reforms to the EU's Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cuts – Irish Examiner

Posted 8 weeks ago
McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cutsIrish ExaminerThe budget that Ireland gets from the EU Common Agricultural Policy must be maintained, according to Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness. …and more » [Link]

McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cuts – IrishExaminer.com

Posted 8 weeks ago
McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cutsIrishExaminer.comThe budget that Ireland gets from the EU Common Agricultural Policy must be maintained, according to Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness. …and more » [Link]

McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cuts – BreakingNews.ie

Posted 8 weeks ago
McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cutsBreakingNews.ieThe budget that Ireland gets from the EU Common Agricultural Policy must be maintained, according to Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness. …and more » [Link]

McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cuts – Irish Examiner

Posted 8 weeks ago
McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cutsIrish ExaminerThe budget that Ireland gets from the EU Common Agricultural Policy must be maintained, according to Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness. … [Link]

McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cuts – IrishExaminer.com

Posted 8 weeks ago
McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cutsIrishExaminer.comThe budget that Ireland gets from the EU Common Agricultural Policy must be maintained, according to Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness. … [Link]

McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cuts – BreakingNews.ie

Posted 8 weeks ago
McGuinness pledges to oppose CAP budget cutsBreakingNews.ieThe budget that Ireland gets from the EU Common Agricultural Policy must be maintained, according to Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness. … [Link]

EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reform – Forex Pros

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reformForex ProsThe common agricultural policy (CAP) currently consumes about 40 percent of the bloc's 120 billion euro ($151.2 billion) annual budget, and is a prime … [Link]

EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reform – Forexyard

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU lawmakers oppose radical farm policy reformForexyardThe common agricultural policy (CAP) currently consumes about 40 percent of the bloc's 120 billion euro ($151.2 billion) annual budget, and is a prime …and more » [Link]

Turkish parties lock horns ahead of referendum

Posted 8 weeks ago
The Turkish government avoided early elections yesterday (7 July) when judges approved its proposed constitutional reforms. However, the changes will need to be approved in a referendum, with the main opposition party already campaigning against them. EurActiv Turkey contributed to … [Link]

CAP reform can 'commence in earnest' – SNP (press release)

Posted 8 weeks ago
CAP reform can 'commence in earnest'SNP (press release)I particularly like the very clear reference in the report that food production is the primary purpose of the common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Parliament vote seals ban on illegal timber

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Parliament yesterday (7 July) backed a compromise to close EU markets to illegal timber. [Link]

Parliament debates anti-crisis role of EU regional funds

Posted 8 weeks ago
MEPs earlier this week (6 July) called for more flexible and "intelligent" use of EU structural funds in European regions. While some MEPs believe they can act as a key anti-recession measure, others prefer not to explicitly link regional funds … [Link]

EU regulators keeping close eye on Google

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU regulators are taking a hard look at allegations of anti-competitive behaviour in Internet search services amid concerns that dominant players may be abusing their position, Europe's antitrust chief said on Wednesday (7 July). [Link]

Bulgaria backs Russian pipeline after ‘brotherly’ visit

Posted 8 weeks ago
Russia's threat to exclude Bulgaria from its planned South Stream gas pipeline has worked, Russian daily Kommersant wrote yesterday (7 July), as a Moscow envoy obtained Sofia's consent for a ''roadmap'' to speed up the Kremlin-favoured project. The USA reacted … [Link]

MEPs launch campaign for greater flexibility for future EU budget – European Voice

Posted 8 weeks ago
MEPs launch campaign for greater flexibility for future EU budgetEuropean VoiceShe said the committee would study what spending programmes the EU should focus on in the years ahead, including the Common Agricultural Policy, …and more » [Link]

Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA); Farm Bill; Food Safety; Trade; Animal Ag; Biofuels; EPA; and Climate Issues

Posted 8 weeks ago
Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA) Recall that Jerry Hagstrom recently reported that, “USDA Risk Management Agency Administrator Bill Murphy said June 30 that his agency has sent crop insurance companies a revised final offer of a new standard reinsurance agreement and … [Link]

Agriculture in the national news – July 8 – Farmers Guardian (blog)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Agriculture in the national news – July 8Farmers Guardian (blog)LATER today, the European Parliament will make its mind up on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy but in the run up to this event, the architect of …and more … [Link]

Edgeworthstown man loses out on EU job – Longford Leader

Posted 8 weeks ago
Edgeworthstown man loses out on EU jobLongford Leader"Never has it been a more crucial time for farmers to have their concerns raised especially when the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is up for reform and … [Link]

The environment needs sustainable farming – European Voice

Posted 8 weeks ago
The environment needs sustainable farmingEuropean Voice… June) in which he criticises the European Parliament's agriculture committee's vote on my report on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

EU lawmakers approve tough caps on bank bonuses

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Parliament approved the world's toughest curbs on bank bonuses yesterday (7 July) as part of wider efforts to limit risk in a sector shored up by taxpayers. . [Link]

Parliament calls for EU ban on cloning for food

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Parliament reiterated its opposition to meat and milk produced from cloned animals yesterday (7 July), piling pressure on the European Commission to ban food produced in this way. [Link]

Parliament approves Industrial Emissions Directive

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Parliament yesterday (7 July) endorsed a new directive strengthening pollution limits that industrial installations will have to comply with. [Link]

Commission treads carefully on pension reform

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Commission yesterday (7 July) launched its long-awaited 'Green Paper' on EU pension reform, but wary officials were at pains not to prescribe solutions to EU member states, where the issue is likely to spark controversies in coming years. [Link]

WHO set to declare end of flu pandemic

Posted 8 weeks ago
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is expected to downgrade the H1N1 influenza pandemic when its emergency committee meets later this month, WHO Regional Director for Europe Zsuzsanna Jakab told EurActiv in an interview. [Link]

Parliament green-lights Iceland's EU accession bid

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Parliament has welcomed the prospect of Iceland joining the EU in the near future but also called on the country to cease all whaling as a prerequisite, in a resolution adopted on Wednesday (7 July). [Link]

Oettinger proposes deepwater drilling moratorium

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Union should consider a moratorium on new deepwater drilling for oil until a probe is completed into the causes of BP's spill in the Gulf of Mexico, Europe's energy chief said on yesterday (7 July). [Link]

My mission statement for future of farming in the national interest – Irish Examiner

Posted 8 weeks ago
My mission statement for future of farming in the national interestIrish ExaminerThe Common Agricultural Policy has defined the market for agriculture. EU subsidies, rather than livestock, have been farmed for the past two decades. …and more » [Link]

My mission statement for future of farming in the national interest – IrishExaminer.com

Posted 8 weeks ago
My mission statement for future of farming in the national interestIrishExaminer.comThe Common Agricultural Policy has defined the market for agriculture. EU subsidies, rather than livestock, have been farmed for the past two decades. …and more » [Link]

N.Ireland – UFU should realize it never hurts to talk – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 8 weeks ago
N.Ireland – UFU should realize it never hurts to talkMeattradenewsdaily (blog)The two presidents held a bi-lateral meeting during the visit to the Irish Farm Centre where the review of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and animal …and more » [Link]

D Day for future of European farm policy – Scotsman

Posted 8 weeks ago
D Day for future of European farm policyScotsmanLATER today, the European Parliament will make its mind up on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy but in the run up to this …and more » [Link]

EU lawmaker predicts cut in farm spending-INTERVIEW – Forexyard

Posted 8 weeks ago
EU lawmaker predicts cut in farm spending-INTERVIEWForexyardDespite that, the assembly is likely to demand on Thursday, in a report setting out its negotiating position, that the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) …and more » [Link]

Lords EU Sub-committee D hears from Dr Gerben Janse, Swedish Forestry Agency – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Lords EU Sub-committee D hears from Dr Gerben Janse, Swedish Forestry AgencyDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)The Common Agricultural Policy had been useful for rural development funding which had supported training among forest managers, however, it should not be … [Link]

Farm leader slams EU omission as "ridiculous" – Longford Leader

Posted 8 weeks ago
Farm leader slams EU omission as "ridiculous"Longford Leader"Never has it been a more crucial time for farmers to have their concerns raised especially when the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is up for reform and … [Link]

All island opposition to Mercosur Trade Talks – Offaly Express

Posted 8 weeks ago
All island opposition to Mercosur Trade TalksOffaly Express… the review of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and animal health issues were also discussed. pledged to secure a properly-funded Common Agricultural …and more » [Link]

Counterfeit medicines: A growing health threat

Posted 8 weeks ago
The dangers of fake medicines are due to be addressed in upcoming EU legislation but an international solution may be needed to solve a problem with global implications. [Link]

MEP calls for declassification of UFO files

Posted 8 weeks ago
Secret UFO files held by EU member states should be declassified and made available to the European public, according to Italian Northern League MEP Mario Borghezio, who is set to present a written declaration on the issue at the European … [Link]

MEPs mull plan to limit youth unemployment to four months

Posted 8 weeks ago
Amid the economic crisis, the European Parliament yesterday (6 July) adopted a resolution calling for a 'European Youth Guarantee' to make sure that unemployed young people do not remain without jobless for over four months. [Link]

Animal Ag (Antibiotics, HSUS- Ohio); Trade; Biofuels; Climate Issues; and Ag Economy

Posted 8 weeks ago
Animal Agriculture: Antibiotics Sally Schuff reported on Monday at Feedstuffs Online that, “A draft guidance issued last week by the Food & Drug Administration [transcript of media briefing] sets out two key principles the agency expects will underpin future policy … [Link]

Parliament mellows on EU diplomatic service

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European External Action Service (EEAS) is to become official after the summer recess and start recruiting in autumn, it became clear after a key European Parliament committee gave its green light yesterday (6 July) to the EU's diplomatic service. [Link]

Spain bids to ‘overcome’ EU position on Cuba

Posted 8 weeks ago
Only a week after the end of its EU presidency, Spain has advocated "overcoming" the EU's common position on Cuba, which makes cooperation with the island's communist regime conditional on improvements in human rights and political freedom. [Link]

Parliament to back new EU-US data-sharing deal

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Parliament is tomorrow (8 July) expected to rubber-stamp a revised EU-US agreement on bank data-sharing, called 'SWIFT', that is set to give significant new powers of oversight to US anti-terror investigators. Some MEPs feel, however, that the ongoing … [Link]

EU countries 'dragging their feet' on bank supervision

Posted 8 weeks ago
Plans to set up new European supervisors of banks have been put on the back-burner as member states continue to haggle over a litany of reforms which would see Brussels have more influence over the way banking is carried out … [Link]

Parliament calls for EU biowaste directive

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European Commission should draft specific EU legislation to introduce compulsory recycling of biowaste, including garden residue and food waste from restaurants and food processing units, the European Parliament said yesterday (6 July). [Link]

EU passenger rights extended to boats, not buses

Posted 8 weeks ago
After air and rail, European citizens travelling by boat will be entitled to reimbursement and other compensation as of 2012 in case of cancellation or delays of more than 90 minutes, following a vote in the European Parliament yesterday (6 … [Link]

Transparency in scale of subsidies – Aberdeen Press and Journal

Posted 8 weeks ago
Transparency in scale of subsidiesAberdeen Press and Journal… member states to disclose in precise detail just how £46.32billion has been distributed from the Common Agricultural Policy to 7.951million recipients. … [Link]

Farm co-operative reaps almost £10m in EU subsidy – Aberdeen Press and Journal

Posted 8 weeks ago
Farm co-operative reaps almost £10m in EU subsidyAberdeen Press and Journal… organisations which were each given more than 1million euros – £909300 at agricultural exchange rates – from the Common Agricultural Policy last year. … [Link]

Parliament mellows on EEAS

Posted 8 weeks ago
The European External Action Service (EEAS) is to become official after the summer recess and start recruiting in autumn, it became clear after a key European Parliament committee gave its green light yesterday (6 July) to the EU's diplomatic service. [Link]

Belgium foresees RoHS, WEEE deals in October – ENDS Europe (subscription)

Posted 8 weeks ago
Belgium foresees RoHS, WEEE deals in OctoberENDS Europe (subscription)Agriculture ministers will discuss the future of the Common Agricultural Policy from October and the commission will brief them on GMOs.and more » [Link]

September date set for Ciolos's Irish visit – Irish Independent

Posted 8 weeks ago
September date set for Ciolos's Irish visitIrish IndependentMeanwhile, a total of 5474 valid submissions from stakeholders on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) have been received by the EU Commission … [Link]

Future of farms in spotlight – Teesdale Mercury

Posted 8 weeks ago
Future of farms in spotlightTeesdale MercuryDr Burgess said new funding schemes were required as part of the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) from 2013. The report, which looked at all … [Link]

Bronislaw Komorowski faces a tough tactical choice – U.TV

Posted 8 weeks ago
Bronislaw Komorowski faces a tough tactical choiceU.TVAs the race tightened, Komorowski pointed to David Cameron's criticism of the common agricultural policy and accused Kaczynski of acting against Polish …and more » [Link]

Bronislaw Komorowski faces a tough tactical choice – The Guardian

Posted 8 weeks ago
The GuardianBronislaw Komorowski faces a tough tactical choiceThe GuardianAs the race tightened, Komorowski pointed to David Cameron's criticism of the common agricultural policy and accused Kaczynski of acting against Polish …and more » [Link]

NFU hits back at strongly-worded attack by the Guardian on CAP – Horticulture Week

Posted 8 weeks ago
NFU hits back at strongly-worded attack by the Guardian on CAPHorticulture WeekNFU defended the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after the 5 July editorial headlined 'Rotten but here to stay', which suggested it be replaced by smaller, … [Link]

Red Wedge: Europe and Labour – Progress Magazine

Posted 8 weeks ago
Red Wedge: Europe and LabourProgress MagazineThis government will be surely tested on the EU budget, the external action service and the common agricultural policy. The prime minister will have to face …and more » [Link]

Hungary’s banks reeling after government tax

Posted 8 weeks ago
Hungarian banks warned that a bank tax put forward by the country's government would only harm the sector, which has proven to be viable even in the worst periods of the economic crisis. EurActiv Hungary reports. [Link]

Van Rompuy's Balkan visit focuses on Kosovo

Posted 8 weeks ago
On his first tour of the Western Balkan, European Council President Herman Van Rompuy condemned the recent violence in Kosovo and called for restraint and dialogue. An extraordinary session of the UN Security Council will be held on the matter … [Link]

Farm Policy: Perceptions and Perspectives; Animal Ag; Trade; and Climate Issues

Posted 9 weeks ago
Farm Policy: Perceptions and Perspectives Ana Radelat of the Capitol News Connection reported on Friday that, “With bare-knuckle fights over ethanol, lawmakers fiercely defensive of local crop programs and the Department of Agriculture in the bull’s eye for budget cutters, … [Link]

EU orders review of agri-environment schemes – Public Service

Posted 9 weeks ago
EU orders review of agri-environment schemesPublic Service… spending and for every £4 spent by the UK government on agri-environment schemes, an additional £6 is allocated from the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

EU, US try to defuse Turkey-Israeli tensions

Posted 9 weeks ago
Tensions between Turkey and Israel escalated yesterday (5 July), as Ankara warned it would cut ties with the Jewish state unless it apologises for a deadly attack on a humanitarian flotilla on its way to Gaza or accepts an international … [Link]

ECB backs treaty change for EU's 'economic government'

Posted 9 weeks ago
The European Central Bank is asking EU finance ministers to consider changing the Lisbon Treaty in order to strengthen the European Commission's hand in punishing countries for falling out of line with the bloc's debt targets. [Link]

China to host climate talks before Mexico meeting

Posted 9 weeks ago
China will host an extra round of international negotiations in October aimed at fostering agreement over a new climate treaty, the United Nations' top environment official said in remarks published on Monday. [Link]

UK coalition launches shake-up of political system

Posted 9 weeks ago
Britain's coalition government announced wide-ranging political reforms Monday (5 July), starting with a referendum on the voting system that will test the cohesion of the governing Conservatives and Liberal Democrats, but also put an end to a practice which has … [Link]

Brussels puts EU retail sector under scrutiny

Posted 9 weeks ago
Problems in the retail sector are preventing consumers from benefiting from wider choice at supermarkets and local stores, the European Commission said yesterday (5 July), paving the way for regulatory measures to be proposed in October. [Link]

The start of normalisation – istockAnalyst.com (press release)

Posted 9 weeks ago
The start of normalisationistockAnalyst.com (press release)Despite that, cross-Border co-operation has continued in terms of animal health strategies and a review of the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

The start of normalisation – Irish Times

Posted 9 weeks ago
The start of normalisationIrish TimesDespite that, cross-Border co-operation has continued in terms of animal health strategies and a review of the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Call for a cap on EU farm subsidies – The Guardian

Posted 9 weeks ago
Call for a cap on EU farm subsidiesThe GuardianYour editorial on the common agricultural policy (5 July) picked out some of the beneficiaries in the French Caribbean (Martinique and Guadeloupe). … [Link]

Hungary – János Martonyi negotiates in Bucharest – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Hungary – János Martonyi negotiates in BucharestISRIA (registration)Developing energy policy, in both regional and EU frameworks, a common agricultural policy and the European Danube Strategy are also specialist areas in … [Link]

The real meaning of policing budget cuts – The Periscope Post

Posted 9 weeks ago
The Periscope PostThe real meaning of policing budget cutsThe Periscope Post“Everybody agrees the €50bn a year common agricultural policy is rotten. Everybody, in public, promises reform,” opined The Guardian. … [Link]

Highly-regarded economist returns to Slovak politics

Posted 9 weeks ago
The four centre-right parties which together won a majority in Slovakia's 12 June election agreed on Saturday (3 July) to form a coalition, with fiscal hawk Ivan Miklos returning as finance minister. [Link]

US in fresh push to solve 'frozen conflict' in EU neighbourhood

Posted 9 weeks ago
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said yesterday (4 July) it was a US priority to help Armenia and Azerbaijan settle the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and urged them to refrain from violence over the separatist region. [Link]

Crashing on the rocks of Europe – Progress Magazine

Posted 9 weeks ago
Crashing on the rocks of EuropeProgress MagazineThat means cuts to the common agricultural policy budget – and no reduction in the UK rebate. I suspect this will be a tough battle for the government to … [Link]

Animal Agriculture (HSUS, Ohio); Farm Bill; Rural Development (Broadband); Biofuels

Posted 9 weeks ago
Animal Agriculture (HSUS, Ohio) Alan Johnson reported late last week at The Columbus Dispatch Online (Ohio) that, “Ohioans will see new standards for raising animals ranging from chickens, hogs and calves to puppies, bears and alligators as part of a … [Link]

UFU and IFA commit to oppose Mercosur talks – Farming Life

Posted 9 weeks ago
UFU and IFA commit to oppose Mercosur talksFarming LifeThe two presidents held a bi-lateral meeting during the visit to the Irish Farm Centre where the review of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and animal … [Link]

Komorowski wins Polish election after dramatic night

Posted 9 weeks ago
After a dramatic night for Polish democracy, Bronisław Komorowski of the ruling liberal-conservative Civic Platform (PO) emerged as the winner in the presidential election run-off, held on Sunday (4 July). EurActiv Poland reports. [Link]

