There were 9.4 million beehives on EU farms in 2023, according to Eurostat, with the number of beehives increasing by 1.3 million (+16%), from 8.1 million in 2020.
The Commission has launched an EU Stockpiling Strategy and a Medical Countermeasures Strategy under its preparedness agenda, designed to improve access to essential goods for European citizens.
The EU Commission has announced plans to set up a Critical Chemical Alliance to address risks of capacity closures in Europe’s chemical industry as part of an action plan to stregthen the sector.
Bulgaria will be ready to use the euro from 1 January 2026, as the EU Council adopted the final three legal acts required for Bulgaria to introduce the euro in 2026.
The EU Commission has launched calls for evidence and a joint public consultation on a review of EU CO2 emission performance standards for new cars and vans, as well as on a review of the Car Labelling Directive.
The EU Commission has authorised a genetically modified soybean for use in food and animal feed, following a European Food Safety Authority scientific assessment.
The European Commission has launched the first-ever European Capitals of Small Retail Awards, with the aim of highlighting the vital role of small retailers in revitalising city centres.
