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Iberian agricultural fuel cost protests

5 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Spanish farmers announce protests over rising diesel costs

Agricultural producers in Portugal and Spain continue to face economic strain due to rising diesel prices and structural disadvantages. In Spain, the union Unió de Pagesos, a member of the Unión de Uniones (UdU), is dema

Canary Islands governance and regional development progress

9 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Spain coordinates regional demands for future EU agricultural and fisheries policies

The Canary Islands government continues to navigate political and social challenges regarding regional financing and social welfare. Following the partial approval of the ‘Decreto Canarias’ by the Spanish Council of Mini

Tunisian olive oil export growth and increased EU oversight

7 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Tunisia olive oil exports face value chain challenges

Tunisia has experienced a significant surge in olive oil exports, reaching record levels during the 2025/2026 campaign. This growth is characterized by substantial increases in both export volume and revenue. Earlier rep

Spain wildfire crisis and agricultural emergency 2026

16 clusters · 123 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Spain wildfires burn over 296,000 hectares this year

By mid-September 2026, Spain’s wildfire crisis continues to show significant environmental impact. As of September 12, the total area destroyed by wildfires since the start of the year reached 296,502 hectares, accountin

Deoleo acquisition competition

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Deoleo sale sparks debate over Spanish olive oil sovereignty

The potential sale of Deoleo, a major olive oil manufacturer owning brands such as Carbonell and Bertolli, has entered a competitive phase. Italian multinational Coricelli increased its takeover bid to 500 million euros,

EU New Genomic Techniques regulatory framework

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: EU establishes new regulatory framework for New Genomic Techniques

The European Union is implementing a new regulatory framework for plants derived from New Genomic Techniques (NGT). The regulation, established under Regulation 2026/1388, introduces a two-tier system to distinguish betw

Agricultural production in León, Spain

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: León bean harvest expected to reach 14,247 tons

Agricultural production in the province of León, Spain, has been influenced by dry weather conditions. In August, drought in northwestern Spain created market opportunities for León’s maize production, as reduced yields

Spanish agricultural policy and international leadership

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Spain calls for EU drought response and CAP funding

Spanish Agriculture Minister Luis Planas has been active in international and European agricultural policy. In August 2026, Planas increased Spain’s voluntary contributions to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Spanish pork industry trade and ASF impact

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Spanish pork industry faces major export losses due to African Swine Fever

The Spanish meat industry is navigating significant economic challenges and trade shifts driven by African Swine Fever (ASF). In the first half of 2026, the industry experienced substantial export losses, particularly i

Spanish diesel price economic impacts

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Spanish transport sector faces diesel price risks and employment stabilization

Rising diesel prices, attributed to conflict in the Middle East, have prompted economic relief measures and warnings within Spain’s primary industries. In August 2026, the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and

Spanish agricultural climate damage and insurance

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Spain agricultural insurance claims projected to reach 441 million euros in 2026

In 2026, Spain’s agricultural sector faced significant climate-related damages, with Agroseguro projecting total indemnities of 441 million euros. Between January 1 and August 26, approximately 1.28 million hectares of i