Mayor urges local commitment to ‘Europe 2020’ plan

Posted 9 weeks ago
Local leaders must be given the freedom to create tailor-made solutions for making the 'Europe 2020' growth strategy work, but must likewise take more responsibility for doing so, Lodewijk Asscher, acting Mayor of Amsterdam, told EurActiv in an interview. [Link]

Belgian EU Presidency to push for bank tax deal

Posted 9 weeks ago
Belgium, which took over the European Union's six-month presidency on 1 July, wants an EU deal on a bank tax by the end of the year, Finance Minister Didier Reynders said in a newspaper interview on Sunday (4 July). [Link]

EU countries send assistance to flood-hit Romania

Posted 9 weeks ago
A Belgian convoy departed on Sunday (4 July) to bring pumps, power generators, water purification units and other material to Romania, which requested EU help after the north-eastern part of the country was hit by severe floods, causing 25 deaths. [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)… have declared that they are in favour of cutting the European Commission's proposal for expenditure under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in 2011. …and more » [Link]

Kosovo expects 'balanced' court ruling on status

Posted 9 weeks ago
Pristina expects the decision of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, which is expected shortly, to be "balanced" in terms of recognising Kosovo's sovereignty and in opening the door to further recognition by many more countries, the … [Link]

Entrepreneurs 'forgotten' in EU innovation policy

Posted 9 weeks ago
The EU's approach to innovation policy is too focused on science and research, with too little attention paid to business, according to entrepreneurs. [Link]

The Guardian: Common agricultural policy – rotten but here to stay – Focus News

Posted 9 weeks ago
The Guardian: Common agricultural policy – rotten but here to stayFocus NewsEverybody agrees the EUR 50 billion a year common agricultural policy is rotten. Everybody, in public, promises reform. Everybody, in private, is out for … [Link]

Now eurozone doubts are mainstream – Financial Times

Posted 9 weeks ago
Now eurozone doubts are mainstreamFinancial TimesI spent the 1980s trading in Europe's agricultural commodity markets, witnessing first hand the idiocies of the Common Agricultural Policy, …and more » [Link]

Senate Ag Comm Hearings

Posted 9 weeks ago
June 2010 June 30 – Lincoln Calls for Strong Safety Net for Arkansas Farm Families in First Farm Bill Hearing, Video replay available here. Unofficial FarmPolicy.com transcript of hearing, available here. FarmPolicy.com Summary: A Senate Agriculture Committee news release from … [Link]

Polish presidential election: a welcome end to a strange campaign – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 9 weeks ago
Telegraph.co.ukPolish presidential election: a welcome end to a strange campaignTelegraph.co.uk… to Polish farmers from the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy, a position which probably doesn't sound very "Eurosceptic" to British ears. …and more » [Link]

'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – Pullicino – Malta Independent Online

Posted 9 weeks ago
'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – PullicinoMalta Independent OnlineOn his behalf, EU Commissioner Dacian Ciolos said during the conference that “the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is not just a policy for farmers, … [Link]

Seawater, cardboard and tomatoes equals prosperity – Agrimoney.com

Posted 9 weeks ago
Seawater, cardboard and tomatoes equals prosperityAgrimoney.com"They refused to support me because they thought the technology would undermine the Common Agricultural Policy," he told an agricultural conference in … [Link]

Belgium takes over EU presidency – Feedstuffs

Posted 9 weeks ago
Belgium takes over EU presidencyFeedstuffsEU member governments are in the early stages of talks on what should make up the post 2013 EU Common Agricultural Policy ( CAP ). …and more » [Link]

Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cuts – RTE.ie

Posted 9 weeks ago
Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cutsRTE.ieThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy provides billions of euros in subsidies for food production and accounts for around 40% of total spending by the bloc. …and more » [Link]

Farming to play important role in economic recovery, Donegal IFA hears – Donegal Democrat

Posted 9 weeks ago
Farming to play important role in economic recovery, Donegal IFA hearsDonegal Democrat… being “strong political commitment” to the currency, adding it was important countries like Germany remained “wedded” to a common agricultural policy. … [Link]

EU label aims to boost organic farming – EurActiv

Posted 9 weeks ago
EU label aims to boost organic farmingEurActivWhen the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was created, there was no such thing as organic farming. Organic agriculture received official recognition in …and more » [Link]

Spain confident Romania will take full advantage of European cohesion policy – Financiarul

Posted 9 weeks ago
Spain confident Romania will take full advantage of European cohesion policyFinanciarulFrom the standpoint of Spain, maintaining the European cohesion policy, the Common Agricultural Policy and structural funds is important exactly because the … [Link]

New Mid Wales super dairy inches closer to reality – Daily Post

Posted 9 weeks ago
New Mid Wales super dairy inches closer to realityDaily PostMotivating them is the farmgate price of milk coupled to the uncertainty of the subsidy system post 2013, when the Common Agricultural Policy is up for … [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)… report stating that the existing budget of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) must at least be maintained after the start of the 2013 funding period. …and more » [Link]

Ireland – Valid concerns over quantity and not quality of beef imports – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Ireland – Valid concerns over quantity and not quality of beef importsMeattradenewsdaily (blog)John Bryan and John Thompson pledged to secure a properly-funded Common Agricultural Policy that continues to support active farmers post-2013. …and more » [Link]

Belgium takes over EU presidency – Feedstuffs

Posted 9 weeks ago
Belgium takes over EU presidencyFeedstuffsEU member governments are in the early stages of talks on what should make up the post 2013 EU Common Agricultural Policy ( CAP ). …and more » [Link]

Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cuts – RTE.ie

Posted 9 weeks ago
Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cutsRTE.ieThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy provides billions of euros in subsidies for food production and accounts for around 40% of total spending by the bloc. …and more » [Link]

EU label aims to boost organic farming – EurActiv

Posted 9 weeks ago
EU label aims to boost organic farmingEurActivWhen the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was created, there was no such thing as organic farming. Organic agriculture received official recognition in …and more » [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Forex Pros

Posted 9 weeks ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksForex ProsReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOX – Forexyard

Posted 9 weeks ago
Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOXForexyardReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic Freedom – Jakarta Globe

Posted 9 weeks ago
World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic FreedomJakarta Globe… labor unions in an effort to protect their domestic rapeseed oil production (which is itself subsidized through the EU's Common Agricultural Policy). …and more » [Link]

V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in Budapest – Budapest Business Journal

Posted 9 weeks ago
V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in BudapestBudapest Business JournalFarm ministers of the Visegrád Four plus Bulgaria, Romania and Slovenia discussed the future of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

EU considering income insurance for farmers – EurActiv

Posted 9 weeks ago
EU considering income insurance for farmersEurActiv… just 50% of those in other sectors, with two-thirds of farmers' earnings provided by direct payments under the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated' – ENDS Europe (subscription)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated'ENDS Europe (subscription)In a resolution on the future of the EU's common agricultural policy (CAP) adopted by the European Parliament's agriculture committee on Wednesday, … [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – The Guardian

Posted 9 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesThe Guardian… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Ireland – Dialogue breaks down and war begins – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Ireland – Dialogue breaks down and war beginsMeattradenewsdaily (blog)Meanwhile, the review of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and animal health issues were also discussed at yesterday's IFA-UFU meeting in Dublin. …and more » [Link]

Seawater, cardboard and tomatoes equals prosperity – Agrimoney.com

Posted 9 weeks ago
Seawater, cardboard and tomatoes equals prosperityAgrimoney.com"They refused to support me because they thought the technology would undermine the Common Agricultural Policy," he told an agricultural conference in … [Link]

Ukrainian energy group eyes greater Brussels presence

Posted 9 weeks ago
Ukrainian companies want to step up their presence in Brussels as policymakers draft an Association Agreement that will frame relations between the EU and Kyiv in the coming years, a representative of a large energy company told EurActiv. [Link]

Merkel presidential debacle signals policy changes

Posted 9 weeks ago
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's government called for unity yesterday (1 July) after rebels forced a humiliating vote over the presidency that could lead to a watering down of her austerity package. EurActiv Germany contributed to this article. [Link]

Financial Reform (Chairman Peterson Interview); Farm Bill Issues; and Climate Issues

Posted 9 weeks ago
Financial Reform: FarmPolicy.com Interview with Chairman Peterson Recall that on Wednesday the House passed financial reform legislation to refurbish the nation’s financial regulatory system. Yesterday, FarmPolicy.com spoke with House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson (D-Minn.) about his early role in … [Link]

Industry talks up gas as solution to EU’s energy challenges

Posted 9 weeks ago
Europe should turn to natural gas in its search for the affordable and reliable energy sources of the future, energy company representatives said at the European Business Summit (EBS) yesterday (1 July). [Link]

Hague wants greater British influence in EU

Posted 9 weeks ago
Britain's new government will work to increase the country's influence in the European Union and strengthen ties with emerging economic giants Brazil, India and China, Foreign Secretary William Hague said on Thursday (1 July). [Link]

EU seeks to break patent translation deadlock

Posted 9 weeks ago
Innovative companies could see a dramatic reduction in the cost of patenting new inventions, if a controversial European Commission plan is adopted by EU governments. The new rules could pave the way for a single European patent to be issued … [Link]

Commission puts focus on skills ‘laggards’

Posted 9 weeks ago
In-company training will be a key step towards realising the European Commission's 'New Skills for New Jobs' plan, according to EU Employment Commissioner László Andor. [Link]

EU to publish 'sugar-coated' stress tests for banks

Posted 9 weeks ago
Stress tests due to be released in the month of July are unlikely to reveal the true extent of possible insolvencies among European banks, according to policymakers and financial analysts. [Link]

Van Rompuy readies ‘smart sanctions’ to restore euro confidence

Posted 9 weeks ago
European Council President Herman Van Rompuy has shed light on the ambitions of his task force on economic governance, which has been entrusted by EU leaders with proposing sanctions for countries that break public debt and deficit limits. [Link]

Belgium takes over EU presidency – Feedstuffs

Posted 9 weeks ago
Belgium takes over EU presidencyFeedstuffsEU member governments are in the early stages of talks on what should make up the post 2013 EU Common Agricultural Policy ( CAP ). …and more » [Link]

Belgium takes over EU presidency – Feedstuffs

Posted 9 weeks ago
Belgium takes over EU presidencyFeedstuffsEU member governments are in the early stages of talks on what should make up the post 2013 EU Common Agricultural Policy ( CAP ). …and more » [Link]

Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cuts – RTE.ie

Posted 9 weeks ago
Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cutsRTE.ieThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy provides billions of euros in subsidies for food production and accounts for around 40% of total spending by the bloc. …and more » [Link]

Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cuts – RTE.ie

Posted 9 weeks ago
Agriculture Commissioner rejects fund cutsRTE.ieThe EU's Common Agricultural Policy provides billions of euros in subsidies for food production and accounts for around 40% of total spending by the bloc. …and more » [Link]

EU label aims to boost organic farming – EurActiv

Posted 9 weeks ago
EU label aims to boost organic farmingEurActivWhen the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was created, there was no such thing as organic farming. Organic agriculture received official recognition in …and more » [Link]

EU label aims to boost organic farming – EurActiv

Posted 9 weeks ago
EU label aims to boost organic farmingEurActivWhen the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) was created, there was no such thing as organic farming. Organic agriculture received official recognition in …and more » [Link]

EU label aims to boost organic farming

Posted 9 weeks ago
The European Commission hopes that new EU rules, including the new organic logo 'Euro-Leaf', will enhance consumer confidence in organic food and boost the sector across Europe. [Link]

Slovakia's new government to set tone of climate policies

Posted 9 weeks ago
The incoming Slovak government will have to define national targets based on the EU's 20/20/20 climate and energy goals. A clear national climate strategy is lacking so far, as is the clear attribution of primary institutional responsibility in this area. … [Link]

Farming to play important role in economic recovery, Donegal IFA hears – Donegal Democrat

Posted 9 weeks ago
Farming to play important role in economic recovery, Donegal IFA hearsDonegal Democrat… being “strong political commitment” to the currency, adding it was important countries like Germany remained “wedded” to a common agricultural policy. … [Link]

Farm Bill; Biofuels-Climate Issues; Trade; Acreage Report; and Financial Reform

Posted 9 weeks ago
Farm Bill: Senate Hearing A Senate Agriculture Committee news release from yesterday stated that, “U.S. Senator Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today called for strengthening the safety net for family farmers … [Link]

Belgian EU Presidency 'will be Van Rompuy's'

Posted 9 weeks ago
Political problems linked to the formation of a new government will plague the Belgian EU Presidency, giving permanent Council President Herman Van Rompuy a unique opportunity to take charge of the EU's agenda, political science professor Pascal Delwit told EurActiv … [Link]

Spain confident Romania will take full advantage of European cohesion policy – Financiarul

Posted 9 weeks ago
Spain confident Romania will take full advantage of European cohesion policyFinanciarulFrom the standpoint of Spain, maintaining the European cohesion policy, the Common Agricultural Policy and structural funds is important exactly because the … [Link]

New Mid Wales super dairy inches closer to reality – Daily Post

Posted 9 weeks ago
New Mid Wales super dairy inches closer to realityDaily PostMotivating them is the farmgate price of milk coupled to the uncertainty of the subsidy system post 2013, when the Common Agricultural Policy is up for … [Link]

WTO panel slams EU aid for Airbus

Posted 9 weeks ago
World Trade Organisation judges gave the European Union a stinging rebuke on Wednesday (30 June), saying the EU must axe prohibited export subsidies to plane-maker Airbus which had injured US rival Boeing. [Link]

Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy Pharmaceuticals – Linex Legal (registration)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Hogan Lovells > Food Consumer Policy PharmaceuticalsLinex Legal (registration)… report stating that the existing budget of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) must at least be maintained after the start of the 2013 funding period. …and more » [Link]

Brussels tables new economic governance plans

Posted 9 weeks ago
The European Commission yesterday (30 June) presented its latest proposal to strengthen the Stability and Growth Pact after the Greek crisis had exposed the weaknesses of the EU's budgetary surveillance system, proposing to cut EU farm payouts for countries found … [Link]

EU capitals miss deadline for renewable action plans

Posted 9 weeks ago
The vast majority of EU member states will deliver their national renewable energy action plans (NREAPs) late as only two had landed on the European Commission's desk by midday yesterday (30 June), the day of the deadline. [Link]

Venture capital market has ‘hit the bottom’

Posted 9 weeks ago
Europe's fledgling venture capital market has hit a ''trough'' and needs public money to stimulate its return to growth, according to the European Investment Fund – the EU's long-term investment body. EurActiv reports from the European Business Summit (EBS) in … [Link]

EU close to slashing bankers' bonuses

Posted 9 weeks ago
Bankers' bonuses in the EU could be capped at 30% of their salaries, rising to as much as 20% for higher salary bands, according to a possible deal struck by MEPs and EU member states late on Tuesday evening (29 … [Link]

New hope for stalled world trade talks

Posted 9 weeks ago
A robust rebound in world trade and political progress at the G20 have set the stage for a renewed push to agree a global trade deal, according to top-ranking officials from the EU, US and China. EurActiv reports from the … [Link]

Füle warns of divergence with Ukraine, Turkey

Posted 9 weeks ago
The European Union should not narrow the scope of its foreign policy cooperation with Turkey and Ukraine at a time when those countries have shown a will to conduct foreign policies that are not necessarily in line with those of … [Link]

Special investigation: Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech … – Daily Mail

Posted 9 weeks ago
Daily MailSpecial investigation: Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech …Daily Mail… and from decisions about reform of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, which could involve both GM and the huge sugar beet industry. …and more » [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Interactive Investor

Posted 9 weeks ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksInteractive InvestorReforms in the sector have been relatively slow and institutional capacity to become part of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy is lagging. … [Link]

Ireland – Valid concerns over quantity and not quality of beef imports – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Ireland – Valid concerns over quantity and not quality of beef importsMeattradenewsdaily (blog)John Bryan and John Thompson pledged to secure a properly-funded Common Agricultural Policy that continues to support active farmers post-2013. …and more » [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Forex Pros

Posted 9 weeks ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksForex ProsReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOX – Forexyard

Posted 9 weeks ago
Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOXForexyardReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Austerity drive poses 'huge danger' to the CAP – Fischer Boel – AgraNet (subscription)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Austerity drive poses 'huge danger' to the CAP – Fischer BoelAgraNet (subscription)… could spell the first steps towards the "end of the Common Agricultural Policy", former Agriculture Commissioner Mariann Fischer Boel warned last week. … [Link]

World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic Freedom – Jakarta Globe

Posted 9 weeks ago
World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic FreedomJakarta Globe… labor unions in an effort to protect their domestic rapeseed oil production (which is itself subsidized through the EU's Common Agricultural Policy). …and more » [Link]

Payment delays hampering Fenland farmers – Cambs 24

Posted 9 weeks ago
Cambs 24Payment delays hampering Fenland farmersCambs 24Agricultural businesses in Wisbech and March get hand outs from the Government when they sign up to the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Payment delays hampering Fenland farmers – Wisbech Standard

Posted 9 weeks ago
Wisbech StandardPayment delays hampering Fenland farmersWisbech StandardAgricultural businesses in Wisbech and March get hand outs from the Government when they sign up to the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Payment delays hampering Fenland farmers – Cambs Times 24

Posted 9 weeks ago
Cambs Times 24Payment delays hampering Fenland farmersCambs Times 24Agricultural businesses in Wisbech and March get hand outs from the Government when they sign up to the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Spanish EU Presidency – Spain manages to achieve a consensus on the the basis … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Spanish EU Presidency – Spain manages to achieve a consensus on the the basis …ISRIA (registration)Espinosa remarked that all the ministers agreed on a series of basic principles for the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy that should be approved … [Link]

A round-up of today's regional news stories in brief – Irish Times

Posted 9 weeks ago
A round-up of today's regional news stories in briefIrish TimesIn a submission to Government on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, it said bureaucracy was stifling administration of funds. … [Link]

Rallying call to new government – Norfolk Eastern Daily Press

Posted 9 weeks ago
Rallying call to new governmentNorfolk Eastern Daily PressWilliam Worsley will call for a government “willing to go to Brussels and fight for a Common Agricultural Policy that is sufficiently well funded to both …and more » [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Forex Pros

Posted 9 weeks ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksForex ProsReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOX – Forexyard

Posted 9 weeks ago
Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOXForexyardReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic Freedom – Jakarta Globe

Posted 9 weeks ago
World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic FreedomJakarta Globe… labor unions in an effort to protect their domestic rapeseed oil production (which is itself subsidized through the EU's Common Agricultural Policy). …and more » [Link]

V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in Budapest – Budapest Business Journal

Posted 9 weeks ago
V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in BudapestBudapest Business JournalFarm ministers of the Visegrád Four plus Bulgaria, Romania and Slovenia discussed the future of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

