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CropLife Europe represents sustainable, innovative, science-based crop protection solutions: #biopesticides #pesticides #digitalag #plantbiotech 🌱

https://croplifeeurope.eu
🎥 Why do we really need MRLs?

Silvana Laupheimer explains why farmers can’t use certain plant protection products—not due to safety, but because crops would be non-compliant for trade.

“MRLs aren’t a free ticket—they’re a safety backup.” 👀

#Agriculture #MRLs #FoodSafety #CropProtection
October 28, 2025 at 2:08 PM
📡 Only 50% of rural 🇪🇺 areas have fast #broadband. No digital transition without digital #infrastructure.

Source: @ec.europa.eu DESI Report

#Connectivity #SustainableAg
October 17, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Our team continues to grow! 🌱

🎉We’re delighted to welcome Charlotte, who recently joined us as Public Affairs and Communications Intern — a fantastic addition to our team! Get to know her 👇
October 10, 2025 at 10:57 AM
The EU exports €228B in agri-food every year and imports €158B to make it possible.

☕🍫 No trade = no coffee, no cocoa, no chocolate.

Trade means:
✅ Reducing food waste
✅ Strengthening food security
✅ Supporting small farmers globally

#EUTrade #EUAgri #resilience
October 8, 2025 at 2:12 PM
📢 Invitations are out for our Five Year Anniversary Hybrid Conference!

We will celebrate five years of advancing an innovative and sustainable future for agriculture.

Stay tuned for more details — we look forward to seeing you there! 📷

#CropLifeEurope #5years #Sustainability #Innovation
October 8, 2025 at 11:59 AM
🚜🌱 Building the Future of Farming is more than fields & tractors. EU farmers need the tools to stay competitive & sustainable.

Here are the 4 things that have to happen: 5G everywhere, smart machinery, secure farm data, strong digital skills. #EUAgri #DigitalAg
October 7, 2025 at 2:25 PM
♻️ Thank you to all who joined our workshop on #container management!

Every container recycled is a step closer to a sustainable, circular future for European agriculture. 🌍

Learn more about our commitments 👉 croplifeeurope.eu/circular-eco...

#EUagri #circularity #SustainableAg
October 1, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Reposted by CropLife Europe
Last week Garlich van Essen of Euroseeds asked EFFAB Director @anagrch.bsky.social

👉 "What drives animal breeding innovation?"
To move forward, #AnimalBreeders need:

✅ A strong policy framework
✅ Recognition for balancing productivity, welfare & climate goals
✅ Support for innovation adoption
July 8, 2025 at 2:03 PM
👉 Researchers say the EU should allow new genomic techniques #NGTs like gene editing in organic farming to boost sustainability, resilience & yield.
Explore the full article: phys.org/news/2025-05...

#OrganicFarming #innovation #agriculture
The EU should allow gene editing to make organic farming more sustainable, researchers say
To achieve the European Green Deal's goal of 25% organic agriculture by 2030, researchers argue that new genomic techniques (NGTs) should be allowed without pre-market authorization in organic as well...
phys.org
July 8, 2025 at 10:31 AM
🔐 Tomorrow is #WorldIPDay:
Strong Intellectual Property protection is essential to drive innovation in every sector, including ours.

➡️ Helping farmers access better tools for sustainable, productive agriculture.

Supporting progress means protecting #innovation 🙌
April 25, 2025 at 1:12 PM
🌍 Climate change, global competition... EU farmers are under pressure.
In The Parliament, Oliver de Matos explains why innovation, simplification & science-based rules are key👇

theparliamentmagazine.eu/partner/arti...
April 14, 2025 at 10:27 AM
#DYK about #AgriGuide, a groundbreaking digital tool reshaping how #EU farmers can manage crop protection product info?

Farmers face increasing challenges: complex regulations, unpredictable weather & sustainability demands.

AgriGuide simplifies it all: www.youtube.com/watch?app=de...
AgriGuide - all you need to know
YouTube video by CropLife Europe
www.youtube.com
March 31, 2025 at 1:47 PM
#Digitalisation is transforming #agriculture -helping farmers make better decisions, boosting productivity & accelerating the shift to sustainable farming.

This 🔑 takeaway comes from a great article featuring insights from Jeff Rowe, CEO of Syngenta Group, at the World Economic Forum in January.
March 28, 2025 at 12:47 PM
#Biopesticides: harnessing nature for sustainable #farming 🐞

Derived from natural sources like bacteria, fungi, and plants, biopesticides offer effective and sustainable crop protection.

🎥 Learn more about our policy recommendations in the short video below! #CropLifeEurope
March 26, 2025 at 9:59 AM
💧 Tomorrow is #WorldWaterDay!
Water is one of our most precious resources, essential for food production & environmental sustainability. With climate change intensifying water scarcity challenges, the need for innovative solutions in agriculture has never been greater. (1/5)
a small waterfall is surrounded by rocks and a small pool of water
ALT: a small waterfall is surrounded by rocks and a small pool of water
media.tenor.com
March 21, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Integrated Pest Management (IPM): A dynamic, evolving approach for sustainable agriculture 🍎 🍏

Two years ago, the European Commission introduced a valuable toolbox of good IPM practices — and today, it remains more relevant than ever.

⬇️ Learn more about IPM below
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March 20, 2025 at 11:34 AM
🚜🌍 Despite the challenges facing #agriculture including climate change, - opportunities for #innovation & #resilience are all around. (1/3)
March 19, 2025 at 9:22 AM
♻️ Today is #GlobalRecyclingDay2025!

It’s the perfect moment to spotlight our commitment to the #CircularEconomy and celebrate the progress we’ve made:
March 18, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Transforming agrifood systems requires innovation, collaboration and science-based policies.

At the FAO Global Evaluation Conference, Director-General Qu Dongyu highlighted the crucial role of evaluation in shaping a sustainable future. (1/2)
March 17, 2025 at 3:24 PM
👏 Today's Council adoption of a general approach on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) marks a significant step forward for European agriculture.

#EU #agriculture #NGTs #Innovation
March 14, 2025 at 11:57 AM
🟣 Tomorrow is International Women's Day:

Agriculture has long been a male-dominated field, but the future can—and should—look different. Innovation and technology are breaking down barriers, creating new opportunities, and making the sector more inclusive for women.
March 7, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Kicking off our 2025 #webinar series today!

Our first session: "Formulation Analysis Techniques in the Fight Against Counterfeit Pesticides." 🧪

A crucial discussion on detecting and combating counterfeit pesticides. 🧵👇 (1/5)
March 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
As featured on @euronews.com: Our Director General, Olivier de Matos, highlights a critical challenge for biopesticide companies in Europe:
euronews.com/my-europe/20...

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EU moves to fast-track biopesticide access, cutting approval times
New rules from Brussels aim to streamline biopesticide and biocontrol approvals, addressing the outdated process and helping Europe stay competitive in the global market. #EuropeNews
euronews.com
February 24, 2025 at 12:56 PM
🔴📺▶️ Watching live the @ec.europa.eu's Vision for Agriculture and Food, coming at a crucial time as we need policies that drive innovation, support farmers, and ensure sustainability.
Below are some of our key takeaways🧵👇
🔴🎥 Watch my press statement on the Vision for Agriculture and Food here 👇
europa.eu/!Jw63DJ

With this ambitious roadmap, I want to give back hope and perspective to the EU farming and food community.
EC AV PORTAL
europa.eu
February 19, 2025 at 12:13 PM