EU considering income insurance for farmers – EurActiv

Posted 9 weeks ago
EU considering income insurance for farmersEurActiv… just 50% of those in other sectors, with two-thirds of farmers' earnings provided by direct payments under the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated' – ENDS Europe (subscription)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated'ENDS Europe (subscription)In a resolution on the future of the EU's common agricultural policy (CAP) adopted by the European Parliament's agriculture committee on Wednesday, … [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – The Guardian

Posted 9 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesThe Guardian… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – Pullicino – Malta Independent Online

Posted 9 weeks ago
'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – PullicinoMalta Independent OnlineOn his behalf, EU Commissioner Dacian Ciolos said during the conference that “the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is not just a policy for farmers, … [Link]

Public debate on CAP closes – Europolitics.info

Posted 9 weeks ago
Public debate on CAP closesEuropolitics.infoAt midnight on 11 June, the European Commission closes the internet-based public debate on the future of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, launched on 12 …and more » [Link]

European regulators targeting food supply industry – Lexology (registration)

Posted 9 weeks ago
European regulators targeting food supply industryLexology (registration)… expressly acknowledged by the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, and can lead to significant efficiencies and economies of scale, they can also be used as … [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Forex Pros

Posted 9 weeks ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksForex ProsReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Forex Pros

Posted 9 weeks ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksForex ProsReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOX – Forexyard

Posted 9 weeks ago
Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOXForexyardReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOX – Forexyard

Posted 9 weeks ago
Status of Croatia's EU entry talks-FACTBOXForexyardReforms have been relatively slow and Croatia has made little progress preparing institutions to join the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Austerity drive poses 'huge danger' to the CAP – Fischer Boel – AgraNet (subscription)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Austerity drive poses 'huge danger' to the CAP – Fischer BoelAgraNet (subscription)… could spell the first steps towards the "end of the Common Agricultural Policy", former Agriculture Commissioner Mariann Fischer Boel warned last week. … [Link]

Commission wants passengers to know their rights

Posted 9 weeks ago
Ahead of the summer holiday season, the European Commission has launched an EU-wide information campaign to make sure travellers know their rights when taking trains or planes. [Link]

Czechs under fire over EU climate target

Posted 9 weeks ago
Both ecologists and companies investing in renewable energies have criticised the approach of the Czech government towards the 20/20/20 climate goals in the EU's 'Europe 2020' strategy. While ecologists blame the government for loosening rules on energy efficiency in buildings, … [Link]

World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic Freedom – Jakarta Globe

Posted 9 weeks ago
World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic FreedomJakarta Globe… labor unions in an effort to protect their domestic rapeseed oil production (which is itself subsidized through the EU's Common Agricultural Policy). …and more » [Link]

World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic Freedom – Jakarta Globe

Posted 9 weeks ago
World Bank's Strategy for Palm Oil Shouldn't Curtail Economic FreedomJakarta Globe… labor unions in an effort to protect their domestic rapeseed oil production (which is itself subsidized through the EU's Common Agricultural Policy). … [Link]

EU move to break GM deadlock could sow discord

Posted 9 weeks ago
Plans to radically overhaul EU rules on growing genetically modified (GM) crops are welcomed by some as boosting productivity, but others say the move will unleash uncertainty, discord and a deluge of litigation. [Link]

Estonian gardening school grows up with EU help

Posted 9 weeks ago
The Räpina gardening school in Estonia used EU regional funds to expand its infrastructure and improve its unique type of vocational training, an achievement which made the unappealing paperwork worthwhile. EurActiv reports. [Link]

EU mandates standard plug for electric cars

Posted 9 weeks ago
European Commissioner Antonio Tajani yesterday (29 June) gave European standardisation organisations a mandate to develop a common charging system for electric vehicles. [Link]

EU mulls contract law to spur business, consumption

Posted 9 weeks ago
The European Commission is studying ways to abolish contractual hurdles which prevent companies from doing business across borders, according to a paper seen by EurActiv. The most far-reaching option on the table includes ambitious plans to introduce a "full-fledged European … [Link]

Climate Issues; Farm Bill; Ag Economy; Animal Agriculture; Food Safety; Trade; and Financial Reform

Posted 9 weeks ago
Climate Issues John M. Broder reported in today’s New York Times that, “The senators who emerged from a White House meeting with President Obama on energy policy on Tuesday made no effort to paper over the large differences that remain … [Link]

Payment delays hampering Fenland farmers – Cambs 24

Posted 9 weeks ago
Cambs 24Payment delays hampering Fenland farmersCambs 24Agricultural businesses in Wisbech and March get hand outs from the Government when they sign up to the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Payment delays hampering Fenland farmers – Wisbech Standard

Posted 9 weeks ago
Wisbech StandardPayment delays hampering Fenland farmersWisbech StandardAgricultural businesses in Wisbech and March get hand outs from the Government when they sign up to the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Russia presses Bulgaria on nuclear plant

Posted 9 weeks ago
Moscow is pressing Sofia to give its green light to a new nuclear power station to be built by Russian firm Atomstroyexport, with Russia's EU ambassador hinting that Bulgaria's participation in the South Stream pipeline project depends on its decision. … [Link]

Payment delays hampering Fenland farmers – Cambs Times 24

Posted 9 weeks ago
Cambs Times 24Payment delays hampering Fenland farmersCambs Times 24Agricultural businesses in Wisbech and March get hand outs from the Government when they sign up to the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Spanish EU Presidency – Spain manages to achieve a consensus on the the basis … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 9 weeks ago
Spanish EU Presidency – Spain manages to achieve a consensus on the the basis …ISRIA (registration)Espinosa remarked that all the ministers agreed on a series of basic principles for the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy that should be approved … [Link]

Carbon offset auditors get poor grade

Posted 9 weeks ago
Reviewers of carbon-offsetting projects in developing countries under the UN's Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) were given poor grades for the second year in a row by green group WWF. [Link]

Austrians lead debate on bank taxation

Posted 9 weeks ago
Politicians in Austria are weighing up the benefits of a financial transactions tax (FTT) versus a tax on banking assets. Christoph Leitl, head of the country's federal Economy Chamber, tells EurActiv why he thinks an FTT is preferable. [Link]

EU pushes for all-year-round tourist season

Posted 9 weeks ago
To help the European tourist sector recover from a two-year crisis, the European Commission is preparing a number of actions to prolong the tourist season, according to plans due to be presented today (30 June). [Link]

German presidential election tests Merkel's authority

Posted 9 weeks ago
Chancellor Angela Merkel faces a major test of her leadership today (30 June) when she tries to get her government's candidate elected president in a vote usually deemed a procedural sideshow in German politics. [Link]

Brussels dips toe into pension reform debate

Posted 9 weeks ago
In an upcoming discussion paper, the European Commission calls on member states to automatically adapt retirement ages to changing demographic and economic trends in order to avoid potentially heated debates on pension reform. [Link]

A round-up of today's regional news stories in brief – Irish Times

Posted 9 weeks ago
A round-up of today's regional news stories in briefIrish TimesIn a submission to Government on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, it said bureaucracy was stifling administration of funds. … [Link]

MEPs want better balance among food sector players – Europolitics.info

Posted 9 weeks ago
MEPs want better balance among food sector playersEuropolitics.info… industrial and retail groups and send the European Commission a clear signal before it makes public its proposal for Common Agricultural Policy reform. …and more » [Link]

Rallying call to new government – Norfolk Eastern Daily Press

Posted 9 weeks ago
Rallying call to new governmentNorfolk Eastern Daily PressWilliam Worsley will call for a government “willing to go to Brussels and fight for a Common Agricultural Policy that is sufficiently well funded to both …and more » [Link]

Rallying call to new government – Norwich Evening News

Posted 9 weeks ago
Rallying call to new governmentNorwich Evening NewsWilliam Worsley will call for a government “willing to go to Brussels and fight for a Common Agricultural Policy that is sufficiently well funded to both …and more » [Link]

Moroccans plan major exports increase – Freshinfo

Posted 9 weeks ago
FreshinfoMoroccans plan major exports increaseFreshinfoEU agriculture is in crisis and there are changes to the Common Agricultural Policy in 2013. It's our turn now. In Morocco there's huge political will to … [Link]

Farm Bill; Animal Agriculture; Trade; Biofuels; Climate Issues; Ag Economy; and Financial Reform

Posted 9 weeks ago
Farm Bill: Hearings The House Agriculture Committee held a field hearing in North Carolina yesterday to review U.S. agriculture policy, as the Committee begins the process of writing the 2012 Farm Bill. A House Ag Committee news release from yesterday … [Link]

Agriculture and Fisheries Council – EU News

Posted 10 weeks ago
Agriculture and Fisheries CouncilEU NewsThe Common Agricultural Policy underwent a thorough reform in June 2003. In future, the most commonly used budgetary instrument should be the single farm …and more » [Link]

Despite internal divisions, Belgium ‘thinks big’ about EU

Posted 10 weeks ago
Belgium takes on the EU's rotating presidency on Thursday (1 July) with no less than its national unity at stake, as ongoing government coalition talks seek to secure make-or-break internal reform. But unsolved internal problems are by no means preventing … [Link]

Euro business buoyed by surprise demand surge

Posted 10 weeks ago
A 22% boost in new industrial orders has provided a much-needed fillip for business leaders gathering in Brussels for this week's European Business Summit. [Link]

EU caps mobile roaming prices, again

Posted 10 weeks ago
Consumers will soon pay less to use their mobile phones abroad as new EU price caps on roaming are due to come into force this week. [Link]

EU backs linguist recruitment drive

Posted 10 weeks ago
The European Commission has joined other international organisations in calling for language learning in schools to be properly funded and career opportunities for professionals like interpreters and translators to be better promoted. [Link]

EU firms wary of unpredictable China rules: Survey

Posted 10 weeks ago
European firms remain optimistic about China's economic growth prospects, but are less confident about the near-term outlook for profits and are very concerned about regulatory unpredictability, according to a survey. [Link]

Espinosa stresses importance of including Common Agricultural Policy in the … – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 10 weeks ago
Espinosa stresses importance of including Common Agricultural Policy in the …Balkans.com Business News… including agriculture in the 2020 Strategy will ensure Europe has a "strong" Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) "with a sufficient budget" beyond 2013. …and more » [Link]

In Brief When donors receive – a tale of two CAPs – Spero News

Posted 10 weeks ago
In Brief When donors receive – a tale of two CAPsSpero NewsAbout 40%, some EUR55 billion (about US$76.5 billion in 2009 prices), of the EC's annual budget is spent on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

Three key issues to be tackled by December – Europolitics.info

Posted 10 weeks ago
Three key issues to be tackled by DecemberEuropolitics.infoReform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the dairy sector and quality policy are the three key agricultural …and more » [Link]

Spanish EU Presidency – Espinosa stresses importance of including Common … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Spanish EU Presidency – Espinosa stresses importance of including Common …ISRIA (registration)… including agriculture in the 2020 Strategy will ensure Europe has a "strong" Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) "with a sufficient budget" beyond 2013. …and more » [Link]

CAP simplification, GM maize and milk on 29 June agenda – Europolitics.info

Posted 10 weeks ago
CAP simplification, GM maize and milk on 29 June agendaEuropolitics.info… simplification of the Common Agricultural Policy with EU agriculture ministers during the Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Luxembourg, on 29 June. … [Link]

Global: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPs – Spero News

Posted 10 weeks ago
Global: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPsSpero NewsAbout 40%, some EUR55 billion (about US$76.5 billion in 2009 prices), of the EC's annual budget is spent on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

GLOBAL: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPs – ReliefWeb (press release)

Posted 10 weeks ago
GLOBAL: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPsReliefWeb (press release)About 40%, some EUR55 billion (about US$76.5 billion in 2009 prices), of the EC's annual budget is spent on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

GLOBAL: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPs – Reuters AlertNet

Posted 10 weeks ago
GLOBAL: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPsReuters AlertNetAbout 40%, some EUR55 billion (about US$76.5 billion in 2009 prices), of the EC's annual budget is spent on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

In Brief: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPs – IRINnews.org

Posted 10 weeks ago
In Brief: When donors receive – a tale of two CAPsIRINnews.orgAbout 40%, some EUR55 billion (about US$76.5 billion in 2009 prices), of the EC's annual budget is spent on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

The role of Christians in promoting sustainable food and agriculture – Ekklesia

Posted 10 weeks ago
The role of Christians in promoting sustainable food and agricultureEkklesiaThe NJPN itself has signed up to the European Food Declaration, calling for a new Common Agricultural Policy which protects the finite resources of soil and … [Link]

Record turnout for Highland Show – BBC News

Posted 10 weeks ago
Record turnout for Highland ShowBBC News"It proves beyond doubt that we are driving forward the debate on Common Agricultural Policy and influencing and shaping change."and more » [Link]

Commission eases access to regional funds

Posted 10 weeks ago
The European Commission last week (24 June) gave the green light to new measures designed to simplify access to EU regional and cohesion funds, a measure the EU executive hopes will provide much-needed liquidity in tackling the economic crisis. [Link]

EU agrees rules to secure gas supply

Posted 10 weeks ago
EU member state representatives approved on Friday (25 June) a compromise reached between the EU institutions on a new regulation to safeguard security of gas supplies. [Link]

Farm Bill; Trade; Competition; and Climate Change

Posted 10 weeks ago
Farm Bill: Hearings The House Agriculture Committee continues to review U.S. farm policy in advance of the 2012 Farm Bill at a field hearing this morning in North Carolina. The Committee has been exploring issues regarding the next Farm Bill … [Link]

Hedegaard throws weight behind EU carbon tax

Posted 10 weeks ago
'Don't tax what you earn, tax what you burn'. In an interview with EurActiv, EU Climate Action Commissioner Connie Hedegaard throws her weight behind an EU carbon tax and speaks about Europe's efforts to stay ahead of the game in … [Link]

Shale gas ‘heats’ Polish presidential elections

Posted 10 weeks ago
The front runner in Poland's presidential election, Bronisław Komorowski, said on 27 June that Warsaw could not sign a long-awaited gas deal with Moscow if it were to find enough shale gas in its territory. [Link]

MEPs divided over Consumer Rights Directive

Posted 10 weeks ago
Members of the European Parliament's internal market and consumer protection committee (IMCO) have voiced their differences in approach to draft EU proposals aimed at safeguarding consumer rights across the European Union. [Link]

G20: Leaders agree to disagree in search of lasting recovery

Posted 10 weeks ago
World leaders agreed on 27 June in Toronto to take different paths towards assuring lasting growth and making their banking systems safer, a reflection of the uneven and fragile economic recovery in many countries. [Link]

Hedegaard throws weight behind EU carbon tax

Posted 10 weeks ago
'Don't tax what you earn, tax what you burn'. In an interview with EurActiv, EU Climate Action Commissioner Connie Hedegaard throws her weight behind an EU carbon tax and speaks about Europe's efforts to stay ahead of the game in … [Link]

UK – The value of farms – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 10 weeks ago
UK – The value of farmsMeattradenewsdaily (blog)The Common Agricultural Policy is up for review over the next two years. We cannot afford to get it wrong. James Farrell is a partner at Strutt and Parker … [Link]

End sugar rush CAP spending – New Europe

Posted 10 weeks ago
End sugar rush CAP spendingNew EuropeThe Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) of the EU spends about 40 % of the EU budget. Large sums of money are streaming to the multinationals and huge sugar …and more » [Link]

High time to mainstream sustainability in the CAP – New Europe

Posted 10 weeks ago
High time to mainstream sustainability in the CAPNew EuropeThe period before the end of 2012 is decisive to finally make the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) a modern policy that meets the challenges that may …and more » [Link]

A Fairer Greener and more Sustainable CAP – New Europe

Posted 10 weeks ago
A Fairer Greener and more Sustainable CAPNew EuropeThe history of the Common Agricultural Policy is one of evolution and change driven by the need to respond to new challenges and opportunities and this time … [Link]

Show goes on despite cuts concern – BBC News

Posted 10 weeks ago
Show goes on despite cuts concernBBC NewsAs the UK government prepares for negotiations on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, the European commissioner has been meeting with Scotland's …and more » [Link]

ACP member states express concerns over unresolved issues – Stabroek News

Posted 10 weeks ago
ACP member states express concerns over unresolved issuesStabroek NewsThe group took note, however, that the European Union has begun the process of reforming its Common Agricultural Policy for 2013 and called for the EU to … [Link]

Zidan Calls for Sustainable Food Production with Added Value – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Zidan Calls for Sustainable Food Production with Added ValueSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)It is very important for Slovenia that the future common agricultural policy enables the formation of specific measures addressing the structural …and more » [Link]

Pack Inquiry's solution for 'slipper brigade' can be implemented quickly – Herald Scotland

Posted 10 weeks ago
Pack Inquiry's solution for 'slipper brigade' can be implemented quicklyHerald Scotland… in the run-up to the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) support mechanisms for agriculture were announced at the Highland Show yesterday. … [Link]

Polish coalition partner fails to back presidential hope – Irish Times

Posted 10 weeks ago
Polish coalition partner fails to back presidential hopeIrish Times… cutting taxes for the lower paid and ensuring that Poland's farmers benefited as much as possible from the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Polish coalition partner stays neutral in election – www.worldbulletin.net

Posted 10 weeks ago
www.worldbulletin.netPolish coalition partner stays neutral in electionwww.worldbulletin.net… taxes for the lower paid and ensuring that Poland's farmers benefited as much as possible from the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Polish coalition partner staying neutral in poll – Gulf Times

Posted 10 weeks ago
Gulf TimesPolish coalition partner staying neutral in pollGulf Times… taxes for the lower paid and ensuring that Poland's farmers benefited as much as possible from the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Polish coalition partner stays neutral in election – Kyiv Post

Posted 10 weeks ago
Polish coalition partner stays neutral in electionKyiv Post… taxes for the lower paid and ensuring that Poland's farmers benefited as much as possible from the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in Budapest – Budapest Business Journal

Posted 10 weeks ago
V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in BudapestBudapest Business JournalFarm ministers of the Visegrád Four plus Bulgaria, Romania and Slovenia discussed the future of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in Budapest – Budapest Business Journal

Posted 10 weeks ago
V4 farm ministers discuss CAP, competitiveness in BudapestBudapest Business JournalFarm ministers of the Visegrád Four plus Bulgaria, Romania and Slovenia discussed the future of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), …and more » [Link]

G20: Pressure mounts to dilute bank capital plan

Posted 10 weeks ago
Global regulators will dilute a reform that forces banks to hold more reserves to survive shocks without massive taxpayer help again, sources familiar with the negotiations said on Friday. [Link]

Three Counties Show Best For More Than A Decade – Stackyard

Posted 10 weeks ago
StackyardThree Counties Show Best For More Than A DecadeStackyardHe said: “The Common Agricultural Policy, which has helped to underwrite our rural prosperity, is soon due for review. Many of us involved in farming have … [Link]

The Belgian EU Presidency

Posted 10 weeks ago
Belgium takes on the six-month rotating presidency of the European Union on 1 July with a caretaker government in charge, following national elections which saw Flemish separatist leader Bart De Wever top the polls. [Link]

The food sector – the competitive environment may be to blame – Lexology (registration)

Posted 10 weeks ago
The food sector – the competitive environment may be to blameLexology (registration)Article 39(1) states that the objectives of the common agricultural policy shall be: to ensure that supplies reach consumers at reasonable prices. the fact … [Link]

Belgium pledges 'sustainable' EU presidency

Posted 10 weeks ago
Belgium wants to lead by example during its upcoming EU presidency and has pledged to minimise the environmental impact of the numerous meetings and summits planned over the next six months. [Link]

Bulgaria debates economic impact of CO2 targets

Posted 10 weeks ago
Bulgaria, the country with the most energy-intensive economy in the European Union, would benefit from aligning itself with the 'Europe 2020' targets on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and boosting renewable energies, as inevitably the measures introduced would boost competitiveness, experts … [Link]

Farm Bill Issues; Competition; Climate Issues; Biofuels; Trade; and Financial Regulation

Posted 10 weeks ago
Farm Bill Issues Bloomberg writer Alan Bjerga reported yesterday that, “Growers of corn, cotton and other crops may have to accept reduced subsidies in the next farm bill as budget-cutting becomes necessary to contain record deficits, House Agriculture Committee Chairman … [Link]

EU wins concessions on US bank data-sharing deal

Posted 10 weeks ago
The European Parliament yesterday (24 June) clinched approval for greater EU oversight of US investigations into the financial activity of terror suspects within Europe. [Link]

Belgium to push ambitious social agenda at EU helm

Posted 10 weeks ago
The Belgian Presidency has said it will keep social issues high on the EU agenda in the coming six months, with NGOs hoping the country will ensure that social protection is safeguarded amid a proliferation of austerity budgets announced across … [Link]

Commission plans to ‘embed’ journalists with Barroso

Posted 10 weeks ago
Journalists will be able to travel with European Commission President José Manuel Barroso and other members of the college to important meetings abroad, Vice-President Viviane Reding writes in a letter obtained by EurActiv. [Link]

Russia-Belarus gas row leaves bitter aftertaste

Posted 10 weeks ago
Russia resumed gas supplies through Belarus yesterday (25 June) after paying gas transit debts. But the gas row left a bitter aftertaste in EU circles, reinforcing mistrust in Russia as a reliable gas supplier. [Link]

EU carbon tax proposal delayed

Posted 10 weeks ago
Proposals for a European carbon tax have been kicked into the long grass following a debate between EU commissioners, who face divisions between member states whilst the effects of the financial crisis are still being felt. [Link]

Hungary seeks to extend ban on foreign land buys to 2014 – EurActiv

Posted 10 weeks ago
Hungary seeks to extend ban on foreign land buys to 2014EurActiv… subsidies in the EU budget after the bloc's planned reform of its 50 billion euro ($67.1 billion) per year Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in 2013. …and more » [Link]

EU hedge fund talks collapse

Posted 10 weeks ago
Talks have collapsed between European lawmakers and national representatives to agree new controls for hedge funds, following a dispute that many fear could spoil Brussels' attempts to overhaul financial regulations. [Link]

MEPs want wider media coverage of EU

Posted 10 weeks ago
Public service broadcasters should cover EU matters more widely, while governments, parties and politicians need to do more to explain them to citizens, said the European Parliament's culture committee in a resolution adopted this week (23 June), triggering criticism that … [Link]

Temp workers lead EU, US recovery

Posted 10 weeks ago
A sharp increase in temporary work – a traditional leading indicator of in the early phase of recovery – shows that many European countries and the United States are pulling out of recession, an industry association said yesterday (23 June). [Link]

Retailers adopt green code of conduct

Posted 10 weeks ago
Major EU retailers, including Carrefour and Tesco, have signed up to a voluntary code of conduct seeking to reduce their environmental footprint on issues ranging from energy use to sustainable sourcing of fish and timber. [Link]

Hungary seeks to extend ban on foreign land buys to 2014

Posted 10 weeks ago
Hungary will amend legislation to give the state the right to intervene in land sales and will seek to extend a ban on land purchases by foreign investors until 2014, its agriculture minister said. The country's accession treaty opens the … [Link]

Guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease – Brechin Advertiser

Posted 10 weeks ago
Guidance on preventing cardiovascular diseaseBrechin AdvertiserEnsure that European Union common agricultural policy includes the promotion of health and reduction of disease. Monitor and analyse all appropriate data to … [Link]

Royal Highland Show special visitor offers high hope – Scotsman

Posted 10 weeks ago
Royal Highland Show special visitor offers high hopeScotsmanDe Castro, who earlier in the month had helped George Lyon MEP pilot the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reform package through his committee, …and more » [Link]

UK food production industry has 'bright future' – Guttridge (blog)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Guttridge (blog)UK food production industry has 'bright future'Guttridge (blog)Mr Kendall also praised the Common Agricultural Policy, which allows farmers to focus on the market and guarantees a minimum price for food. [Link]

Spanish Minister Espinosa defended that agriculture is a fundamental part of … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Spanish Minister Espinosa defended that agriculture is a fundamental part of …ISRIA (registration)In the seminar on the reform of Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), organised by the Real Instituto Elcano and Notre Europe, the minister underlined that … [Link]

Hungary seeks ban on foreigners' land buys to '14-UPDATE 1 – Forexyard

Posted 10 weeks ago
Hungary seeks ban on foreigners' land buys to '14-UPDATE 1Forexyard… subsidies in the EU budget after the bloc's planned reform of its 50 billion euro ($67.1 billion) per year Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in 2013. … [Link]

Parliament to press for patient 'health literacy'

Posted 10 weeks ago
New EU rules designed to improve medical information available to patients will fail unless levels of health literacy are improved across Europe, MEPs and health campaigners warn. [Link]

EU needs ‘Greenpeace of finance’, says French MEP

Posted 10 weeks ago
The EU needs an NGO active on financial services issues to counteract the huge power of the banking sector lobby, French Green MEP Pascal Canfin told EurActiv France in an interview, calling for the establishment of a 'Greenpeace of finance'. [Link]

Poland 'needs more time' to meet EU climate target

Posted 10 weeks ago
As 94% of Poland's electricity comes from coal, the country says it needs ''more time than others'' to meet its CO2 reduction targets outlined in the 'Europe 2020' strategy. Polish industry is even more critical of the goals. EurActiv Poland … [Link]

EU plans 'transition subsidies' for coal sector

Posted 10 weeks ago
The European Commission is planning to prolong subsidies for the coal industry until 2023, in an effort to help the sector's transition to cleaner energy and the eventual closure of mines, EurActiv has learnt. [Link]

EU patent to make or break Belgian Presidency

Posted 10 weeks ago
Language and legal disputes have prevented several EU presidencies from creating a Community patent. Now Belgium, known for its own linguistic problems, has vowed it will try to resolve the issue during its own stint at the EU's helm. [Link]

Mann – Farming subsidies – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Mann – Farming subsidiesDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)Responding, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Caroline Spelman noted that the Common Agricultural Policy determined much of the …and more » [Link]

Davies, P – CAP reform – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Davies, P – CAP reformDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)Conservative MP Philip Davies asked about reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, arguing for withdrawal of the European Union. … [Link]

Fitzpatrick – CAP reform – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Fitzpatrick – CAP reformDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)Labour Shadow DEFRA Minister Jim Fitzpatrick pressed the Minister to oppose cuts in the overall Common Agricultural Policy budget, despite what HM Treasury …and more » [Link]

Bradley – CAP (Rural Payments Agency) – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Bradley – CAP (Rural Payments Agency)DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)In response to a question from Conservative MP Karen Bradley on reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural …and more » [Link]

Crop Insurance (SRA); Biofuels; Trade; Climate Issues; Biotech; and Peanuts

Posted 10 weeks ago
Crop Insurance- Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA) Dan Looker reported earlier this week at AgricultureOnline that, “Last week members of the crop insurance industry met with USDA officials to try to understand the Obama Administration’s latest proposed reinsurance agreement with the … [Link]

Warning over threat to hundreds of meat jobs – Aberdeen Press and Journal

Posted 10 weeks ago
Warning over threat to hundreds of meat jobsAberdeen Press and Journal… who is visiting the Royal Highland Show today, when impending reforms to the Europe's Common Agricultural Policy after 2013 will be debated. …and more » [Link]

De Wever gives ‘guarantees’ on Belgian EU Presidency

Posted 10 weeks ago
Bart De Wever, the Flemish nationalist who claimed victory in Belgium's recent national elections, assured European Commission President José Manuel Barroso yesterday (23 June) that the Belgian EU Presidency would be unaffected by ongoing government coalition talks and that a … [Link]

CAP publishing rules could be 'invalid' – Daily Post

Posted 10 weeks ago
CAP publishing rules could be 'invalid'Daily Post… for two financial years from the date of publication. It was part of the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy and designed to increase transparency. [Link]

Ukraine offers EU help in Belarus row

Posted 10 weeks ago
Ukraine can transit more gas through its territory to the EU to compensate for the reduced gas flow across Belarus, which resulted from the latter's payment conflict with Russian monopolist Gazprom, Kiev announced yesterday (23 June). [Link]

G20 to warn against complacency on economy

Posted 10 weeks ago
The Group of 20 major economies will warn against complacency in tackling the global economic crisis and say that sickly public accounts could hit long-term growth, a draft G20 document shows. [Link]

EU faces uphill battle in CO2 law for vans

Posted 10 weeks ago
Proposed EU legislation to set CO2 reduction targets for vans is in for a rocky ride as divisions remain over its expected impact on Europe's car manufacturing industry. [Link]

Kroes to beef up scrutiny of EU digital industry

Posted 10 weeks ago
The European Commission will ensure that devices with always-on connectivity, like Apple's iPhone, don't lock consumers in to proprietary technology, Neelie Kroes, EU commissioner for the 'Digital Agenda', told EurActiv in an exclusive interview. A yearly scorecard will measure the … [Link]

Belgian regions eye bigger role during EU presidency

Posted 10 weeks ago
The Belgian EU Presidency will see regional ministers chair a number of key EU meetings, providing an opportunity for the country's divided Dutch- and French-speaking communities to showcase their savoir-faire following a national election that highlighted the country's regionalist aspirations. [Link]

Brussels convenes safety talks on deep-sea oil drilling

Posted 10 weeks ago
In the aftermath of the BP oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico, Energy Commissioner Günther Oettinger and Environment Commissioner Janez Potočnik will meet representatives of oil and gas companies and national surveillance authorities on 14 July 2010. [Link]

Slovenia surprisingly joins Balkan regional body

Posted 10 weeks ago
Slovenia, a country that since its independence from former Yugoslavia has insisted that it belongs to the Adriatic and Alpine regions, has surprisingly joined the Southeast European Cooperation Process (SEECP), a regional body centered on the Western Balkans. EurActiv Turkey … [Link]

Europeans struggle to make ends meet, survey finds

Posted 10 weeks ago
A new survey measuring public perceptions of financial difficulties, the affordability of health care and future employment and pension prospects has revealed that 30% of Europeans believe that around roughly one-third of the their country's population is edging towards poverty. [Link]

Prudent minister – European Voice

Posted 10 weeks ago
Prudent ministerEuropean VoiceIn the councils, Espinosa has reflected Spanish farmers' anxieties about future reform of the Common Agricultural Policy and pushed for financial aid to … [Link]

Schedule of Events for Thursday, 24 June – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for Thursday, 24 JuneSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)VISEGRAD, Hungary – Agriculture Minister Dejan Zidan will attend a meeting of Visegrad Group farm ministers to debate the common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Lord Walker of Worcester – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 10 weeks ago
Telegraph.co.ukLord Walker of WorcesterTelegraph.co.ukHe kept a low profile at Maff, his duties confined mainly to negotiating in Europe for reforms of the Common Agricultural Policy. Despite the party having … [Link]

Schedule of Events for Thursday, 24 June – STA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Schedule of Events for Thursday, 24 JuneSTA – Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija (subscription)VISEGRAD, Hungary – Agriculture Minister Dejan Zidan will attend a meeting of Visegrad Group farm ministers to debate the common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

France catching up with other member states on environment

Posted 10 weeks ago
The French government has launched an ambitious plan to meet the EU's '20/20/20' climate objectives on emission reductions and renewable energy. The Grenelle 2 law, adopted in May 2010, was widely welcomed as an improvement, but many voices criticised the … [Link]

Farmers guaranteed minimum income under plans from Europe – FarmersWeekly

Posted 10 weeks ago
Farmers guaranteed minimum income under plans from EuropeFarmersWeeklyPart of the plans to reform the Common Agricultural Policy post-2013, proposals for the scheme could be ready for discussion by the Commission later in the … [Link]

UK land prices boosted by Budget – The Move Channel

Posted 10 weeks ago
UK land prices boosted by BudgetThe Move ChannelThe reform of the Common Agricultural Policy is likely to start to affect land markets in the next 12 to 24 months as landowners won't sell their land in …and more » [Link]

Farmland outperforms commercial – The Move Channel

Posted 10 weeks ago
Farmland outperforms commercialThe Move ChannelHowever, the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy is likely to start to affect land markets in the next 12-24 months as landowners won't sell their land …and more » [Link]

Ghana vs Germany – Development Scorecard – The Africa Report

Posted 10 weeks ago
Ghana vs Germany – Development ScorecardThe Africa ReportAs a key member of the EU and net contributor to its Common Agricultural Policy, Germany has a special responsibility to push for a reduction of harmful …and more » [Link]

Dutch mayor: Regional policy can help control immigration

Posted 10 weeks ago
Increasing the efficiency of EU regional policy can help control excessive immigration to countries such as the Netherlands and prevent the rise of nationalistic anti-immigrant parties, Mayor of the Hague Jozias van Aartsen said in Brussels last week. [Link]

Romania has EU's deadliest roads, study reveals

Posted 10 weeks ago
EU newcomers Romania and Malta are the only member states in which the number of deaths road traffic accidents in 2009 was greater than in 2001, a study published on 22 June reveals. EurActiv Romania reports. [Link]

Healthcare ICT 'cuts costs and waiting times'

Posted 10 weeks ago
Patients in emergency departments enjoy shorter waiting times when innovative communications technologies are deployed, according to a study by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). [Link]

Black carbon’s global warming role ‘still unproven’

Posted 10 weeks ago
The fine dust particles emitted from burning wood or fuel, referred to as black carbon, are "likely to play a role in climate change" but should not divert attention away from carbon dioxide, EU officials said. [Link]

Crop Insurance (SRA); Animal Ag (Antibiotics); Climate Issues; Biofuels; and Regulation Issues

Posted 10 weeks ago
Crop Insurance- Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA) DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “Crop insurance agents in the major Corn Belt states are going to take the biggest financial hits in a new contract between … [Link]

UK emergency Budget good for land prices which are already performing well – Property Wire

Posted 10 weeks ago
Property WireUK emergency Budget good for land prices which are already performing wellProperty WireThe reform of the Common Agricultural Policy is likely to start to affect land markets in the next 12 to 24 months as landowners won't sell their … [Link]

Guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease – Buxton Advertiser

Posted 10 weeks ago
Guidance on preventing cardiovascular diseaseBuxton AdvertiserEnsure that European Union common agricultural policy includes the promotion of health and reduction of disease. Monitor and analyse all appropriate data to …and more » [Link]

Guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease – Yorkshire Evening Post

Posted 10 weeks ago
Guidance on preventing cardiovascular diseaseYorkshire Evening PostEnsure that European Union common agricultural policy includes the promotion of health and reduction of disease. Monitor and analyse all appropriate data to …and more » [Link]

Ministers to push for greater role for Scotland in EU negotiations – stv.tv

Posted 10 weeks ago
stv.tvMinisters to push for greater role for Scotland in EU negotiationsstv.tv… with serious work to be done on reforming the Common Agricultural Policy and achieving a new Common Fisheries Policy as top priorities for me. …and more » [Link]

EP Committee on Agriculture representatives pay visit to Romania – Financiarul

Posted 10 weeks ago
EP Committee on Agriculture representatives pay visit to RomaniaFinanciarulThe participants are expected to debate topics such as the future of the Common Agricultural Policy, the Romanian agriculture post-integration status, … [Link]

Guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease – Borders Today

Posted 10 weeks ago
Guidance on preventing cardiovascular diseaseBorders TodayEnsure that European Union common agricultural policy includes the promotion of health and reduction of disease. Monitor and analyse all appropriate data to …and more » [Link]

Guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease – Offaly Express

Posted 10 weeks ago
Guidance on preventing cardiovascular diseaseOffaly ExpressEnsure that European Union common agricultural policy includes the promotion of health and reduction of disease. Monitor and analyse all appropriate data to …and more » [Link]

MEPs want curbs on illegal e-waste shipments

Posted 10 weeks ago
The EU needs to increase checks on electronic waste exports to avoid illegal dumping and stop the shipment of valuable and sometimes rare raw materials outside the bloc, MEPs in the European Parliament's environment committee said, voting to update EU … [Link]

Belarus stops gas transit to the West

Posted 10 weeks ago
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko yesterday (22 June) called a halt to gas flows to Lithuania, Poland and Germany following a payment dispute with Russian monopolist Gazprom, speaking of a "gas war," the press in the region reported. [Link]

EU ‘must act as role model’ in promoting free speech

Posted 10 weeks ago
Europe must take the lead in promoting free speech as the USA is no longer carrying out the role, Julian Assange, director of whistle-blowing website WikiLeaks, told a European Parliament hearing in Brussels this week. [Link]

Belgium to move quietly on EU enlargement policy

Posted 10 weeks ago
The upcoming Belgian EU Presidency has not specifically cited enlargement among its top priorities but is widely expected to help Croatia and Iceland reach important milestones in their accession bids over the next six months. [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – 24masti (blog)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food24masti (blog)The Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Four Sources of Financing For the Agriculture Sector – Standart News

Posted 10 weeks ago
Four Sources of Financing For the Agriculture SectorStandart NewsStabilizing of prices is one the main tasks of the Common Agricultural Policy and to carry it out would be applied the so-called 'market support' in the … [Link]

Spanish EU Presidency – Closing session of 'European agriculture and … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 10 weeks ago
Spanish EU Presidency – Closing session of 'European agriculture and …ISRIA (registration)The Spanish Presidency of the European Union, explained the minister, “has been working on the premise that a strong Common Agricultural Policy is required … [Link]

South Africa vs France – Development Scorecard – The Africa Report

Posted 10 weeks ago
South Africa vs France – Development ScorecardThe Africa Report… the agricultural sector, spending more than 40% of its 2010 budget (€60 billion) on agricultural subsidies through its Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

High Salt, Fat Levels in Junk Food Kills 40000 Brits Each Year – MedIndia

Posted 10 weeks ago
MedIndiaHigh Salt, Fat Levels in Junk Food Kills 40000 Brits Each YearMedIndiaThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – TopNews

Posted 10 weeks ago
TopNewsHealth watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodTopNewsThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

EU considering income insurance for farmers – EurActiv

Posted 10 weeks ago
EU considering income insurance for farmersEurActiv… just 50% of those in other sectors, with two-thirds of farmers' earnings provided by direct payments under the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

EU considering income insurance for farmers – EurActiv

Posted 10 weeks ago
EU considering income insurance for farmersEurActivThe Romanian farm commissioner will outline his ideas for reform of the bloc's annual €50 billion Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in a paper due in …and more » [Link]

Record numbers take part in EU student mobility scheme

Posted 10 weeks ago
Record numbers of students are going abroad for university studies or company placements under the EU's Erasmus scheme, revealed new figures released by the European Commission yesterday (21 June). [Link]

EU considering income insurance for farmers

Posted 10 weeks ago
The European Commission is considering proposals for a publicly-funded income insurance scheme for farmers as part of reforms to the bloc's farm policy from 2013, the EU's top agriculture official said yesterday (21 June). [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – FitnHit.com (blog)

Posted 10 weeks ago
FitnHit.com (blog)Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodFitnHit.com (blog)The Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Climate Issues; Nutrition; Biofuels; Biotech; Ag Economy; and Trade

Posted 10 weeks ago
Climate Issues Bloomberg writer Simon Lomax reported yesterday that, “President Barack Obama, who meets with lawmakers at the White House this week to discuss energy legislation, may have to abandon a pollution-reduction program for the whole U.S. economy and push … [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Lazybuzz News

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodLazybuzz NewsThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Sify

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodSifyThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Daily News & Analysis

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodDaily News & AnalysisThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more … [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – World News (blog)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodWorld News (blog)The Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

The European Union is considering proposals for a publicly funded income … – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 11 weeks ago
The European Union is considering proposals for a publicly funded income …Balkans.com Business NewsThe Romanian farm commissioner will outline his ideas for reform of the bloc's annual 50 billion euro ($61.91 billion) common agricultural policy (CAP) in a …and more … [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – India Talkies

Posted 11 weeks ago
India TalkiesHealth watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodIndia TalkiesThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Oneindia

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodOneindiaThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Britain News

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodBritain NewsThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Gaea Times (blog)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodGaea Times (blog)The Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Newstrack India (blog)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodNewstrack India (blog)The Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Guyana's concerns shared by ACP member states – Caribbean Net News

Posted 11 weeks ago
Guyana's concerns shared by ACP member statesCaribbean Net NewsMember states, while noting that the EU is reforming its Common Agricultural Policy for 2013, called for fair remunerative EU market prices for ACP … [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – DailyIndia.com

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodDailyIndia.comThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – SINDH TODAY

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodSINDH TODAYThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk food – Thaindian.com

Posted 11 weeks ago
Health watchdog says 40000 Britons die each year due to junk foodThaindian.comThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health, ensuring farmers are paid to produce healthier foods, and action should be taken to …and more » [Link]

Up to 40000 a year killed by junk food, says health watchdog – Mail on Sunday

Posted 11 weeks ago
Up to 40000 a year killed by junk food, says health watchdogMail on SundayAnother way would be to reform the Common Agricultural Policy, which currently pays farmers to produce unhealthy milk and meat. The system could be reformed …and more … [Link]

Up to 40000 a year killed by junk food, says health watchdog – Daily Mail

Posted 11 weeks ago
Daily MailUp to 40000 a year killed by junk food, says health watchdogDaily MailAnother way would be to reform the Common Agricultural Policy, which currently pays farmers to produce unhealthy milk and meat. The system could be reformed …and more … [Link]

Spanish Presidency seals EEAS deal

Posted 11 weeks ago
The European Commission, the European Parliament and the Spanish EU Presidency yesterday (21 June) reached a compromise in Madrid regarding the organisation and operation of the European External Action Service (EEAS). The EU institutions expect the Union's diplomatic service to … [Link]

Ban bad fats and cut salt to save 40000 lives a year, says Nice – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 11 weeks ago
Telegraph.co.ukBan bad fats and cut salt to save 40000 lives a year, says NiceTelegraph.co.ukThe Common Agricultural Policy should focus more on public health with farmers paid to produce healthier foods. – Action should also be taken to introduce a …and … [Link]

EU waters down industrial pollution law

Posted 11 weeks ago
The EU has struck an agreement on a planned Industrial Emissions Directive, imposing stricter limits on air, soil and water pollution but allowing coal-fired plants derogations until mid-2020. [Link]

ECB wants 'quantum leap' in EU debt management

Posted 11 weeks ago
The president of the European Central Bank (ECB), Jean-Claude Trichet, yesterday (21 June) called for no holds barred reform of the EU's fiscal and macro-economic policy, with deeper and more detailed surveillance of economies that are out of step with … [Link]

EU called upon to close 'physical activity gap'

Posted 11 weeks ago
The International Sport and Culture Association (ISCA) has asked the European Commission to strengthen support for grassroots sport as a way of giving all Europeans the opportunity to be physically active. [Link]

Belgian Presidency to put spotlight on innovation

Posted 11 weeks ago
The incoming Belgian EU Presidency plans to devote the autumn European summit to innovation policy, but a long-awaited report by President Van Rompuy on economic governance is set to overshadow long-term strategies. [Link]

'Wise man' calls for EU strategic planning body

Posted 11 weeks ago
A permanent body dealing with long-term thinking and strategic planning must be created within the EU institutions, Žiga Turk, secretary-general of the Reflection Group on the Future of Europe, told EurActiv in an interview. [Link]

Female premier takes the reins in Finland

Posted 11 weeks ago
Finland's second-ever female prime minister, centrist Mari Kiviniemi, assumes leadership of the country's coalition government today (22 June). She will hold the reins until at least the next parliamentary elections in April 2011. [Link]

Merkel, Sarkozy renew call for tougher regulation ahead of G20

Posted 11 weeks ago
France and Germany renewed their calls yesterday (21 June) for tougher regulation of the global financial sector, ahead of a G20 meeting in Canada later this week. [Link]

Expert: ‘Lazy researchers to blame for declining EU science optimism’

Posted 11 weeks ago
Responding to the publication of a survey on EU attitudes to science and technology, experts blamed "lazy" researchers for failing to promote their projects, leading to a declining sense of optimism about the positive influence of science in Europe. [Link]

Food companies should be paid by the state to produce healthy foods and help … – Daily Mail

Posted 11 weeks ago
Daily MailFood companies should be paid by the state to produce healthy foods and help …Daily MailAnother way would be to reform the Common Agricultural Policy, which currently pays farmers to produce unhealthy milk and meat. The system could be … [Link]

The state should pay firms to produce healthier food, says watchdog – Daily Mail

Posted 11 weeks ago
Daily MailThe state should pay firms to produce healthier food, says watchdogDaily MailAnother way would be to reform the Common Agricultural Policy, which currently pays farmers to produce unhealthy milk and meat. The system could be reformed …and more » [Link]

Spanish Minister Says Common Agricultural Policy Needed – Eurasia Review

Posted 11 weeks ago
Spanish Minister Says Common Agricultural Policy NeededEurasia ReviewThe Spanish Presidency of the European Union, explained the minister, “has been working on the premise that a strong Common Agricultural Policy is required … [Link]

EU considering income insurance for farmers – www.worldbulletin.net

Posted 11 weeks ago
www.worldbulletin.netEU considering income insurance for farmerswww.worldbulletin.netThe Romanian farm commissioner will outline his ideas for reform of the bloc's annual 50 billion euro ($61.91 billion) common agricultural policy (CAP) in a …and more » [Link]

EU considering income insurance for farmers – Forexyard

Posted 11 weeks ago
EU considering income insurance for farmersForexyardThe Romanian farm commissioner will outline his ideas for reform of the bloc's annual 50 billion euro ($61.91 billion) common agricultural policy (CAP) in a …and more » [Link]

European tobacco growers protest against new WHO directive – Europolitics.info

Posted 11 weeks ago
European tobacco growers protest against new WHO directiveEuropolitics.info… to cope with the abolition of direct support under the Common Agricultural Policy reform, notes the International Union of Tobacco Planters (Unitab). … [Link]

EU sees solar power imported from Sahara in five years

Posted 11 weeks ago
Europe will import its first solar-generated electricity from North Africa within the next five years, European Energy Commissioner Günther Oettinger said in an interview on Sunday. [Link]

Russia orders Belarus gas supplies cut

Posted 11 weeks ago
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev told the gas monopoly Gazprom to cut gas supplies to Belarus, the Kremlin's press office said today (21 June), in a move which it is feared may affect supplies to Europe. [Link]

Flagging up flagging supply – Food and Drink Digital (blog)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Flagging up flagging supplyFood and Drink Digital (blog)Since 2005 farmers have been paid a Single Farm Payment as part of the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy. So instead of being given a subsidy for … [Link]

Farm Bill Issues; Ag Labor Issues; Climate Developments; and Ag Economy

Posted 11 weeks ago
2012 Farm Bill: Trade Alan Beattie reported on Friday at the Financial Times Online that, “Brazil said on Thursday that it would suspend sanctions on US imports in retaliation for illegal American cotton subsidies, temporarily defusing one of the most … [Link]

Polish elections heading for second round

Posted 11 weeks ago
Bronisław Komorowski, the candidate of the ruling centre-right Civic Platform party, finished ahead of his conservative rival Jarosław Kaczyński after presidential polls held yesterday (20 June). As neither candidate secured a majority, a run-off will take place on 4 July. … [Link]

Divided Belgium prepares to take on EU presidency

Posted 11 weeks ago
Belgium will take on the six-month rotating presidency of the European Union with a caretaker government in charge, following national elections which saw Flemish separatist leader Bart De Wever top the polls. [Link]

Commission to revive EU carbon tax debate

Posted 11 weeks ago
European commissioners will start talks on introducing minimum tax rates for carbon on Wednesday (23 June). But it is still unclear when and if Tax Commissioner Algirdas Šemeta's suggestions will develop into a formal proposal. [Link]

Ukraine wishes South Stream ‘peaceful death’

Posted 11 weeks ago
South Stream, a gas pipeline backed by Moscow that would allow Gazprom to sell gas directly to Europe while bypassing Ukraine, has lost its raison d’être since Kiev started to normalise relations with Russia, according to one of the country's … [Link]

Not Blowing Our Own Vuvuzela – Money Morning (blog)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Not Blowing Our Own VuvuzelaMoney Morning (blog)As happened during the Great Depression, and as currently happens under the European Common Agricultural Policy. Anyway, that's the last we'll say on this … [Link]

Andrew Arbuckle Like all of us agriculture awaits the budgetary axe – Scotsman

Posted 11 weeks ago
Andrew Arbuckle Like all of us agriculture awaits the budgetary axeScotsman… will come not on home soil but with the attitude of the UK government to the reform of the European Union's common agricultural policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Andrew Arbuckle: Like all of us, agriculture awaits the budgetary axe – Scotsman

Posted 11 weeks ago
Andrew Arbuckle: Like all of us, agriculture awaits the budgetary axeScotsman… will come not on home soil but with the attitude of the UK government to the reform of the European Union's common agricultural policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Britain's new conciliatory strategy – GulfNews

Posted 11 weeks ago
Britain's new conciliatory strategyGulfNews… in the end, be rows: over financial-services regulation, oversight of national budgets, the British rebate, reform of the common agricultural policy… …and more » [Link]

EU rural development program launched in Turkey – Hurriyet Daily News

Posted 11 weeks ago
Hurriyet Daily NewsEU rural development program launched in TurkeyHurriyet Daily NewsAgriculture and rural development is one of the key issues within the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union. In this context, the Rural … [Link]

Europe votes on draft CAP report – Freshinfo

Posted 11 weeks ago
FreshinfoEurope votes on draft CAP reportFreshinfoMEPs have voted on amendments to a draft report on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy after 2013 at a special Agriculture Committee meeting in …and more » [Link]

UK – The new boss at Defra cuts Red Tape – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 11 weeks ago
UK – The new boss at Defra cuts Red TapeMeattradenewsdaily (blog)Also in her in-tray is Common Agricultural Policy reform. She says that direct subsidy payments from the European Union to UK farmers "might" have to reduce …and more » [Link]

Poland presidential election – your views – BBC News

Posted 11 weeks ago
Poland presidential election – your viewsBBC NewsThis is clearly demonstrated by the position he takes on the shale gas extraction; the Common Agricultural Policy; the timing for the adoption of the euro; …and more » [Link]

UK can be a leader in global food fight – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 11 weeks ago
UK can be a leader in global food fightTelegraph.co.ukThe Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is the best vehicle anyone has yet devised to allow farmers to focus on the market, while providing a safety net when …and more » [Link]

Is British farming waking up to a new dawn? – Telegraph.co.uk

Posted 11 weeks ago
Telegraph.co.ukIs British farming waking up to a new dawn?Telegraph.co.ukAlso in her in-tray is Common Agricultural Policy reform. She says that direct subsidy payments from the European Union to UK farmers "might" have to reduce …and more » [Link]

Finland – Tomorrow's consumer challenges the whole food system – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Finland – Tomorrow's consumer challenges the whole food systemISRIA (registration)For Finnish agriculture it is important that the EU continues to have a strong common agricultural policy, with sufficient funding. … [Link]

EU Council adopts “Europe 2020” a new Jobs and Growth Strategy for Europe – Euroalert.net

Posted 11 weeks ago
EU Council adopts “Europe 2020” a new Jobs and Growth Strategy for EuropeEuroalert.netAll common policies, including the common agricultural policy and cohesion policy, will need to support the strategy. For the success of the new 2020 …and more » [Link]

Broadcasters seek protection from Iranian 'TV pirates'

Posted 11 weeks ago
Foreign television stations who have accused Iran of cutting off their broadcasts to stop coverage of violent political clashes have appealed to telecoms unions to step in and shield satellites from "international piracy". [Link]

Conservation groups protest over possible cuts – Darlington and Stockton Times

Posted 11 weeks ago
Conservation groups protest over possible cutsDarlington and Stockton TimesThe schemes are funded by the Government and European Common Agricultural Policy. Any cut in domestic funding would result in further money being lost. …and more » [Link]

Agriculture ministry coffers are empty, minister says – Financiarul

Posted 11 weeks ago
FinanciarulAgriculture ministry coffers are empty, minister saysFinanciarul'The Agriculture Ministry coffers are empty', he said at the end of a conference on the future Common Agricultural Policy. According to Dumitru, some 500 …and more » [Link]

Agriculture Ministry seeks to turn 76000 subsistence farms into commercial ones – Financiarul

Posted 11 weeks ago
FinanciarulAgriculture Ministry seeks to turn 76000 subsistence farms into commercial onesFinanciarul… into commercial farms, announced on Thursday Minister of Agriculture Mihail Dumitru in a conference focused on the future Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

EU to introduce concept of 'dynamic debt'

Posted 11 weeks ago
EU leaders yesterday (17 June) agreed to curb excessive public debt in the wake of the Greek crisis, with sanctions for rule-breakers set to be based on debt trends rather than absolute figures in order to avoid immediate sanctions for … [Link]

EU to step up raw materials 'diplomacy'

Posted 11 weeks ago
An EU expert group has identified 14 raw materials seen as "critical" for EU high-tech and eco-industries and suggested that the European Union's global diplomacy should be geared up to ensure that companies gain easier access to them in future. [Link]

Name and shame regional fund fraudsters online, say MEPs

Posted 11 weeks ago
MEPs earlier this week backed a report recommending that the European Commission improve the transparency of EU funding, including publishing online the names of people who abuse or defraud regional and cohesion funds. [Link]

Politics, law and money, the critical points of Polish innovation – Polish Market

Posted 11 weeks ago
Politics, law and money, the critical points of Polish innovationPolish MarketIn the short term, acquisition of means under the terms of the Common Agricultural Policy and Cohesion Fund is of course more effective. … [Link]

Spending cuts threaten farming schemes – FarmersWeekly

Posted 11 weeks ago
Spending cuts threaten farming schemesFarmersWeeklyFor every £4 spent by the UK government on agri-environment schemes, an additional £6 is allocated from the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Farm Bill Hearing; Biofuels; Climate Issues; and Animal Agriculture

Posted 11 weeks ago
Farm Bill Hearing: USDA-SRA Crop Insurance Proposal a Prominent Issue A House Ag Committee news release from yesterday stated that, “House Agriculture Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management Chairman Leonard Boswell, D-Iowa, today held the Subcommittee’s first hearing … [Link]

Algeria vs England: Development Scorecard – The Africa Report

Posted 11 weeks ago
Algeria vs England: Development ScorecardThe Africa Report… of the agricultural sector, spending more than 40% of its 2010 budget (€60 billion) on agricultural subsidies through its Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Turkey, France test the water before Sarkozy visit

Posted 11 weeks ago
Turkish President Abdullah Gül and France's State Secretary for Europe Pierre Lellouche spoke to EurActiv at an Istanbul conference, which appeared to be a dress rehearsal ahead of a 'make or break' visit by French President Nicolas Sarkozy to Turkey … [Link]

EU countries to publish bank stress test

Posted 11 weeks ago
All European Union countries will publish the results of stress tests on their banks in the second half of July at the latest to boost investor confidence in the financial sector, EU President Herman Van Rompuy said. [Link]

EU leaders put transactions tax back on G20 agenda

Posted 11 weeks ago
Nicolas Sarkozy and Angela Merkel won EU support for a tax on financial transactions at a European summit yesterday (17 June), even though the idea has found little traction at global level. [Link]

Europe could face hundreds of Iran missiles, US warns

Posted 11 weeks ago
US intelligence showing Iran likely would have the capability to attack Europe with "scores or even hundreds" of missiles factored into the Obama administration's decision to overhaul missile defence, Defence Secretary Robert Gates said on 17 June. [Link]

Britain wins opt-out from EU 'economic government'

Posted 11 weeks ago
UK Prime Minister David Cameron secured an opt-out on closer economic integration, claiming a victory at his first EU summit in Brussels yesterday (17 June). [Link]

EC Outlines GNSS Applications Action Plan – Inside GNSS

Posted 11 weeks ago
Inside GNSSEC Outlines GNSS Applications Action PlanInside GNSS… management and control systems for the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy, and future intelligent transportation system (ITS) applications. … [Link]

Reform 'huge step' to greener future – Scotsman

Posted 11 weeks ago
Reform 'huge step' to greener futureScotsmanAFTER piloting his report on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy through the European Parliament's agriculture committee, Scottish MEP George Lyon …and more » [Link]

Michael McCarthy: Cuts that could silence the skylark – Independent

Posted 11 weeks ago
Michael McCarthy: Cuts that could silence the skylarkIndependent… had paid a terrible price for the intensive farming which membership of the European Union and its crazy Common Agricultural Policy had brought with it, … [Link]

Leading article: Cameron's surprisingly constructive approach – Independent

Posted 11 weeks ago
Leading article: Cameron's surprisingly constructive approachIndependentThe Common Agricultural Policy and the EU budget are traditional conflict points. But the ongoing economic and financial emergency across the eurozone and …and more » [Link]

Reform huge step to greener future – Scotsman

Posted 11 weeks ago
Reform huge step to greener futureScotsmanAFTER piloting his report on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy through the European Parliament's agriculture committee, Scottish MEP George Lyon …and more » [Link]

EU Summit Text Excerpts: Stress Test Results By End of July – Market News International

Posted 11 weeks ago
EU Summit Text Excerpts: Stress Test Results By End of JulyMarket News InternationalAll common policies, including the common agricultural policy and cohesion policy, will need to support the strategy. A sustainable, productive and …and more » [Link]

Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated' – ENDS Europe (subscription)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated'ENDS Europe (subscription)In a resolution on the future of the EU's common agricultural policy (CAP) adopted by the European Parliament's agriculture committee on Wednesday, … [Link]

Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated' – ENDS Europe (subscription)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Green compliance rules for farmers 'outdated'ENDS Europe (subscription)In a resolution on the future of the EU's common agricultural policy (CAP) adopted by the European Parliament's agriculture committee on Wednesday, … [Link]

CAP provides another bumper payout for landowners – U.TV

Posted 11 weeks ago
CAP provides another bumper payout for landownersU.TVLast month, the watchdog group Farmsubsidy.org collated the EU figures which identify where the €55bn common agricultural policy (CAP) subsidies went in …and more » [Link]

CAP provides another bumper payout for landowners – The Guardian

Posted 11 weeks ago
The GuardianCAP provides another bumper payout for landownersThe GuardianLast month, the watchdog group Farmsubsidy.org collated the EU figures which identify where the €55bn common agricultural policy (CAP) subsidies went in …and more » [Link]

Let's be friends – Economist

Posted 11 weeks ago
EconomistLet's be friendsEconomist… in the end, be rows: over financial-services regulation, oversight of national budgets, the British rebate, reform of the common agricultural policy… …and more » [Link]

Bill Cash speaks out for UK Sovereignty ahead of EU Summit – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Bill Cash speaks out for UK Sovereignty ahead of EU SummitDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)Europe has failed over CAP, CFP, Eurostat: “The common agricultural policy, the common fisheries policy and the EUROSTAT statistical system have all failed. … [Link]

Northern Ireland Assembly hears statement on North/South Ministerial Council … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Northern Ireland Assembly hears statement on North/South Ministerial Council …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… publish a review of the EU budget in June or July 2010 as well as a communication on the future of the common agricultural policy (CAP) in … [Link]

Parliament wants sports agents to get EU licence

Posted 11 weeks ago
In a drive to stop illegal practices involving football players' agents, the European Parliament adopted a resolution today (17 June) asking for the introduction of a European licensing system for agents. [Link]

Govt Quarterly Report – Agriculture – isleofman.com

Posted 11 weeks ago
Govt Quarterly Report – Agricultureisleofman.comTHE NEW EU Agriculture Commissioner, Dacian Ciolos, has launched a public debate on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). … [Link]

EU deal signals ban on illegal timber

Posted 11 weeks ago
After years of debate, EU legislators yesterday (16 June) reached a deal to ban illegal timber from entering the common market as of 2012. [Link]

Russia in pipeline war with Bulgaria

Posted 11 weeks ago
Gazprom, the Russian state-owned gas monopoly, is ready to exclude Bulgaria from its planned South Stream pipeline, apparently in retaliation to Sofia's decision to scrap an oil pipeline designed to circumvent the Bosphorus strait, the Russian daily Kommersant writes today … [Link]

Food industry wins battle on 'traffic light' labels

Posted 11 weeks ago
The European Parliament yesterday (16 June) voted to make nutrition labelling of pre-packed foods mandatory, but rejected calls by health and consumer organisations' for a traffic light system giving consumers a visual warning for high fat, sugar or salt content … [Link]

EU warned about erecting new barriers to growth

Posted 11 weeks ago
Austerity measures to cut public debt and rein in speculation on the euro, while necessary in some countries, are threatening to kill Europe's fragile economic recovery, policymakers warned ahead of a summit today (17 June) aimed at strengthening budget discipline … [Link]

EU leaders split on sanctions for budget offenders

Posted 11 weeks ago
Imposing tougher sanctions on countries with debt problems, such as Greece, would exacerbate the economic crisis and disadvantage Eastern European countries, diplomats said ahead of a summit today (17 June) on strengthening EU budget discipline rules. [Link]

Crop Insurance (SRA); Conservation Issues; Hearings; Climate Issues; Biofuels; and Ag Economy

Posted 11 weeks ago
Crop Insurance-Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA) Yesterday on the AgriTalk Radio Program with Mike Adams, Risk Management Agency Administrator Bill Murphy and National Crop Insurance Services President Bob Parkerson, presented different perspectives on USDA’s release of the final draft of the … [Link]

Croatia aligns its constitution with EU

Posted 11 weeks ago
As Croatia edges closer towards EU accession, its parliament adopted yesterday (16 June) amendments to the constitution to bring it in line with EU requirements, the local press reports. [Link]

EU seals language rights law for criminal trials

Posted 11 weeks ago
People in Europe facing criminal proceedings outside their country of residence came within touching distance of receiving translation and interpretation in their own language yesterday (16 June), after the European Parliament gave its backing to EU legislation on the issue. … [Link]

IEA backs nuclear in low-carbon race

Posted 11 weeks ago
Nuclear power could generate nearly a quarter of the world's electricity by mid-century, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said yesterday (16 June), arguing that it will be a key technology in curbing global warming. [Link]

Parliament votes to limit truckers’ working hours

Posted 11 weeks ago
A slim majority of MEPs yesterday (16 June) rejected the European Commission's recommendation that self-employed truckers be exempted from rules governing working time, concluding what had become a lengthy political battle between the forces of left and right. [Link]

Cross-border EU divorce rules made easy in 14 member states

Posted 11 weeks ago
International couples living in 14 EU countries will be able to choose which country's jurisdiction should apply to their divorce as the European Parliament finally backed proposals tabled by the EU executive four years ago. [Link]

Wales – Gareth Vaughan Re-elected as FUW President – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Wales – Gareth Vaughan Re-elected as FUW PresidentMeattradenewsdaily (blog)These figures point to the central importance of the Common Agricultural Policy ‑ and particularly direct payments ‑ to our rural economy. …and more » [Link]

The new EU agricultural policy – Balkans.com Business News

Posted 11 weeks ago
Balkans.com Business NewsThe new EU agricultural policyBalkans.com Business News… against and no abstentions are the Agriculture Committee's contribution to the debate on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

Bringing China into the International System – Roubini.com (subscription)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Bringing China into the International SystemRoubini.com (subscription)… (tossing out the common agricultural policy jumps to mind) and get India more engaged in strengthening the international system rather than deciding, …and more » [Link]

Parliament committee to study EU spending – European Voice

Posted 11 weeks ago
Parliament committee to study EU spendingEuropean Voice… the EU should levy its own taxes, and whether cherished programmes such as the Common Agricultural Policy should be scaled back or renationalised. … [Link]

MEPs oppose CAP renationalisation – Europolitics.info

Posted 11 weeks ago
MEPs oppose CAP renationalisationEuropolitics.info.~ if Europe's farmers are to continue to deliver these services to society, the budget of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) must "be at least. …and more » [Link]

New strategy needed to reward farmers fairly – NW Evening Mail

Posted 11 weeks ago
NW Evening MailNew strategy needed to reward farmers fairlyNW Evening MailThe report recommended that farmers should be rewarded for protecting natural assets with funding from the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Move to 30% CO2 cuts 'feasible' if distributed across sectors

Posted 11 weeks ago
The EU could cut emissions by 30% by 2020 without incurring any additional costs, according to Niklas Höhne, director of energy and climate policy at renewable energy consultancy Ecofys. But the switch to a higher target needs to be balanced … [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – The Ecologist

Posted 11 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesThe Ecologist… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – The Ecologist

Posted 11 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesThe Ecologist… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

EU leaders 'failing growth test'

Posted 11 weeks ago
European business groups have heaped pressure on EU leaders ahead of tomorrow's key summit in Brussels, accusing politicians of failing to embrace pro-growth reforms. [Link]

Regions in Ireland, Spain receive EU funds to fight jobs crisis

Posted 11 weeks ago
The European Parliament yesterday (15 June) approved EU Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGAF) aid for regions in Ireland and Spain, two of the EU countries hit hardest by the global recession. The funding should be seen as a "hand-up, not a … [Link]

EU advised to table rules for dairy contracts

Posted 11 weeks ago
After eight months of brainstorming, an EU expert group has drummed up seven recommendations to stabilise the dairy market and ensure a fair income for producers. [Link]

Slovak right backs Radičová to lead cabinet

Posted 11 weeks ago
Slovakia's centre-right opposition parties agreed yesterday (15 June) to form a cabinet led by Christian Democratic Union (SDKU) leader Iveta Radičová after winning a combined majority in a weekend vote. [Link]

Uplands report needs more depth – CLA – Farming UK

Posted 11 weeks ago
Uplands report needs more depth – CLAFarming UKI very much hope that those making the decisions on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) fully take account of the contents of the report to …and more » [Link]

Hill farming 'on brink': Rural Communities Commission – meatinfo.co.uk

Posted 11 weeks ago
Hill farming 'on brink': Rural Communities Commissionmeatinfo.co.ukNew funding mechanisms are required as part of the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy from 2013," said the report. The inquiry found a lack of …and more » [Link]

European Parliament – The new EU agricultural policy – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 11 weeks ago
European Parliament – The new EU agricultural policyISRIA (registration)… against and no abstentions are the Agriculture Committee's contribution to the debate on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

EP Committee – The new EU agricultural policy – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 11 weeks ago
EP Committee – The new EU agricultural policyDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… against and no abstentions are the Agriculture Committee's contribution to the debate on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

The New EU Agricultural Policy – Eurasia Review

Posted 11 weeks ago
The New EU Agricultural PolicyEurasia Review… against and no abstentions are the Agriculture Committee's contribution to the debate on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

Crop Insurance (SRA); Climate Issues; Food Prices (FAO Report); Biofuels; USDA; and Financial Regulation

Posted 11 weeks ago
Crop Insurance- USDA-SRA Yesterday, the American Association of Crop Insurers issued a statement on the release of the final draft of the 2011 Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA); in part, the statement indicated that, “The draft of the 2011 Standard Reinsurance … [Link]

OECD, UN predict 40% rise in food prices by 2020

Posted 11 weeks ago
Growing demand from emerging markets and biofuel production are expected to drive up farm commodity prices leading to increased food insecurity, warns the latest outlook on global agricultural markets. [Link]

Romania – Minister of Foreign Affairs Teodor Baconschi attends General Affairs … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 11 weeks ago
Romania – Minister of Foreign Affairs Teodor Baconschi attends General Affairs …ISRIA (registration)It also underlined the importance of the Cohesion Policy and Common Agricultural Policy in meeting the objectives of the EU 2020 Strategy. …and more » [Link]

The new EU agricultural policy – European Parliament (press release)

Posted 11 weeks ago
The new EU agricultural policyEuropean Parliament (press release)… against and no abstentions are the Agriculture Committee's contribution to the debate on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2013. …and more » [Link]

EU leaders to end dispute over 2020 targets

Posted 11 weeks ago
After months of quarrelling, EU member states are set to agree on numerical targets to improve the European social economy by 2020, including education and poverty, according to the draft conclusions of tomorrow's EU summit, obtained by EurActiv. [Link]

Macedonia to add 'Vardar' to its name

Posted 11 weeks ago
According to reports, Macedonia is close to finding a formula to defuse its long-standing name dispute with Greece, which has prevented the former Yugoslav republic from starting EU accession talks and has kept it outside the NATO alliance. [Link]

Budapest installs ethnic Hungarian as EP vice-president

Posted 11 weeks ago
Former Romanian dissident László Tőkés, an ethnic Hungarian, was yesterday (15 June) elected European Parliament vice-president at the insistence of Budapest, EurActiv has learned. EurActiv Romania contributed to this article. [Link]

Irish grid capable of accommodating 40% renewables

Posted 11 weeks ago
Ireland's power system can handle 40% renewable electricity, but higher levels of wind power pose challenges to grid stability, a new technical analysis has shown. [Link]

Rifkin: European dream not dead yet

Posted 11 weeks ago
Despite the economic crisis and the struggle to save the euro, the European dream is not dead yet: what Europe needs is an "economic vision and game plan that would create a seamless, distributive energy grid" to build a third … [Link]

The Other Kind Of Rent – Motley Fool UK

Posted 11 weeks ago
The Other Kind Of RentMotley Fool UKFor example, the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is a nothing more than a massive economic rent given to Europe's agriculture industry. … [Link]

MEPs flex new muscles as Europe's power shifts – Financial Times

Posted 11 weeks ago
MEPs flex new muscles as Europe's power shiftsFinancial TimesSuch challenges could become more contentious as MEPs wade into the debate on the pending reform of the common agricultural policy, a sprawling dossier that …and more » [Link]

The Common Agricultural Policy is not just for farmers – Gozo News

Posted 11 weeks ago
Gozo NewsThe Common Agricultural Policy is not just for farmersGozo News“The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is not just a policy for farmers,” emphasised Dacian Ciolos, European Commissioner for Agriculture, in a message sent … [Link]

MEPs flex new-found muscles – Financial Times

Posted 11 weeks ago
MEPs flex new-found musclesFinancial TimesSuch challenges could become more contentious as MEPs wade into the debate over the pending reform of the common agricultural policy, a sprawling dossier …and more » [Link]

MPs debate UK Parliamentary Sovereignty and the EU – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 11 weeks ago
MPs debate UK Parliamentary Sovereignty and the EUDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)Additionally, there is the higher cost of food which is a result of being a member of the common agricultural policy. Mr Cash: I pay tribute to the hon. … [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – U.TV

Posted 11 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesU.TV… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – U.TV

Posted 11 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesU.TV… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – The Guardian

Posted 11 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesThe Guardian… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urges – The Guardian

Posted 11 weeks ago
Pay hill farmers to protect water supply and carbon sinks, report urgesThe Guardian… that Whitehall target European funding for much of the proposed scheme, taking advantage of pending reforms in the EU's common agricultural policy. …and more » [Link]

EU-Montenegro relations

Posted 11 weeks ago
Despite problems with corruption and organised crime, Montenegro, a small Adriatic country with a population of less than a million, is set to open EU membership talks as early as 2011. [Link]

MEPs attack Merkel and Sarkozy ahead of summit

Posted 11 weeks ago
A united European Parliament came out all guns blazing today, tearing into EU leaders for attempting to bypass MEPs and the European Commission in the power struggle over new economic governance measures. [Link]

EU to open membership talks with Iceland

Posted 11 weeks ago
At their summit on 17 June, EU leaders will recommend opening accession negotiations with Iceland, read draft Council conclusions obtained by EurActiv. [Link]

Commission teams up with EIB on climate finance initiative

Posted 11 weeks ago
The European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) yesterday (14 June) agreed to explore a joint climate finance initiative to provide funding for developing countries. They also made public a political agreement on mobilising billions for clean energy projects … [Link]

MEPs' anti-terror decision on a knife edge

Posted 11 weeks ago
EU Home Affairs Commissioner Cecila Malmström is today (15 June) lobbying MEPs in a last-ditch attempt to build a majority ahead of a key European Parliament vote on the new EU-US 'SWIFT' anti-terror agreement. [Link]

Ministers pave way for first EU 'Citizens' Initiatives'

Posted 11 weeks ago
EU governments yesterday (14 June) outlined a "general approach" to the European Citizens' Initiative, paving the way for citizens to call on the European Commission to table legislative proposals on specific issues. [Link]

Croatia sees breakthrough in EU talks

Posted 11 weeks ago
The Netherlands and Slovenia have lifted their veto of two key chapters in Croatia's ongoing EU membership talks, raising hopes that the country could soon become the bloc's 28th member. [Link]

Crop Insurance; Farm Bill; Ag – Rural Economy; Water Issues; Climate Issues; Biofuels; and USDA

Posted 12 weeks ago
Crop Insurance: Standard Reinsurance Agreement DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton reported yesterday (link requires subscription) that, “Crop insurers are upset that USDA officials are not yielding on contract negotiations that would reduce payments to insurers by $6 billion over … [Link]

'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – Pullicino – Malta Independent Online

Posted 12 weeks ago
'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – PullicinoMalta Independent OnlineMinister Pullicino brought to a close a conference organised by MEUSAC entitled 'Europe's Common Agricultural Policy; Now & Beyond'. … [Link]

'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – Pullicino – Malta Independent Online

Posted 12 weeks ago
'Aspiring farmers hindered by false myths' – PullicinoMalta Independent OnlineOn his behalf, EU Commissioner Dacian Ciolos said during the conference that “the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is not just a policy for farmers, … [Link]

Pay our farmers to save the country's beautiful landscapes – This is Somerset

Posted 12 weeks ago
Pay our farmers to save the country's beautiful landscapesThis is SomersetThe report says hill farmers need more, rather than less, support when the Common Agricultural Policy is reformed in 2013 to reward them for managing …and more » [Link]

'Millions wasted' in drive to help uplands – Yorkshire Post

Posted 12 weeks ago
'Millions wasted' in drive to help uplandsYorkshire PostThe CRC makes 10 recommendations which include using funding under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to reward farmers for protecting natural assets and …and more » [Link]

Merkel, Sarkozy eye watered-down economic governance

Posted 12 weeks ago
Following a meeting in Berlin on 14 June, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Nicolas Sarkozy agreed to put forward a compromise plan for an "economic government" of the EU. EurActiv Germany contributed to this article. [Link]

Pay our farmers to save the country's beautiful landscapes – Bristol Evening Post

Posted 12 weeks ago
Pay our farmers to save the country's beautiful landscapesBristol Evening PostThe report says hill farmers need more, rather than less, support when the Common Agricultural Policy is reformed in 2013 to reward them for managing …and more » [Link]

'Millions wasted'in drive to help uplands – Yorkshire Post

Posted 12 weeks ago
'Millions wasted'in drive to help uplandsYorkshire PostThe CRC makes 10 recommendations which include using funding under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to reward farmers for protecting natural assets and … [Link]

Today – Commission for Rural Communities call for incentives to help Uplands – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Today – Commission for Rural Communities call for incentives to help UplandsDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)"The Common Agricultural Policy is now being rethought and the funding that goes with it. "(For example), there are developing markets around carbon … …and more … [Link]

MPs debate Emerging Economies – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 12 weeks ago
MPs debate Emerging EconomiesDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)Likewise, we need to restart the Doha round with an enhanced offer from the European Union on the common agricultural policy, especially now that the …and more » [Link]

Merkel, Sarkozy contemplate watered-down economic governance

Posted 12 weeks ago
Following a meeting in Berlin on 14 June, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Nicolas Sarkozy agreed to put forward a compromise plan for an "economic government" of the EU. EurActiv Germany contributed to this article. [Link]

EU leaders to back stricter budget plans, with sanctions

Posted 12 weeks ago
Meeting at a summit on Thursday (17 June), European Union leaders will agree to present future budget plans to the European Commission for assessment and penalise countries which do not aim for budget balance, according to draft conclusions. [Link]

Parliament raises fresh doubts about EU health bill

Posted 12 weeks ago
Last week's landmark agreement by EU health ministers on cross-border healthcare has been hailed as a breakthrough but members of parliament, doctors and patient groups say more work still needs to be done before the new rules can be implemented. [Link]

EU mulls restrictions on short-selling

Posted 12 weeks ago
The European Commission yesterday (14 June) said it wants to give market supervisors the authority to either ban or restrict short-selling and credit default swaps but disagreement is still rife on whether the EU or national authorities should be in … [Link]

Serbia takes decisive step in EU effort

Posted 12 weeks ago
Serbia took a step forward yesterday (14 June) on the road to joining the European Union, with EU governments rewarding its improved cooperation with the UN war crimes tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. [Link]

Health group calls for ‘usable’ information on food

Posted 12 weeks ago
The European Heart Network (EHN) called on MEPs to back "fair presentation" of the nutritional content of food products and called on the industry to be "more modest with marketing" ahead of a European Parliament vote tomorrow (16 June) on … [Link]

Funding to protect England's uplands urged – Independent

Posted 12 weeks ago
Funding to protect England's uplands urgedIndependentRecommendations in the report include targeting funding under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), which is up for reform, to reward farmers for protecting …and more » [Link]

Sheep working party elects new vice chairman – Farming UK

Posted 12 weeks ago
Sheep working party elects new vice chairmanFarming UKThe future of the CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) post 2013 will be one of our top priorities. We must maintain a strong CAP that has food production as … [Link]

Defense of the EU Lacks Substance – Heritage.org (blog)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Heritage.org (blog)Defense of the EU Lacks SubstanceHeritage.org (blog)Or, if this point is meant as a defense of the Common Agricultural Policy, it fails to take into account the enormous costs of that program, … [Link]

EU ministers rally support for 30% CO2 cuts

Posted 12 weeks ago
The majority of EU environment ministers lent their support on Friday (11 June) for deeper CO2 cuts later this year, with several, including France's Jean-Louis Borloo, speaking strongly in favour. Italy's minister, however, said the move was not backed by … [Link]

Moldova most EU-friendly Eastern country, survey reveals

Posted 12 weeks ago
Citizens of Belarus are largely uninterested in the EU, while sympathies in Ukraine are divided between Brussels and Moscow. By contrast, a large majority in Moldova would like to see a deepening of the country's relations with the Union, reveals … [Link]

Scottish Government must fight to keep EU funding, says parliamentary committee – Fishnewseu (blog)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Scottish Government must fight to keep EU funding, says parliamentary committeeFishnewseu (blog)“The contribution of Scotland's farmers and fishermen is also of importance, and whilst the committee recognises that the CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) … [Link]

Farm Bill Issues; Ag Econ (Peanuts); and Climate Issues

Posted 12 weeks ago
Farm Bill: Nutrition Carolyn Lochhead reported on Friday at the San Francisco Chronicle Online that, “Rep. George Miller enlisted the help of San Francisco chef Charles Phan as he proposed legislation Thursday that would spend $8 billion more on school … [Link]

Schengen celebrates, prepares for enlargement

Posted 12 weeks ago
Bulgaria and Romania have both moved closer to Schengen area as the European Commission today (14 June) marks the 25th anniversary of the Schengen Agreement, providing for the gradual abolition of frontier checks at their common borders with other EU … [Link]

Weakened Merkel to face crucial EU summit

Posted 12 weeks ago
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is set to face unhappy allies at the next summit of EU leaders on Thursday (17 June), where European economic governance and a possible EU bank levy feature among the top economic issues on the agenda. … [Link]

Slovakia turns to centre-right

Posted 12 weeks ago
Slovakia is likely to form a centre-right government after elections held on 12 June were narrowly won by the ruling centre-left SMER-SD party, which stands no chance of forming a coalition. A similar development was seen in the Czech Republic … [Link]

Flemish nationalists triumph in Belgium

Posted 12 weeks ago
The N-VA, a nationalist party, secured a sweeping victory in the Dutch-speaking part of Belgium in national elections held on Sunday (13 June), paving the way for more powers to be delegated to the regions in the country that hosts … [Link]

N.Ireland – Public support for farming – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 12 weeks ago
N.Ireland – Public support for farmingMeattradenewsdaily (blog)… has welcomed findings from a special Eurobarometer survey of public opinion throughout the EU on agriculture and the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Not a penny more for EU, says Treasury minister Justine Greening – Forex Factory

Posted 12 weeks ago
Not a penny more for EU, says Treasury minister Justine GreeningForex Factory… will tell Europe that Britain will not pay a penny more towards the Brussels budget and will fight for reform of the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

Price cut set for Norfolk's key beet crop – Norfolk Eastern Daily Press

Posted 12 weeks ago
Price cut set for Norfolk's key beet cropNorfolk Eastern Daily PressMr Martin, who farms at Littleport, near Ely, said that the big challenge was to work together as Europe's reform of the Common Agricultural Policy would … [Link]

Special investigation: Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech … – Daily Mail

Posted 12 weeks ago
Daily MailSpecial investigation: Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech …Daily Mail… and from decisions about reform of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, which could involve both GM and the huge sugar beet industry. …and more » [Link]

Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech lobbyist Caroline … – Daily Mail

Posted 12 weeks ago
Daily MailDo government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech lobbyist Caroline …Daily Mail… and from decisions about reform of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, which could involve both GM and the huge sugar beet industry. …and more » [Link]

Special investigation: Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech … – Daily Mail

Posted 12 weeks ago
Daily MailSpecial investigation: Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech …Daily Mail… and from decisions about reform of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, which could involve both GM and the huge sugar beet industry. …and more » [Link]

Do government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech lobbyist Caroline … – Daily Mail

Posted 12 weeks ago
Daily MailDo government's GM-friendly plans make former biotech lobbyist Caroline …Daily Mail… and from decisions about reform of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, which could involve both GM and the huge sugar beet industry. …and more » [Link]

Sweden shuts its embassy, but the Philippines still flies the flag – Irish Times

Posted 12 weeks ago
Irish TimesSweden shuts its embassy, but the Philippines still flies the flagIrish TimesSWEDEN AND IRELAND disagree on the common agricultural policy, with Sweden opposing subsidies and supporting a free market, but this isn't the reason that … [Link]

Standing up for Scotland – one year on – Perthshire Advertiser

Posted 12 weeks ago
Standing up for Scotland – one year onPerthshire AdvertiserIn this role I have been writing a report on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy. In the coming years we are facing the perfect storm of rising … [Link]

Thorpe councillor in wildlife plea to Europe – Staines News

Posted 12 weeks ago
Thorpe councillor in wildlife plea to EuropeStaines NewsThe day before Mrs Gillham's opinion was considered, an opinion on the Common Agricultural Policy fielded more than 100 amendments which needed to be voted … [Link]

Public debate on CAP closes – Europolitics.info

Posted 12 weeks ago
Public debate on CAP closesEuropolitics.infoAt midnight on 11 June, the European Commission closes the internet-based public debate on the future of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, launched on 12 …and more » [Link]

Spanish EU Presidency – Espinosa stresses that Europe wishes to continue to … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Spanish EU Presidency – Espinosa stresses that Europe wishes to continue to …ISRIA (registration)'Let's not forget that Spanish agriculture is [part of] common agricultural policy. There is no reason why a specific form of production should not be …and more … [Link]

Public debate on CAP closes – Europolitics.info

Posted 12 weeks ago
Public debate on CAP closesEuropolitics.infoAt midnight on 11 June, the European Commission closes the internet-based public debate on the future of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, launched on 12 …and more » [Link]

Cherry ripe: a right rip-off – Daelnet

Posted 12 weeks ago
DaelnetCherry ripe: a right rip-offDaelnet… it comes to dealing with any form of agriculture and the machinations of that all-consuming bureaucratic monster, the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). … [Link]

UK, US slam EU hedge fund rules

Posted 12 weeks ago
US and UK financial regulators today (11 June) launched an attack against pending EU rules on hedge funds, which they say go beyond international standards and make it difficult for US investment funds to access the 27-member bloc's market. [Link]

Oil nations block switch to 1.5°C climate goal

Posted 12 weeks ago
Two weeks of climate talks in Bonn saw developing countries launch a new push to agree on stricter targets for halting global warming, only for the deal to be killed by Saudi Arabia. The blow came as new data showed … [Link]

First ever World Cup in Africa kicks off

Posted 12 weeks ago
As football fever takes hold of the world for the next month, the majority of South Africans believe in the potential long-term benefits of hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, such as national unity and improving the country's image as … [Link]

Parliament twists Ashton's arm over EEAS

Posted 12 weeks ago
The European Parliament is giving EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Catherine Ashton a hard time, as political group leaders yesterday (10 June) delivered a clear message that they disliked her proposals for the European Union's new diplomatic service. They … [Link]

Kroes presses ahead with open IT standards

Posted 12 weeks ago
Dominant players in Europe's IT industry will face an EU drive for open standards, starting with services in the public sector, Neelie Kroes, the EU's commissioner for the Digital Agenda, told a conference yesterday (10 June). [Link]

Crop Insurance: USDA-SRA; Climate Issues; Farm Bill; Biofuels; and Trade

Posted 12 weeks ago
Crop Insurance: USDA-SRA Bloomberg writer Alan Bjerga reported yesterday that, “Wells Fargo & Co., Ace Ltd. and other companies that provide crop insurance to farmers will receive $6 billion less in federal funding over 10 years under a proposal by … [Link]

Perception of corruption in Western Balkans ‘increasing’

Posted 12 weeks ago
Corruption weighs heavily on peoples' minds in the Western Balkans and the general perception in the region is that it is increasing in both the public and private sectors, observed speakers at an event hosted by Gallup House yesterday (10 … [Link]

Euro Crisis: Tension over Currency for Sarkozy, Merkel – TIME

Posted 12 weeks ago
Euro Crisis: Tension over Currency for Sarkozy, MerkelTIMEIndeed, many of the EU's biggest achievements — including founding the euro and managing the Common Agricultural Policy — arose from France and Germany …and more » [Link]

Hungary accused of meddling in Slovak poll

Posted 12 weeks ago
Hungary's ruling centre-right Fidesz party stands accused of "rocking the boat" ahead of Slovakia's election tomorrow (12 June), with Bratislava denouncing a law that makes it easier for ethnic Magyars living abroad to obtain Hungarian citizenship. EurActiv Slovakia contributed to … [Link]

Euro Crisis Strains Franco-German Alliance – TIME

Posted 12 weeks ago
Euro Crisis Strains Franco-German AllianceTIMEIndeed, many of the EU's biggest achievements — including founding the euro and managing the Common Agricultural Policy — arose from France and Germany …and more » [Link]

SEMINAR TO STUDY HOW TO GET BEST VALUE FROM RURAL DEVELOPMENT FUND – PublicNet

Posted 12 weeks ago
SEMINAR TO STUDY HOW TO GET BEST VALUE FROM RURAL DEVELOPMENT FUNDPublicNetCo-ordinator Terry Carroll, said: the seminar would look at the future of the Common Agricultural Policy and how EU rural development funding might play out …and more » [Link]

Quality of EU bathing water declining: Report

Posted 12 weeks ago
The 2009 EU bathing water quality report shows that some 95.6% of bathing water in coastal areas and 89.4% in rivers and lakes complied with the bloc's minimum quality standards. [Link]

Euro rescue plan averts disaster but fears persist

Posted 12 weeks ago
A month after the European Union announced plans for the biggest international bailout in history, the scheme is preventing financial disaster but failing to calm persistent fears in the markets. [Link]

EU promotes ‘green jobs’ as way out of crisis

Posted 12 weeks ago
Plans to create a generation of 'green' jobs will involve low-skilled as well as high-skilled workers, and could therefore play a key social function in addressing Europe's unemployment crisis, EU officials and MEPs told a Brussels conference yesterday (10 June). … [Link]

Commission slammed over 'systemic' late payments

Posted 12 weeks ago
The EU executive has been criticised by the European Ombudsman for its failure to pay its contractors on time. The embarrassing report comes as MEPs prepare to vote on the Commission's revamped Late Payments Directive. [Link]

Industry hails UK decision on interest rate

Posted 12 weeks ago
The Bank of England's decision to hold interest rates at a record low of 0.5% and to press ahead with its £200 billion (€242 billion) quantitative easing scheme has been welcomed by business leaders. [Link]

Reform debate touches taboos – Europolitics.info

Posted 12 weeks ago
Reform debate touches taboosEuropolitics.infoThe debate is already sparking passionate reactions and touching taboos like renationalisation of the Common Agricultural Policy and the Cohesion Policy, … [Link]

European regulators targeting food supply industry – Lexology (registration)

Posted 12 weeks ago
European regulators targeting food supply industryLexology (registration)… expressly acknowledged by the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, and can lead to significant efficiencies and economies of scale, they can also be used as … [Link]

Bulgarian Mayor Ecstatic over Revenues from Wind Energy – Novinite.com

Posted 12 weeks ago
Novinite.comBulgarian Mayor Ecstatic over Revenues from Wind EnergyNovinite.com… projects,” Tsonev stated during a seminar dedicated to the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy of the EU in the northeastern city of Dobrich. … [Link]

European regulators targeting food supply industry – Lexology (registration)

Posted 12 weeks ago
European regulators targeting food supply industryLexology (registration)… expressly acknowledged by the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, and can lead to significant efficiencies and economies of scale, they can also be used as … [Link]

Welsh Assembly debates the Rural Development Sub Committee's Inquiry into the … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Welsh Assembly debates the Rural Development Sub Committee's Inquiry into the …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)I am also pleased that the Government accepts our recommendation that the new common agricultural policy post 2013 should include a special provision for … [Link]

Parliament set to derail EU-US anti-terror talks

Posted 12 weeks ago
A new EU-US anti-terror agreement still infringes the European Union's laws on data protection and civil liberties, say MEPs who, following talks with the European Commission today (10 June), plan to vote against the accord. [Link]

America's unhelpful interventions on Turkey – Economist (blog)

Posted 12 weeks ago
America's unhelpful interventions on TurkeyEconomist (blog)Other Turkey-sceptics worry about the huge number of farmers in Turkey and how the Common Agricultural Policy would cope with their accession. …and more » [Link]

Regions want say on aid distribution – Europolitics.info

Posted 12 weeks ago
Regions want say on aid distributionEuropolitics.info… according to an own-initiative opinion on “the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) post-2013,” put to the vote on 9 May by the EU's Committee … [Link]

Power firms, wind sector join calls for EU grid plan

Posted 12 weeks ago
A more coordinated approach to electricity grid planning is needed if Europe is to reap the benefits of large-scale investment in renewable energies, said large EU power firms and the wind sector in a joint statement yesterday (9 June). [Link]

De Boer passes on UN climate negotiation baton

Posted 12 weeks ago
As the latest round of talks draw to a close, outgoing UN climate chief Yvo de Boer warned of slow progress in the negotiations, leaving his successor with the daunting task of concluding a new global climate treaty in 2011. … [Link]

MEPs to derail EU-US anti-terror talks

Posted 12 weeks ago
A new EU-US anti-terror agreement still infringes the European Union's laws on data protection and civil liberties, say MEPs who, following talks with the European Commission today (10 June), plan to vote against the accord. [Link]

Experts seek to lift taboo on European budget – EurActiv

Posted 12 weeks ago
Experts seek to lift taboo on European budgetEurActivA lot of questions remain as to whether core EU spending should be renationalised, particularly the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and cohesion policy. …and more » [Link]

Experts seek to lift taboo on European budget

Posted 12 weeks ago
While EU finance ministers squabble over European Commission demands that national governments must send their budgets to the EU executive for review before they are sent to national parliaments, MEPs and experts have drawn up strategic proposals to create the … [Link]

Commission sets rules for green biofuel label

Posted 12 weeks ago
To ensure that biofuels contributing to the EU's 20% renewable target are produced in a sustainable manner, the European Commission called for industry and governments to set up certification schemes. [Link]

NFU condemns EU trade talks with Mercosur – meatinfo.co.uk

Posted 12 weeks ago
NFU condemns EU trade talks with Mercosurmeatinfo.co.ukThe farmers also pledged to work together to ensure Single Farm Payments were fully protected in the planned changes to the Common Agricultural Policy … [Link]

Climate Issues; EPA; Ag Economy; Farm Bill; and Financial Regulation

Posted 12 weeks ago
Climate Issues: Senate Legislative Alternatives An update posted yesterday at CQPolitics reported that, “In a move that threatens Democratic efforts to advance a climate change bill, two influential Senate Republicans are throwing their support behind competing legislation unveiled Wednesday by … [Link]

Dutch poll: Liberals lead, anti-Islam party make huge gains

Posted 12 weeks ago
Liberals won a narrow one-seat lead in the Dutch election, putting them in pole position to form a coalition that must tackle a ballooning budget deficit, preliminary results showed this morning (10 June). [Link]

Committee of the Regions – CoR tells Ciolos: Future CAP must be fairer … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Committee of the Regions – CoR tells Ciolos: Future CAP must be fairer …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… the Regions (CoR) has urged in an own initiative opinion on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy, adopted at its Plenary Session … [Link]

Belgium's anxieties 'based on false assumptions'

Posted 12 weeks ago
The anxieties of the French and Dutch-speaking communities of Belgium are being exacerbated by extremist politicians, according to Jean-Michel de Waele, professor of political science at the Université Libre de Bruxelles. In an interview with EurActiv, he argues that only … [Link]

Turkey spearheads new approach to Gaza

Posted 12 weeks ago
Turkey's minister of European affairs and chief EU negotiator, Egemen Bagiş, made a bold appeal for the embargo on Gaza to be lifted on a visit to Brussels yesterday (9 June). At the same time in Washington, US President Barack … [Link]

Dutch elections: Liberals lead, anti-Islam party doubles its seats

Posted 12 weeks ago
Liberals won a narrow one-seat lead in the Dutch election, putting them in pole position to form a coalition that must tackle a ballooning budget deficit, preliminary results showed this morning (10 June). [Link]

EU investigates Greek-style budget fraud in Bulgaria

Posted 12 weeks ago
New Greek-style budgetary fraud is possibly looming in Europe, as the European Commission announced it was sending an exploratory mission to Bulgaria to assess the reliability of the country's statistics, which were significantly revised in a short period of time … [Link]

Montenegro recognised Kosovo ‘for the good of the region’

Posted 12 weeks ago
Although Montenegro's recognition of Kosovo divided opinion and was ''emotionally painful'' for neighbouring Serbia, it made the decision for the stability and European future of the region, Vladimir Radulović, Montenegro's ambassador to Germany, told EurActiv.de in an interview. [Link]

Funding crisis for nuclear fusion project ITER

Posted 12 weeks ago
A multi-billion euro international research project has run into deep financial trouble as EU governments scramble to find money to meet spiralling costs. However, with European credibility at stake, officials say there is no question of abandoning the project despite … [Link]

EU orders industrial tuna fishing ban until year's end

Posted 12 weeks ago
In the wake of huge depletion in stocks of bluefin tuna, EU Fisheries Commissioner Maria Damanaki decided yesterday (9 June) to ban large-scale bluefin tuna fishing in the Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic. The ban has already come into effect. [Link]

Unions agree on future of Common Agri Policy – WorldPoultry.net

Posted 12 weeks ago
Unions agree on future of Common Agri PolicyWorldPoultry.netUK and Irish farming unions have agreed they will continue to work together to secure a strong and fully funded Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) following a …and more » [Link]

Ireland – Fears over CAP – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Ireland – Fears over CAPMeattradenewsdaily (blog)THE future Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) must support farm incomes and address the issue of price and income volatility while at the same time avoiding …and more » [Link]

Get 'alternative' guide to SWC – SPORT24

Posted 12 weeks ago
Get 'alternative' guide to SWCSPORT24It "yellow cards" France for its support of the European Union's massively subsidised Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). "France is one of the main …and more » [Link]

Annan, Drogba launch alternative World Cup guide – Business Report

Posted 12 weeks ago
Annan, Drogba launch alternative World Cup guideBusiness ReportIt "yellow cards" France for its support of the European Union's massively subsidised Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). "France is one of the main …and more » [Link]

Is the EU's Future Deutschland Über Alles? – BusinessWeek

Posted 12 weeks ago
Is the EU's Future Deutschland Über Alles?BusinessWeekBut German taxpayers are angry that having subsidized Greece's integration into the EU through such programs as the CAP (Common Agricultural Policy), …and more » [Link]

European Committees – CoR tells Ciolos – Future CAP must be fairer, focused … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 12 weeks ago
European Committees – CoR tells Ciolos – Future CAP must be fairer, focused …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… the Regions (CoR) has urged in an own initiative opinion on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy, adopted at its Plenary Session … [Link]

Romania – Minister of Foreign Affairs Teodor Baconschi receives a delegation … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Romania – Minister of Foreign Affairs Teodor Baconschi receives a delegation …ISRIA (registration)… economic and financial crisis, climate change, the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, the outlook for EU enlargement and the Eastern Partnership. …and more » [Link]

Future of CAP depends on stating case for food security – Evesham Journal

Posted 12 weeks ago
Future of CAP depends on stating case for food securityEvesham Journal… which care about food security, the countryside and vibrant rural economies must make the case to secure the future of the Common Agricultural Policy. … [Link]

CoR Wants A New European Compact Between National, Regional And Local Authorities – eGov monitor

Posted 12 weeks ago
CoR Wants A New European Compact Between National, Regional And Local AuthoritieseGov monitor… reforms of cohesion policy and the common agricultural policy should be planned and implemented in partnership with regional and local authorities". …and more » [Link]

Cereals 2010: Pillar one payments must continue – FarmersWeekly

Posted 12 weeks ago
Cereals 2010: Pillar one payments must continueFarmersWeekly… NFU combinable crops board chairman, said it was vital reform of the Common Agricultural Policy retained direct support, known as Pillar One funding. …and more » [Link]

Unions agree on future of CAP – Farming UK

Posted 12 weeks ago
Unions agree on future of CAPFarming UK… have agreed they will continue to work together to secure a strong and fully funded Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) following a meeting in Edinburgh. … [Link]

Europe's Leadership Needs New Accord Between National, Regional And Local … – Eurasia Review

Posted 12 weeks ago
Europe's Leadership Needs New Accord Between National, Regional And Local …Eurasia Review… reforms of cohesion policy and the common agricultural policy should be planned and implemented in partnership with regional and local authorities". …and more » [Link]

Annan, Drogba launch alternative WCup guide – Citizen

Posted 12 weeks ago
Annan, Drogba launch alternative WCup guideCitizenIt "yellow cards" France for its support of the European Union's massively subsidised Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). "France is one of the main …and more » [Link]

Hungary – Foreign Minister János Martonyi today received French Minister of … – ISRIA (registration)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Hungary – Foreign Minister János Martonyi today received French Minister of …ISRIA (registration)… of European policies in light of the next financial framework, with particular regard to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and cohesion policy. …and more » [Link]

Merkel, Sarkozy seek EU ban on naked short selling, CDS

Posted 12 weeks ago
In the clearest signal to financial speculators yet, the French and German leaders, Nicolas Sarkozy and Angela Merkel, heaped pressure on the European Commission to consider an EU-wide ban on naked short-selling and credit default swaps (CDS) on sovereign bonds. … [Link]

MEPs call for EU law to defend media pluralism

Posted 12 weeks ago
National governments and the European Commission should do more to protect media pluralism and press freedom in Europe, argued a cross-party group of MEPs yesterday (8 June), calling for financial support to help the European media sector survive the crisis. … [Link]

Worries mount over China's 'rare earth' export ban

Posted 12 weeks ago
Beijing's plan to ban exports of key raw materials called 'rare earths' as of 2015 should cause concern among manufacturers of high-tech products ranging from computers to electric car batteries and wind turbines, experts warned. [Link]

Alternative guide to World Cup – Times LIVE

Posted 12 weeks ago
Times LIVEAlternative guide to World CupTimes LIVEIt “yellow cards” France for its support of the European Union's massively subsidised Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). “France is one of the main …and more » [Link]

This week in the institutions – Lexology (registration)

Posted 12 weeks ago
This week in the institutionsLexology (registration)The aim of the (online) debate was to seek views of both stakeholders and society at large on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

Committee of the Regions – Europe 2030: Europe's leadership needs a new … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 12 weeks ago
Committee of the Regions – Europe 2030: Europe's leadership needs a new …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… reforms of cohesion policy and the common agricultural policy should be planned and implemented in partnership with regional and local authorities". …and more » [Link]

Climate Issues; Food Safety; Biofuels; Ag Economy; Farm Bill; and Political Notes

Posted 12 weeks ago
Climate Issues: Senate Action on EPA Regulation Authority Meredith Shiner reported yesterday at Politico that, “Senate Republicans on Tuesday pushed to rein in what they say is an overreach by the Environmental Protection Agency, but a lack of significant Democratic … [Link]

Brussels steps up efforts on pension reform

Posted 12 weeks ago
As pension reform reaches the top of the EU agenda to counter market speculation over the sustainability of public finances, a pool of eight commissioners is set to meet for the first time on Friday (11 June) to give the … [Link]

EU urged to regulate deep-sea drilling after BP spill

Posted 12 weeks ago
In the aftermath of the BP oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico, Food & Water Watch, an environmental consumer organisation, has called on EU authorities to tighten inspections of oil production facilities to avoid similar disasters in European waters. … [Link]

Parliament chief drums up support for EU 'energy community'

Posted 12 weeks ago
Europe is at a crossroads: to boost growth and emerge from the economic crisis, it needs to forge an energy community with or without treaty change, said European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek at a meeting with national parliamentarians in Brussels. … [Link]

EU wins roaming battle against telecoms giants

Posted 12 weeks ago
Telecoms giants suffered defeat yesterday (8 June) after the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled that the European Commission was right to set price caps on mobile roaming charges. [Link]

Top researchers fear 'radical shift' in EU policy

Posted 12 weeks ago
Scientists at Europe's leading research universities have expressed concern over the growing trend towards linking EU funding with pre-defined outcomes. Researchers fear political priorities will curb their scope for creativity and free thinking. [Link]

Brussels steps up efforts on pension reform

Posted 12 weeks ago
As pension reform reaches the top of the EU agenda to counter market speculation over the sustainability of public finances, a pool of eight commissioners is set to meet for the first time on Friday (11 June) to give the … [Link]

EU to launch derivatives consultation this week

Posted 12 weeks ago
The European Union's executive will kick off public consultation on its sweeping derivatives crackdown this week with companies already warning that hedging risks could be harder under the new rules. [Link]

EU says situation in Georgia remains dangerous

Posted 12 weeks ago
Russia and Georgia held tense talks with EU mediation yesterday (8 June) on security and humanitarian issues unresolved since their 2008 war. The two sides differed over whether a new agreement is needed on the non-use of force. [Link]

Whalsay wife is new crofting chair – Shetland News

Posted 12 weeks ago
Shetland NewsWhalsay wife is new crofting chairShetland News… on more people to join the organisation to help it tackle the challenges, such as crofting reform and the future of the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

European Committees – Europe 2030 – Europe's leadership needs a new compact … – DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)

Posted 12 weeks ago
European Committees – Europe 2030 – Europe's leadership needs a new compact …DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)… reforms of cohesion policy and the common agricultural policy should be planned and implemented in partnership with regional and local authorities". … [Link]

Ministers seek compromise on hedge fund regulation

Posted 12 weeks ago
On the margins of talks on the EU's economy and financial regulation in Luxembourg today (8 June), ministers will discuss how they can resolve a row with the European Parliament over a contested regulation aimed at hedge funds and other … [Link]

Member states agree on revised poverty reduction plan

Posted 12 weeks ago
Following months of disagreement, EU member states – in a move described as "surprising" by officials -yesterday (7 June) agreed on a specific plan for reducing poverty as part of the bloc's 'Europe 2020' strategy for growth in the coming … [Link]

Turkey brokers key gas supply deals for Nabucco

Posted 12 weeks ago
Azerbaijan and Turkey yesterday (7 June) signed a deal to ship 11 billion cubic metres of Azeri gas per year to Turkey. Shipments would start in 2017 and some of the gas may be pumped into the EU's planned Nabucco … [Link]

Germany's cautious foreign policy – Le Monde Diplomatique

Posted 12 weeks ago
Germany's cautious foreign policyLe Monde DiplomatiqueFrom then on, friction with Paris increased: in 1999 it was the Common Agricultural Policy, which Schröder thought too expensive, and in 2000, …and more » [Link]

Climate Issues; Budget Issue; Ag Economy; Biofuels; and Brazil

Posted 13 weeks ago
Climate Issues: Senate Legislative Alternatives Considered An update posted yesterday at CQPolitics reported that, “Comprehensive energy and climate change legislation may get new life thanks to the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. “Taking a page from the playbook he used … [Link]

Sweden and UK find common cause on EU – The Local

Posted 13 weeks ago
Sweden and UK find common cause on EUThe Local… she added that the two countries agreed on the EU's budget review, reforming the Common Agricultural Policy and promoting free trade. …and more » [Link]

Shale gas not yet game-changer for Europe

Posted 13 weeks ago
Shale gas cannot be seen yet as a game changer in Europe as it is in the United States, where roughly 50% of the country's needs are met by developing unconventional gas. The conclusion was reached by international experts at … [Link]

Newest MP calls for greater say for Scots fisheries ministers – Aberdeen Press and Journal

Posted 13 weeks ago
Newest MP calls for greater say for Scots fisheries ministersAberdeen Press and JournalShe said similar problems existed for those involved in agriculture under the Common Agricultural Policy. Ms Whiteford also paid tribute to her predecessor, … [Link]

EU ministers discuss sanctions for debt-laden economies

Posted 13 weeks ago
Amid growing anxiety about the euro, EU finance ministers yesterday (8 June) finalised the details of a 440-billion euro bailout plan for defaulting economies like Greece and discussed stricter rules to keep the bloc's economies in check. [Link]

Countries to undergo deeper EU stats probes

Posted 13 weeks ago
Ministers meeting in Luxembourg yesterday (7 June) approved an overhaul of how the EU collects data from the bloc's public accounts, after Greece was caught tampering with the size of its deficits and amid fears that Hungary is doing the … [Link]

Germany to make 'Herculean' austerity cuts

Posted 13 weeks ago
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition agreed a package of budget cuts and taxes yesterday (7 June) to bring the structural deficit of Europe's biggest economy within EU limits by 2013 and revive her political fortunes. [Link]

Planned EU legislation 'won't deliver' single electricity market

Posted 13 weeks ago
Only European electricity network planning will deliver the required transmission capacity to meet current energy challenges and optimise the use of existing networks and power plants, Brussels-based think-tank Bruegel said yesterday (7 June). Its new analysis shows that upcoming EU … [Link]

Peace index: Economic woes breed social unrest

Posted 13 weeks ago
The ongoing economic crisis has made the world a more violent place, according to the Global Peace Index (GPI), which predicts further instability unless governments take an equitable approach to fiscal austerity measures. [Link]

EU medicines agency slammed over obesity drugs

Posted 13 weeks ago
The EU's medicines regulator is under fire from the European Ombudsman for refusing to grant Danish researchers access to documents on two anti-obesity drugs so they can conduct independent analysis. [Link]

Friis: 'Climate depression' is over, full speed to Cancún

Posted 13 weeks ago
Countries negotiating to deliver an international climate deal are back in business and both Denmark and Mexico, the outgoing and incoming chairs of the UN-led talks, are developing a "GPS system" to successfully reach their destination on time by December, … [Link]

Health ministers to clinch deal on patient mobility

Posted 13 weeks ago
EU health ministers look set to reach a hard-fought agreement today on cross-border healthcare, after years of political wrangling. [Link]

European Union – Concerns over farm handouts – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 13 weeks ago
European Union – Concerns over farm handoutsMeattradenewsdaily (blog)The European Commission, the executive arm of the EU, plans to present its proposals for a reworking of the Common Agricultural Policy in November and a new …and more » [Link]

European Union – Concerns over CAP – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 13 weeks ago
European Union – Concerns over CAPMeattradenewsdaily (blog)"To enable the agriculture sector to contribute better to the EU 2020 strategy, greater weight must be put under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to …and more » [Link]

EU clarifies climate aid plan

Posted 13 weeks ago
The EU last week (3 June) took the first step to bring clarity to international climate financing pledges by outlining at the Bonn climate talks how it intends to implement its funding commitment to help developing countries fight global warming. … [Link]

Sport for development plan adopted ahead of World Cup

Posted 13 weeks ago
Ahead of the football World Cup in South Africa, which kicks off on Friday, the United Nations (UN) together with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has adopted a series of recommendations on harnessing the power of sport as a tool … [Link]

Farm Bill; and Climate Issues

Posted 13 weeks ago
Farm Bill: Background The Washington Insider section of DTN indicated on Friday (link requires subscription) that, “Even though the 2012 Farm Bill debate is officially far in the future, there is considerable talk about the context — a coming budget … [Link]

EU court says countries can ban online gambling

Posted 13 weeks ago
EU countries can ban online gambling if their aim is to combat fraud, Europe's highest court said on Thursday (3 June), dealing a blow to the multi-billion euro online betting industry, which is seeking to break domestic monopolies. [Link]

Public support for agriculture – Farming Life

Posted 13 weeks ago
Public support for agricultureFarming Life… has welcomed findings from a special Eurobarometer survey of public opinion throughout the EU on agriculture and the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). …and more » [Link]

Pole position – Investment Week

Posted 13 weeks ago
Investment WeekPole positionInvestment WeekIt also includes support under the common agricultural policy (CAP). Under this programme the EU directs funds to countries like Poland. …and more » [Link]

Slovenian vote clears Croatia’s main obstacle to EU accession

Posted 13 weeks ago
Slovenia narrowly approved a border arbitration deal with Croatia in a referendum on 6 June, clearing a major obstacle to Zagreb's European Union membership bid. According to diplomats, the vote offers hope to other EU hopefuls in the Western Balkans. [Link]

Parliament threatens to block ‘Europe 2020’ plan

Posted 13 weeks ago
Guy Verhofstadt, leader of the liberal group in the European Parliament, has warned that the EU assembly could block parts of the Union's new ten-year economic strategy if EU countries were to continue to base it on cosy back-door deals. … [Link]

EU mulls new mobile roaming price cuts

Posted 13 weeks ago
The European Commission is studying new measures to bring down the price of cross-border calls, including the possibility of introducing ceilings on data roaming, EurActiv has learned. [Link]

EU social model 'needs correcting' to avoid unrest

Posted 13 weeks ago
Though Europe's social model proved "resilient" against the economic crisis, it must be "corrected" to prevent increasing social unrest, EU Employment and Social Affairs Commissioner László Andor told EurActiv at the fringes of a meeting with EU trade unions and … [Link]

New signs of optimism to be seen in our sheep industry – Scotsman

Posted 13 weeks ago
New signs of optimism to be seen in our sheep industryScotsmanIf French and Spanish farmers and politicians continue to promote "co-responsibility" as part of the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, … [Link]

Ireland – IFA in Europe – Meattradenewsdaily (blog)

Posted 13 weeks ago
Ireland – IFA in EuropeMeattradenewsdaily (blog)THE Common Agricultural Policy must deliver a better future for farm families, the 87000-member Irish Farmers Association has told the European Commission. …and more » [Link]

Development Policy Forum – Where is EU aid policy headed ? – European Public Health Alliance

Posted 13 weeks ago
Development Policy Forum – Where is EU aid policy headed ?European Public Health AlliancePolicies such as Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) needed to be coherent with development policy, not the other way …and more » [Link]

A new CAP for development – European Public Health Alliance

Posted 13 weeks ago
A new CAP for developmentEuropean Public Health AllianceAlthough the EU is by far the world's largest donor of development aid, its Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) impedes EU's efforts to reach the Millennium …and more » [Link]

Interview with Tony Judt/ YOICHI FUNABASHI, Editor in Chief: Globalization … – Asahi Shimbun

Posted 13 weeks ago
Interview with Tony Judt/ YOICHI FUNABASHI, Editor in Chief: Globalization …Asahi Shimbun… "institutionally" because there were no political choices, they built economic arrangement, a common agricultural policy, the European Court. … [Link]

What is the point of Timothy Kirkhope, the Tories' European leader? – Telegraph.co.uk (blog)

Posted 3 months ago
What is the point of Timothy Kirkhope, the Tories' European leader?Telegraph.co.uk (blog)… thousands of Brussels bureaucrats, to abolish the Common Agricultural Policy, to tear down the Common External Tarriff and to reclaim our fisheries. … [Link]

Social crisis vs banking crisis – EUcommerz

Posted 3 months ago
EUcommerzSocial crisis vs banking crisisEUcommerzIn April, EU agriculture Commissioner Dacian Cioloş called on the CoR to put forward its proposals on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy. …and more » [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Interactive Investor

Posted 3 months ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksInteractive InvestorReforms in the sector have been relatively slow and institutional capacity to become part of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy is lagging. … [Link]

Parliament starts debate on Consumer Rights Directive

Posted 3 months ago
The European Parliament's internal market and consumer protection committee debated a report yesterday (3 June) which completely overhauls the European Commission's original proposal for a directive on consumer rights. [Link]

EU to overhaul GM crop approval system

Posted 3 months ago
The European Union is to radically overhaul its approval system for genetically modified (GM) crops from next month, opening the way to large-scale GM cultivation in Europe, EU sources said on Friday (4 June). [Link]

FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talks – Interactive Investor

Posted 3 months ago
FACTBOX-Status of Croatia's EU entry talksInteractive InvestorReforms in the sector have been relatively slow and institutional capacity to become part of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy is lagging. … [Link]

UK farming future is bright – The Move Channel

Posted 3 months ago
UK farming future is brightThe Move ChannelAlthough routinely vilified by politicians whose views have been shaped by past realities, the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is actually, in its current …and more » [Link]

Barroso: Hungary must speed up fiscal consolidation